Project Manager – Leisure Centre Project
Location: UK (Project-Based)
Salary: £80,000+ + Vehicle Allowance + Fuel Card + Bonus
Company: Leading Industrial & Commercial Build Main Contractor
Sector: Leisure / Sports & Community Facilities
Overview:
A leading industrial and commercial main contractor is seeking an experienced Project Manager to lead the delivery of a major leisure centre development. This is a high-profile scheme involving complex build elements including swimming pools, sports halls, and community facilities.
This is an excellent opportunity to take full ownership of a technically challenging project within a growing sector.
The Role:
As Project Manager, you will take full responsibility for the successful delivery of the project from pre-construction through to completion and handover. You will lead site teams, manage programme, cost, and quality, and ensure the project is delivered safely and efficiently.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead the delivery of a large-scale leisure centre construction project
- Manage site teams including Site Managers, Engineers, and subcontractors
- Take full ownership of programme, budget, and project performance
- Ensure strict adherence to health & safety standards and company procedures
- Oversee complex elements including swimming pools, MEP systems, and specialist installations
- Coordinate design, commercial, and operational teams
- Monitor progress and report to senior leadership and stakeholders
- Manage client relationships and ensure satisfaction throughout the project lifecycle
- Identify and mitigate project risks and challenges
- Ensure high standards of quality and successful project handover
Requirements:
- Proven experience as a Project Manager on leisure centres, sports facilities, or large commercial/industrial projects
- Strong experience delivering MEP-heavy or technically complex builds
- Excellent leadership and team management skills
- Strong commercial awareness and programme management capability
- Experience managing large subcontractor teams and stakeholders
- Strong knowledge of health & safety and construction best practice
- Ability to deliver projects in a fast-paced environment
- Relevant construction qualification (Degree / HNC / HND)
- SMSTS and CSCS certifications
- Full UK driving licence
What’s on Offer:
- £80,000+ salary depending on experience
- Vehicle allowance + fuel card
- Bonus scheme
- Opportunity to lead a major leisure centre development
- Long-term career progression with a leading main contractor
- Exposure to high-profile and technically complex projects
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