Job Title: Project Manager

Location: Central London

Salary: £45,000–£55,000 + Car Allowance

Overview

An established global real estate consultancy is seeking a Project Manager to join its Project & Building Services division, specifically within the New Build team based in Central London.

The team delivers predominantly student accommodation schemes, alongside selected retail and healthcare projects. With strong sector expertise in student accommodation, they manage both refurbishment portfolios and new-build developments typically ranging from £20m–£30m.

Current instructions include large-scale refurbishment programmes for institutional investors (delivered within constrained university holiday periods), new-build student accommodation developments, and university-led works across London and the South East. Projects are primarily administered under JCT forms of contract.

The Role

This is a client-facing, delivery-focused Project Manager position offering genuine ownership of schemes from inception through to completion. The successful candidate will lead projects with support from senior leadership, while taking responsibility for programme, cost, quality, and stakeholder management.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead new-build and refurbishment schemes (c. £20m–£30m) from pre-construction through delivery
• Act as Contract Administrator under JCT contracts (essential)
• Manage and coordinate consultants, contractors, and key stakeholders
• Maintain programme oversight and ensure delivery to time, cost, and quality expectations
• Provide confident, proactive client communication and reporting
• Support senior team members while demonstrating autonomy in project leadership

Candidate Profile

• Proven Project Management experience within consultancy, Development Management, or Main Contractor environments
• Strong Contract Administration experience (JCT essential)
• Technically sound, organised, and detail-oriented
• Confident, professional, and highly client-facing
• Able to independently lead projects with appropriate oversight
• A Quantity Surveyor who has transitioned into Project Management will also be considered

Why Apply

This is a hands-on role within a well-structured and supportive team, offering clear progression to Senior Project Manager level. The position provides exposure to high-value new-build and refurbishment schemes, alongside strong mentorship and long-term career development.