Construction Project Manager in Cambridge, Cambridgeshire

Project Manager – Tier 1 Main Contractor – Cambridge

Location: Cambridge, CB3
Salary: £90,000 – £100,000 per annum
Job Type: Permanent, Full Time
Sector: Main Contracting / Commercial Construction

Project Manager – Cambridge – £90k–£100k

Ridgeway & Co Recruitment are currently working with a leading Tier 1 Main Contractor who are looking to appoint an experienced Project Manager to join their team on a major commercial construction project in Cambridge.

This is an excellent opportunity for an established Project Manager with a proven track record of delivering large-scale commercial building projects for a Tier 1 or leading Tier 2 main contractor.

The successful candidate will take responsibility for managing the project through its key construction phases, overseeing site delivery teams, subcontractors, programme, quality and overall project performance.

Key Responsibilities

• Take responsibility for the successful delivery of a major commercial construction project.

• Manage and coordinate site management teams, subcontractors and specialist packages.

• Oversee construction programmes, project milestones and delivery targets.

• Work closely with the Commercial Manager, Quantity Surveyors and Design Management team.

• Maintain strong relationships with clients, consultants and key stakeholders.

• Ensure all works are delivered in accordance with health and safety, quality and environmental standards.

• Monitor project progress, identify potential delays and implement corrective measures.

• Lead regular site meetings, progress reviews and subcontractor coordination.

• Ensure successful project completion and handover.

Requirements

• Proven experience as a Project Manager working for a Tier 1 or established Tier 2 Main Contractor.

• Strong commercial construction experience is essential.

• Demonstrable track record delivering large-scale new-build commercial projects.

• Experience managing multiple subcontractors and construction packages.

• Strong understanding of construction programmes, procurement and project delivery.

• Excellent leadership, communication and client-facing skills.

• Commercial awareness and experience working alongside Quantity Surveying teams.

• SMSTS, CSCS and First Aid qualifications preferred.

• Relevant construction management qualification or equivalent experience.

Candidates from commercial offices, education, healthcare, life sciences, research facilities or other major building projects will be considered.

Please note: This position requires main contracting experience within commercial building construction. Applicants with solely residential development, groundworks or civil engineering backgrounds will not be suitable.

Salary & Benefits

• £90,000 – £100,000 basic salary

• Permanent position with a leading Tier 1 Main Contractor.

• Major commercial construction project in Cambridge.

• Long-term career development opportunities.

• Opportunity to work with an established and experienced project delivery team.

Apply

If you are an experienced Project Manager with a strong main contracting background and are interested in discussing this opportunity, please apply with your latest CV.

Alternatively, contact Ridgeway & Co Recruitment for a confidential discussion.