Project Manager in Sawston, Cambridgeshire

Project Manager | Tier 1 Main Contractor | New Build Project

Arcona Group is partnering with a leading Tier 1 contractor to recruit an experienced Project Manager to lead the delivery of a prestigious £10m new build commercial facility from pre-construction through to completion.

This is an excellent opportunity to take ownership of a high-profile project with a nationally recognised contractor renowned for delivering complex, technically challenging schemes across the UK.

The Role

As Project Manager, you will have full responsibility for the successful delivery of this project, ensuring the project is completed safely, on programme, within budget and to the highest quality standards.

Working closely with the senior leadership team, site management, design consultants and subcontractors, you will drive the project from inception through handover while maintaining exceptional client relationships throughout.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the overall delivery of the £10m facility.
• Manage programme, budget, quality and risk across all project stages.
• Coordinate design, procurement and construction activities.
• Build and maintain strong stakeholder and client relationships.
• Lead site teams and subcontractor performance.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety and environmental standards.
• Drive project reporting, forecasting and commercial performance.
• Oversee project handover and successful completion.

About You

• Proven experience delivering new build construction projects as a Project Manager.
• Background working for a main contractor on projects valued £5m+.
• Strong leadership, communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Excellent commercial and contractual awareness.
• Track record of delivering projects safely, on time and within budget.
• Relevant construction qualification (HNC/HND, Degree or equivalent).
• SMSTS, CSCS and First Aid certifications desirable.

What's On Offer

• Basic salary of £85,000 - £95,000
• Attractive benefits package
• Car allowance/company vehicle
• Bonus 10%
• Pension scheme
• Private healthcare
• Opportunity to lead a landmark project with a Tier 1 contractor
• Long-term career progression within a highly respected organisation