Senior Project Manager

Company: Blackfield Associates
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Location: Surrey
Job Description:

Are you an experienced Senior Project Manager looking to play a key role in the delivery of nationally significant construction and infrastructure projects?

We are seeking a Senior Project Manager to join a high‑performing consultancy team supporting a major public sector programme. This is an exciting opportunity to work across new build developments and supporting infrastructure upgrades, contributing to an expanding portfolio of secured projects over the next year.

The opportunity

You will be part of a fast‑paced, collaborative environment delivering critical infrastructure and property projects within a complex, regulated setting. With a significant increase in construction activity planned, this role offers real scope to influence outcomes, drive value and support long‑term programme delivery.

This position is primarily site‑based in Surrey (3 days per week), with additional time in London. Due to the nature of the programme, successful candidates must be able to achieve BPSS and SC security clearance.

Key responsibilities

  • Lead project delivery from inception through to completion, ensuring quality, programme and milestones are achieved
  • Provide direction to Project Managers responsible for day‑to‑day delivery and act as a key interface with stakeholders
  • Manage project budgets, cost control and change management, maintaining forecast outturn against approved budgets
  • Maintain and chair regular reviews of live risk registers with the wider team
  • Manage and coordinate design teams, consultants and contractors, driving collaboration and service excellence
  • Administer contracts in accordance with contractual obligations and best practice
  • Promote inclusivity, sustainability and innovation while upholding organisational values
  • Maintain accurate project plans, reports and documentation throughout the project lifecycle

What we’re looking for

  • Professional membership with RICS, CIOB, APM, ICE (or working towards equivalent)
  • Extensive experience delivering public sector projects and programmes
  • Strong commercial, financial and stakeholder management capability
  • Proven track record of new build project delivery
  • Experience working across both infrastructure and property projects (desirable)
  • Confidence operating in complex, high‑profile environments

Posted: April 24th, 2026