Senior Construction Project Manager
An established construction and property consultancy is seeking an experienced Senior Project Manager to join its Belfast team.
This is a senior, client-facing opportunity for someone looking to take ownership of major projects, develop client relationships and play an active role in business growth and team development.
You will work across a varied project portfolio including commercial, healthcare, education, residential, infrastructure, public sector, regeneration and mixed-use developments.
The Role
As Senior Project Manager, you will take a leading role in the successful delivery of projects from inception to completion, acting as a trusted advisor to clients.
Key responsibilities include:
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Leading projects through feasibility, design, procurement, construction and completion
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Acting as the primary client contact and providing strategic project advice
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Establishing and managing project governance structures
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Developing project programmes, delivery strategies and reporting frameworks
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Leading multidisciplinary consultant and stakeholder teams
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Managing project scope, programme, quality, budget and performance
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Identifying and managing project risks and mitigation strategies
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Overseeing procurement and consultant/contractor appointments
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Managing change control and providing commercial and strategic advice
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Chairing senior project meetings and presenting project reports
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Supporting contract administration and statutory approvals
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Building and maintaining long-term client relationships
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Supporting business development and fee management
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Mentoring and developing junior team members
About You
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Degree qualified in Construction Project Management, Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, Surveying or a related discipline
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Strong experience delivering construction/property projects within consultancy, client-side or contractor environments
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Strong knowledge of project management methodologies and governance
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Proven experience managing projects across the full project lifecycle
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Good knowledge of NEC, JCT or similar construction contracts
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Excellent client-facing and stakeholder management skills
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Strong leadership and multidisciplinary team management experience
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Excellent programme, risk, reporting and commercial management skills
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Experience with business development, client relationship management and fee management
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Strategic thinker with strong problem-solving skills
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Experience mentoring and developing junior professionals
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Chartered status such as MRICS, MAPM, MCIOB or equivalent is preferred but not essential
What's on Offer
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High-profile and varied projects across multiple sectors
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Direct exposure to senior leadership and clients
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Genuine career progression and leadership opportunities
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Professional membership and chartership support
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Training, mentoring and structured career development
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Opportunity to contribute to business growth and develop long-term client relationships
