Project Manager

?? Project Manager - Construction

?? Northeast Cambridge / West Norfolk | ?? £70,000 - £80,000 + package ?? Full-time | Permanent ?? Start: ASAP

We are currently recruiting for family-run main contractor delivering high-quality new build and refurbishment projects across the East of England. With a typical project value of £0.5m to £15m, we operate in major sectors including commercial, education, industrial, leisure, healthcare, and social housing.
We're currently looking to strengthen our Senior Site and Project Management team with a driven and experienced Project Manager to lead projects in and around Northeast Cambridge and West Norfolk.
If you're looking to take on a rewarding, hands-on leadership role with a highly respected regional contractor, we'd love to hear from you.

?? Key Responsibilities:

• Lead day-to-day operations on site, ensuring delivery in line with programme, cost, quality, and safety expectations
• Manage site teams, subcontractors, and supply chain partners effectively and collaboratively
• Act as the key client interface on projects, representing the business with professionalism and care
• Work closely with internal teams (Design, Surveying, Buying, Document Control) and report to the Divisional Director
• Maintain accurate site records and proactively solve problems as they arise
• Assist the Contracts Manager and mentor junior site managers as needed
• Deliver projects safely and efficiently, in line with Health & Safety regulations and company procedures

? What We're Looking For:

• Experienced Project Manager or Senior Site Manager from a main contracting background
• Proven track record managing new build and refurbishment projects up to £15m in value
• Sector experience in at least one of: commercial, educational, industrial, leisure, health, or housing
• Excellent communication and leadership skills
• Strong organisational ability and attention to detail
• Able to develop and manage short-term programmes (ASTA knowledge beneficial)
• Proactive, can-do approach with the ability to anticipate challenges on site
• Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel or lodge away as required

?? Required Qualifications & Training (Desirable):

• SMSTS
• CSCS (Manager level)
• First Aid at Work
• Temporary Works Coordinator
• Asbestos Awareness
• Strong understanding of current Health & Safety legislation

?? What's On Offer:

• Salary: £70,000 - £80,000 (dependent on experience)
• Company car / car allowance
• Private healthcare
• Life assurance & contributory pension scheme
• Profit-based discretionary bonus
• Annual leave entitlement
• Generous travel & lodging allowances
• Access to internal First Aiders and Employee Assistance Programme
• Ongoing training and genuine long-term career opportunities

?? Location:

Ideally based near the northwestern edge of our core region (Suffolk, Essex, Cambridgeshire)—within easy reach of the A14 (Cambridge-Ipswich) or M11 (Cambridge-M25) for project access.

?? How to Apply:

If you're a results-driven Project Manager who thrives in a collaborative and professional environment, apply now for a confidential conversation.