Project Manager

Job description

Project Manager – Flagship West End Scheme

Location: West End, Central London

Contract Value: £120m+

Role: Project Manager

Sector: Complex Mixed Use / High-End Commercial

Your Next Step – Lead a Landmark Scheme

We’re supporting a highly respected Tier 2 main contractor to appoint an experienced Project Manager to lead delivery on a flagship, high-value development in the West End.

This scheme represents one of the most significant starts for the business in the capital, a technically demanding redevelopment in a constrained, conservation-sensitive location, delivering some of the highest specification finishes the client has commissioned. The project brings together world-class consultancy teams and repeat client partners on a benchmark West End development.

About the Business

This contractor has a long and established track record of delivering complex construction, refurbishment and construction management projects across London and the South East, building a strong reputation for quality and professionalism over nearly 50 years.

The business:

• Operates with a secure financial platform, low gearing and positive cash reserves.
• Delivers projects ranging from £10m–£120m+ across mixed-use, commercial, residential and bespoke works.
• Has deep experience in cut & carve, structural retrofit and high-specification delivery.
• Values strong leadership, meticulous planning and collaborative client-focused delivery.

What the Role Involves (fit-out biased)

As Project Manager, you will lead end-to-end delivery on this flagship West End project, reporting to senior leadership and working with a multi-disciplinary team. Your core accountabilities will include:

• Project leadership: Ownership from early works through to completion and handover.
• Client engagement: Acting as the principal client-facing lead, shaping decisions, expectations and outcomes.
• Programme control: Managing schedules with precision, identifying risks early and implementing robust mitigation.
• Cost and commercial management: Close collaboration with commercial teams on change control, risk registers and budgetary governance.
• Team leadership: Coordinating site, design and supply chain teams to deliver safely and to the highest standards.
• Quality oversight: Embedding delivery excellence across all disciplines through proactive quality strategies and checks.

Who We’re Looking For

You will be a strong Project Manager with demonstrable experience of delivering high-value, technically complex projects, ideally within tight urban environments. The ideal candidate will demonstrate:

• Proven track record managing £60m+ projects with complexity and high client expectations.
• Confidence and capability in client-facing delivery, with strong commercial awareness.
• Leadership of cross-functional teams, driving performance, quality and safety.
• Clear, structured communication and decision-making under pressure.
• Respect for high-end finishes and premium-grade delivery.

Why This Opportunity?

This is a rare chance to lead a high-profile, city-defining scheme, with:

• Exposure to senior leadership and repeat client partners.
• A challenging, rewarding project that will elevate your portfolio.
• A supportive business with a strong reputation and financial stability.

If you are looking to step up into a visible, high-impact Project Manager role on one of the West End’s most exciting developments, this opportunity is designed for you.

How to Apply

Please submit your CV and a brief covering note detailing your relevant experience and why this role is the right next step for you.

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

London Area

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

01-02-2026

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English