Job Description
The Company
A privately owned commercial property developer and asset management business operating across the Home Counties. The company delivers both ground-up new build schemes and the active management of an established commercial portfolio. Current live projects include a 40,000 sq ft business units development and a 100,000 sq ft warehouse scheme — with a clear pipeline ahead.
This is a business where the MD is hands-on, decisions get made quickly, and a good project manager has real autonomy.
The Role
A senior, end-to-end project management position covering new build commercial development and refurbishment of existing assets. You'll own the full delivery cycle — from planning and consultant engagement through procurement, construction, and tenant handover.
This isn't a contract administration role. You'll be driving programmes, managing budgets, running tenders, and keeping projects moving.
What You'll Be Doing
- Leading design and planning, managing architects, engineers, and specialist consultants
- Handling planning applications and statutory compliance with local authorities
- Developing and managing project budgets, programmes, and build cost reports
- Running competitive tender processes for construction contracts and administering JCT/similar forms
- Overseeing site delivery, subcontractors, and quality — working alongside a site-based contracts manager
- Reporting directly to the MD with proactive identification of risks and issues
- Managing end-of-lease refurbishment works on the existing portfolio
What You'll Need
- 10+ years in construction project management and/or commercial property development
- Proven track record on commercial new build schemes (multi-million-pound)
- Strong working knowledge of UK planning, building regs, and JCT/NEC contract administration
- The commercial acumen to run a budget, manage costs, and challenge where needed
- Degree in Construction Management, QS, Civil Engineering, Real Estate Development, or similar
- Full UK driving licence
MRICS, PRINCE2/APM, or SMSTS would be advantageous — but the right experience matters more than the letters.