Project Manager

Interim Senior Project Manager (New Build) Public Sector  £450 per day (Inside IR35) Gloucester

Our client, a well-regarded public sector organisation, is seeking an experienced Interim Senior Project Manager to lead the delivery of a diverse portfolio of new build capital projects across the public sector estate.

This is an excellent opportunity for a seasoned project professional with a strong track record of managing complex construction projects from inception through to completion within a local authority, public sector, or regulated environment.

The Role

You will take ownership of a range of high-profile new build developments, ensuring projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to the required quality standards.

The programme includes:

• New build schools and educational facilities
• Training and skills centres
• Care homes and adult social care developments
• Other strategic capital construction projects

You will be responsible for managing multidisciplinary teams, consultants, contractors, and key stakeholder groups while ensuring compliance with governance, procurement, and statutory requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the end-to-end delivery of multiple new build capital projects.
• Manage project budgets, programmes, risks, and resources.
• Oversee external consultants, contractors, and professional teams.
• Ensure projects comply with all relevant legislation, health and safety standards, and local authority governance requirements.
• Prepare and present reports to senior leadership, elected members, and project boards.
• Drive effective stakeholder engagement across internal departments and external partners.
• Monitor project performance and implement corrective actions where required.

About You

To be considered for this position, you will demonstrate:

• Significant experience delivering large-scale new build construction projects.
• Previous experience working within a public sector organisation, Local Authority, NHS, education, or social housing environment.
• Strong knowledge of capital project delivery, construction contracts, procurement routes, and project governance.
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously within a politically sensitive environment.
• Relevant professional qualifications such as PRINCE2, APM, RICS, CIOB, or equivalent are desirable.

Contract Details

• Interim Contract
• £450 per day
• Inside IR35
• Hybrid working arrangement
• Public Sector Client

If you are an experienced Senior Project Manager with a proven track record in delivering complex new build projects and are available for an interim assignment, we would be keen to hear from you.

For more information and an informal chat please send your up to date CV over and one of our consultants will be in touch.