Full job descriptionProject Manager
New Build Residential, High-Rise & Façade Delivery
London£85,000-£90,000 + Package
We’re supporting a growing contractor-developer entering a new phase of strategic growth following new ownership and the appointment of a respected senior leadership team. With strong backing, a clear plan and a secured pipeline of work, the business is establishing a new London division focused on new build residential and high-rise schemes, while continuing to deliver several live façade and safety-driven refurbishment projects already underway.
This is an opportunity to join early, take ownership of multiple schemes, and grow with a division that has serious momentum. As Project Manager, you’ll lead projects, working closely with an Operations Manager and senior leadership to deliver high-quality, well-run schemes across London.
Key Responsibilities
*Lead day-to-day delivery of new build residential and high-rise projects from pre-construction through to completion.
*Take ownership of existing façade and remediation schemes as the division transitions toward a new-build-led portfolio.
*Manage programme, sequencing, logistics and access across multi-storey buildings.
*Oversee façade, envelope and internal safety-related works, ensuring quality and compliance.
*Maintain strict Building Safety Act, BSR and golden thread compliance across all projects.
*Manage subcontractors and ensure robust QA processes are consistently applied.
*Identify risks early and implement corrective actions to protect programme certainty.
*Build strong relationships with clients, consultants and internal teams.
*Chair progress meetings and coordinate with design, commercial, technical and senior leadership.
*Support pre-construction activities including surveys, methodology, buildability and logistics planning.
Requirements
*Proven experience as a Project Manager delivering façade, cladding or multi-storey envelope packages - this is essential, as initial schemes are façade-led.
*Experience delivering high-rise or multi-storey residential projects.
*Strong understanding of façade systems, sequencing, logistics and access planning.
*Experience managing internal safety works (fire stopping, sprinklers, compartmentation, resident decants) is advantageous.
*Strong leadership capability with the ability to manage site teams and specialist subcontractors.
*Solid understanding of quality assurance, golden thread requirements and building safety compliance.
*Comfortable working across multiple London-based sites.
*SMSTS, CSCS (Black/Gold), First Aid.
What’s on Offer
*£85,000-£90,000 salary
*Pension + holidays
*Opportunity to join a new high-rise residential division at the ground floor
*Portfolio of significant schemes, including new projects starting around September
*Clear progression as the division grows
*Supportive leadership team with a track record of scaling successful businesses
*Ability to make a meaningful impact and grow into more senior roles as the division expands