Senior Project Manager – Construction & Estates
Location: South Coast (Gosport area)
Hours: Full-time (37 hours per week)
Security Requirement: Must be eligible for SC clearance
An innovative engineering and technology organisation is seeking an experienced Senior Project Manager to lead the delivery of construction and estates projects within a highly specialised environment.
Working as part of an integrated delivery team, you will manage a diverse portfolio of projects ranging from building refurbishments to complex new-build developments. These projects support critical infrastructure and advanced testing facilities.
You’ll run complex construction projects at a high-tech defence site, making sure they’re delivered safely, on time, and within budget while managing multiple stakeholders.
Key Responsibilities
- Deliver high-value and complex construction projects (circa £5m annually)
- Manage end-to-end project lifecycle including planning, budgeting, and execution
- Build and maintain strong relationships with internal teams, clients, and suppliers
- Monitor project performance, costs, and forecasts, ensuring delivery within budget
- Prepare and manage project documentation including proposals and reports
- Identify and manage risks, ensuring compliance with safety, quality, and security standards
Skills & Experience Required
- Proven experience delivering construction or refurbishment projects
- Experience working with multiple stakeholders or clients simultaneously
- Strong knowledge of construction methods, infrastructure, and building works
- Understanding of relevant regulations and frameworks (e.g. building regulations, CDM)
- Familiarity with industry-standard contracts (e.g. NEC, JCT, RIBA stages)
Qualifications
- Professional project management qualification (e.g. PRINCE2, APM)
- Demonstrable experience operating at a senior project management level
What’s on Offer
- Opportunity to work on technically complex and high-impact projects
- Collaborative and innovative working environment
- Competitive benefits package including pension, healthcare options, and flexible benefits
- Ongoing professional development and career progression opportunities
Additional Information
- Some travel to other operational or client sites will be required
- Applicants must meet security clearance requirements
Summary
This is an opportunity to lead complex construction projects in a technically advanced environment, working alongside multidisciplinary teams to deliver high-quality, safe, and innovative solutions.
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