Senior Project Manager at Knights Brown

New Forest, England, United Kingdom -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

26 Feb, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

28 Nov, 25

Experience

10 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Project Management, Client Engagement, Stakeholder Engagement, Design Development, Construction Methodology, Site Operations, Contractual Control, Financial Control, Safety Standards, Quality Standards, Compliance, Leadership, Team Management, Public Sector Experience, NEC Contracts, Technical Understanding, Commercial Understanding

Industry

Construction

Description

Knights Brown is not just a company but a community where ambition and job satisfaction align perfectly. Our core values are at the heart of everything we do, crafting an environment where employees don't just work for us; they grow with us, creating careers that reflect their passions and aspirations. This is an exceptional opportunity to join one of the UK’s fastest growing contractors as a Senior Project Manager based in Paignton, Devon. Dynamic and entrepreneurial, this company is a great fit if you’re looking to work in a supportive but ambitious environment with clear career progression and proactive employee engagement. The Project This is a major seafront regeneration scheme involving the demolition, replacement and refurbishment of historic arches. The works will be delivered over two concurrent phases and will include: • Demolition • New in-situ reinforced concrete frame • Reinstatement of listed features • Highway works • Service Diversions • Public realm improvements • Architectural, mechanical and electrical elements to support both external and internal fit-out works Role Responsibilities: You will lead the project from the final stages of preconstruction through to commencement on site in Q1 2026, followed by delivery through to phased handovers in 2027 and 2028. Key responsibilities include: • Overall leadership and management of the project team • Client and stakeholder engagement • Oversight of design development and coordination • Establishment of construction methodology and programme • Ensuring smooth, timely and efficient site operations • Full contractual and financial control of the project • Maintaining the highest standards of safety, quality and compliance Requirements, Certificates & Qualifications: • Proven experience as a Senior Project Manager within a major / regional contracting organisation • Track record of delivering large-scale projects valued at £20m+ • Strong client, design team and project team management skills • Excellent technical, contractual and commercial understanding • Demonstrable focus, drive and leadership capability • Experience delivering public sector schemes under NEC contracts (highly advantageous) Knights Brown actively promotes inclusiveness across the workplace, creating an environment where each individual has the equal opportunity to achieve his or her full potential and where employees feel respected. A diverse and skilled workforce is essential to our success. We are a signatory to the Armed Forces Covenant and welcome applications from the Armed Forces Community.

Responsibilities

You will lead the project from the final stages of preconstruction through to commencement on site in Q1 2026, followed by delivery through to phased handovers in 2027 and 2028. Key responsibilities include overall leadership and management of the project team, client and stakeholder engagement, and ensuring smooth site operations.