Senior Project Manager - Fixed-Term Contract
About the Role
We are looking for an experienced Senior Project Manager to lead the successful delivery of a high-value, strategically important project on a fixed-term basis.
This is an exciting opportunity for a commercially minded, hands-on project professional who can take ownership of a complex project from planning through to completion. You will be responsible for ensuring the project is delivered on time, within budget and to the highest standards of quality, while maintaining strong client relationships and effective coordination across internal teams, suppliers and subcontractors.
Working closely with the Directors and wider project team, you will bring strong leadership, excellent organisational skills and a proactive approach to problem-solving, ensuring every aspect of the project is managed effectively and commercially.
Key Responsibilities
Project Leadership & Delivery
Take overall responsibility for the planning, coordination and delivery of a high-value project.
Develop and manage detailed project plans, schedules, budgets, resource requirements and risk management strategies.
Monitor progress against key milestones, proactively identifying and resolving issues to keep delivery on track.
Coordinate internal teams, suppliers and subcontractors to ensure project objectives are achieved.
Maintain clear project documentation and ensure all deliverables meet the required quality standards.
Identify opportunities to improve project delivery and implement lessons learned where appropriate.
Commercial & Financial Management
Maintain full oversight of project budgets, costs, margins and overall commercial performance.
Work closely with the Directors to manage project pricing, payment schedules and cash flow.
Monitor project expenditure, approve relevant labour timesheets and ensure costs are accurately recorded.
Liaise with the finance team to coordinate invoicing, project financial reporting