Skills

Communication Leadership Programming

Job Specifications

Project Manager

St Austell, Cornwall

Competitive Salary + Car Allowance

January 2026

Are you an experienced Project Manager looking to take full ownership of a Commercial New Build Scheme? We’re recruiting for a confident, technically strong Project Manager to lead the delivery of a high-profile, design-led commercial scheme forming the next phase of a wider long-term masterplan.

About the Project

You’ll oversee the construction of two modern commercial new build structures, designed with sustainability, architectural quality and buildability at the forefront.
Using a versatile, environmentally conscious structural material, the scheme offers design flexibility, strong aesthetic appeal and a forward-thinking construction methodology.
With future phases already in the pipeline, this is an opportunity to establish yourself as a key Project Manager within an ongoing multi-stage development.

What We’re Looking For

We want a Project Manager with strong technical ability, leadership presence, and the confidence to independently drive site delivery.
This role is client-facing, programme-focused, and requires close coordination with the commercial/QS team and wider supply chain.

Key Responsibilities of the Project Manager

You will be site based to lead end-to-end delivery
Develop, manage and track the project programme
Coordinate trade packages and oversee subcontractor performance
Act as the primary interface for the client, design consultants and site teams
Provide buildability and value engineering input throughout the project
Maintain a safe, clean and high-quality site with a sustainability-led approach
Build strong, lasting relationships to secure future development phases

Ideal Background

Demonstrable experience as a Project Manager on commercial new build schemes
Strong programming, planning and trade coordination skills
Confident working autonomously and managing full project lifecycle
Experience with timber frame is beneficial but not essential
Excellent client-facing communication and leadership capability
Knowledge of Asta Powerproject programming software and Excel would be advantageous
SMSTS, First Aid at Work, CSCS

Why This Role?

This is a rare chance for a Project Manager to take full ownership of a design-focused, purpose-driven commercial scheme and play a key role in shaping future phases.
You’ll join a collaborative, values-led team committed to high-quality delivery and long-term development goals.

We are shortlisting now for a January start.

About the Company

For 20 years RGB has been delivering staffing solutions to the Construction & Property sector. Proudly servicing the South West, Wales, Midlands and the South Coast, we have an enviable reputation as the recruiter of choice for many of the UK and regions’ most prestigious Architectural, Engineering, Building Services, Cost & Project Management Consultant, FM and Contracting companies. Part of Pertemps Network, the largest independently owned recruitment and diverse outsourcing business in the UK; RGB are perfectly position... Know more