Senior Project Manager

Overview

We are recruiting an Interim Senior Project Manager

Job Title: Senior Project Manager
Location: Herefordshire (Hybrid working)
Start Date: ASAP
Contract Length: 6 months
Rate: £675 per day (inside IR35)

Our public sector client is seeking an experienced Senior Project Manager to lead the delivery of major capital projects. This is a key role within the organisation's Economy, Communities & Corporate directorate, responsible for ensuring projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest standards of quality and heritage preservation.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the full lifecycle delivery of major construction and refurbishment projects, with a focus on cultural and heritage sites
• Act as the client representative in the management of consultants, contractors, and project teams
• Develop and oversee project programmes, budgets, and procurement strategies, ensuring strong governance and reporting
• Ensure compliance with statutory, financial, and contractual obligations, including those related to heritage and listed buildings
• Manage relationships with a wide range of stakeholders including funding bodies, heritage organisations, community partners, and internal teams
• Provide expert advice on project risks, mitigation, and design development to ensure successful outcomes
• Oversee preparation and submission of project documentation, funding claims, and progress reports
• Promote best practice in project management, health and safety, sustainability, and equality considerations
• Ensure effective communication and coordination across all project phases - from concept and design through to construction and handover

Essential Skills & Experience

• Proven record of delivering large, complex construction projects within a local authority or public sector setting
• Significant experience managing heritage and listed building projects, ideally within complex or occupied environments
• Strong understanding of public sector procurement, contract management (e.g. NEC, JCT), and governance frameworks
• Ability to lead multi-disciplinary teams and manage diverse stakeholder and funding groups
• Excellent financial management and reporting capabilities, with experience of capital budgets and funding compliance
• Strong communication, negotiation, and problem-solving skills
• Proactive, organised, and delivery-focused, with the ability to meet demanding deadlines

Desirable Qualifications

• Degree or equivalent qualification in Construction Management, Project Management, Civil Engineering, Architecture, or related field
• Membership of a relevant professional body (e.g. RICS, CIOB, ICE, APM)
• Prince2, APM PMQ, or equivalent project management certification