Senior Project Manager

  • Brandon James
  • City, Birmingham
  • Jan 20, 2026
Full time Construction

Job Description

A well-established and highly regarded construction consultancy based in Birmingham is seeking a technically capable Senior Project Manager to lead the delivery of remediation and cladding-focused projects across the Midlands. With a strong pipeline of fa ade remediation schemes and building safety programmes, the consultancy is growing its project management team to support increasing client demand.

The Senior Project Manager will take the lead on high-profile cladding replacement projects and external remedial works, often involving occupied buildings and complex stakeholder engagement. This is a vital opportunity for a Senior Project Manager who has demonstrable experience in external wall systems (EWS), building safety compliance, and working under the new regulatory landscape.



The Senior Project Manager's role

The Senior Project Manager will take full ownership of remediation and recladding projects from initial investigation and scoping through to contract delivery and final sign-off.

Responsibilities include:

  • Leading the delivery of remediation schemes (EWS1, fire safety, and cladding replacement)

  • Managing design teams and technical consultants through the planning and investigative stages

  • Overseeing tendering and procurement of specialist contractors

  • Administering JCT contracts and managing site progress

  • Acting as the main client liaison throughout the project lifecycle

  • Monitoring programme, cost, and compliance with current building safety legislation

The Senior Project Manager will be instrumental in delivering safe and compliant residential and mixed-use schemes under current fire safety standards and Building Safety Act requirements.



The Senior Project Manager

  • Degree qualified in Project Management, Building Surveying or related field

  • 5+ years' consultancy-side experience

  • Proven experience in cladding replacement, fa ade remediation, or fire safety compliance projects

  • Strong knowledge of JCT contract administration

  • MRICS, MCIOB or MAPM preferred

  • Up-to-date understanding of EWS1 and building safety regulations



In Return?

  • 60,000 - 75,000 per annum

  • High-quality remediation project pipeline

  • Career progression opportunities

  • Professional membership support

  • Bonus, pension, and travel expenses

Senior Project Manager Birmingham Cladding Remediation Construction Consultancy Building Safety Fa ade Projects