Project Manager - Housebuilding

Location: Essex (Chelmsford area)
Contract: Fixed Term - 18-24 months
Salary: 80,000- 85,000 + very generous bonus + car allowance
Start: ASAP
We are working on behalf of a well-established residential developer to appoint an experienced Project Manager to lead the final phase of a flagship new-build housing scheme in Essex.
This is a No.1 on site role, overseeing the delivery of the last 15 high-value private homes, each with individual values in excess of 1.5m. The wider development is already well established, and this appointment will be critical to successfully handing over the final phase to the highest standard.

You will take full responsibility for day-to-day project delivery, leading the on-site team and coordinating all activities to programme, quality, and budget.
Key responsibilities include:

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  Acting as Project Lead / No.1 on site
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  Managing and motivating the site team, including Site Manager, direct labour, and subcontractors
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  Overseeing the construction and completion of the final 15 units
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  Programme management and reporting to senior stakeholders
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  Coordinating remaining procurement and contractor packages
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  Ensuring health & safety, quality control, and compliance at all times
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  Working closely with head office support functions

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  Final phase of a large residential development (128 homes total)
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  Remaining units are high-spec, high-value private housing
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  The site is already live and well established
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  Strong support structure from head office and consultants

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  Proven experience as a Project Manager or Senior Site Manager on residential developments
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  Comfortable leading projects as the senior figure on site
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  Experience delivering high-quality private housing
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  Strong leadership, communication, and organisational skills
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  Able to manage a project through to completion with minimal supervision
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  Contractual / commercial awareness is beneficial but not essential

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  80,000- 85,000 salary
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  Very generous milestone-based bonus (up to c.50%)
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  Car allowance
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  Statutory pension
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  Fixed-term contract of 18-24 months, with potential for extension or future opportunities

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced residential Project Manager seeking a defined-term role on a prestigious scheme, with strong financial reward and the chance to leave a lasting mark on a high-profile development.
For a confidential discussion or further details, please apply or contact us directly.