Job Specifications
We’re excited to be supporting a newly established, regeneration-focused Construction Consultancy in Manchester as they continue to grow. We’re looking for a talented Project Manager to join their expanding team.
This is a dynamic business with an excellent culture, sustainable growth plans, cutting-edge systems and software and a genuinely flexible working policy. It’s an exciting opportunity to join a forward-thinking consultancy at an early stage of their journey.
Role Overview
As a Project Manager, you will support the delivery of construction projects from inception through to completion. You will work collaboratively with a diverse team of construction professionals and stakeholders to ensure projects are delivered safely, on time, within budget, and to a high standard of client satisfaction.
Key Responsibilities
Lead or support the delivery of projects across RIBA Stages 1-6, from inception to completion.
Define project scopes, goals, deliverables, and success criteria.
Manage multiple projects and moving parts simultaneously, ensuring deadlines and budgets are met.
Coordinate design teams, stakeholders, contractors, and suppliers effectively.
Prepare and maintain project programmes, reports, and documentation.
Monitor project progress, budgets, and risk registers.
Ensure compliance with quality standards, procurement protocols, and governance frameworks (e.g., NEC, JCT).
Guide project team members to ensure compliance with company standards, procedures, and guidelines.
Conduct lessons-learned reviews and implement improvements across current and future projects.
Identify, monitor, and report on project Key Performance Indicators (KPIs).
Build and maintain strong client relationships, acting as a primary point of contact.
Mentor and support junior colleagues in project delivery and development.
Promote and enforce Health & Safety best practice, ensuring compliance with CDM 2015 regulations.
Contribute to business development initiatives and support client relationship growth.
About You
A solid background in Project Management within a consultancy environment.
Experience managing projects through the full project lifecycle across one or more sectors.
Confident working with stakeholders at all levels.
Strong organisational and communication skills, with confidence in a client-facing environment.
Able to manage multiple moving parts without breaking a sweat.
Working towards, or ideally holding, professional accreditation (APM, MRICS, MAPM, CIOB, or equivalent).
Experience across RIBA Stages 1-6.
Knowledge of internal project management systems and processes.
Understanding of CDM regulations and construction Health & Safety best practices.
Proactive, collaborative mindset with a commitment to continuous learning.
Benefits
Competitive salary
Pension scheme
Private health insurance
Annual bonus opportunity
Annual salary review
A range of wellbeing, social activities and team initiatives
Clear career development routes and ongoing training opportunities
About the Company
Vertical Recruitment is an award-winning recruitment consultancy, specialising in Property & Infrastructure, Engineering & Utilities. We recruit professionals within the following industries: • Architecture • Building Services • Consulting Engineering • Fire Engineering • Project Management • Property & Development • Quantity Surveying • Water, Utilities & Power Established in 2011, we are now one of the property and construction industry’s most highly regarded recruitment consultants, with offices in Manchester and London. ...
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