️ Project Manager - Construction Northeast Cambridge / West Norfolk £70,000 - £80,000 + package Full-time Permanent Start: ASAP We are currently recruiting for family-run main contractor delivering high-quality new build and refurbishment projects across the East of England. With a typical project value of £0.5m to £15m, we operate in major sectors including
commercial, education, industrial, leisure, healthcare, and
social housing.
We're currently looking to strengthen our Senior Site and Project Management team with a driven and experienced Project Manager to lead projects in and around Northeast Cambridge and West Norfolk.
If you're looking to take on a rewarding, hands-on leadership role with a highly respected regional contractor, we'd love to hear from you.
Key Responsibilities: - Lead day-to-day operations on site, ensuring delivery in line with programme, cost, quality, and safety expectations
- Manage site teams, subcontractors, and supply chain partners effectively and collaboratively
- Act as the key client interface on projects, representing the business with professionalism and care
- Work closely with internal teams (Design, Surveying, Buying, Document Control) and report to the Divisional Director
- Maintain accurate site records and proactively solve problems as they arise
- Assist the Contracts Manager and mentor junior site managers as needed
- Deliver projects safely and efficiently, in line with Health & Safety regulations and company procedures
What We're Looking For: - Experienced Project Manager or Senior Site Manager from a main contracting background
- Proven track record managing new build and refurbishment projects up to £15m in value
- Sector experience in at least one of: commercial, educational, industrial, leisure, health, or housing
- Excellent communication and leadership skills
- Strong organisational ability and attention to detail
- Able to develop and manage short-term programmes (ASTA knowledge beneficial)
- Proactive, can-do approach with the ability to anticipate challenges on site
- Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel or lodge away as required
Required Qualifications & Training (Desirable): - SMSTS
- CSCS (Manager level)
- First Aid at Work
- Temporary Works Coordinator
- Asbestos Awareness
- Strong understanding of current Health & Safety legislation
What's On Offer: - Salary: £70,000 - £80,000 (dependent on experience)
- Company car / car allowance
- Private healthcare
- Life assurance & contributory pension scheme
- Profit-based discretionary bonus
- Annual leave entitlement
- Generous travel & lodging allowances
- Access to internal First Aiders and Employee Assistance Programme
- Ongoing training and genuine long-term career opportunities
Location: Ideally based near the northwestern edge of our core region (Suffolk, Essex, Cambridgeshire) within easy reach of the A14 (Cambridge-Ipswich) or M11 (Cambridge-M25) for project access.
How to Apply: If you're a results-driven Project Manager who thrives in a collaborative and professional environment, apply now for a confidential conversation.