Senior Project Manager in Ely, Cambridgeshire

Vacancy Summary

Job Title: Senior Project Manager

Job Type: Permanent

Job Ref: #1452

Location: Cambridgeshire (1st project near Ely)

Start Date: ASAP

Salary: c£65k-£70k + competitive package (car allowance, pension, healthcare, etc.)

Company & Project:

An industry-leading, highly successful consultancy is seeking a client-facing Senior Project Manager to lead a c£20m specialist Life Science/Laboratory project.

Based in Cambridgeshire, this role will oversee an exciting local commercial and scientific project. Backed by key strategic project wins and a robust pipeline, our client is expanding their team to support continuous business growth in the area.

The long-term pipeline of work covers multiple projects and an office in Cambridgeshire.

Duties & Responsibilities:

Take full ownership of project management, contract administration, and delivery of the project under predominantly NEC and JCT contracts.
Work in a client facing capacity, ensuring seamless communication, milestone achievement, and delivery on time, within budget, and to exemplary standards.
Provide strategic counsel to optimise project outcomes across key drivers: cost, schedule, and quality.
Direct project governance, compliance, and systems implementation across all phases of the project lifecycle.Desirable Experience:

5+ years of post-degree experience in a Project Manager capacity.

Previous experience working in the Life Science or Healthcare sectors would be highly advantageous.

Proven track record within a building consultancy setting, including hands-on NEC or JCT contract administration is desirable.

Driven to progress within a collaborative, team-oriented culture.

Relevant Prior Roles: Associate Project Manager, Senior Project Manager, Principal Project Manager, or Project Manager.

Qualifications & Skills:

Degree or MSc in Project Management, Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or a related discipline.

Professional chartership or membership (e.g., MAPM, MCIOB, MRICS) is highly desirable.

Application Process:

To explore this Senior Project Manager opportunity or discuss other vacancies, please forward your CV to Jess Quinn. Applications will be reviewed promptly, and suitable candidates will be contacted within 48 hours.

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