Project Manager

Project Manager - High-Spec Laboratory & Office Build

📍 Location: Harwell Science & Innovation Campus

💰 Salary: Up to £95,000 + Car + Benefits

We are seeking a Project Manager with real gravitas to lead the delivery of a £30M+ specialist new-build at Harwell Science and Innovation Campus. This high-profile project includes a steel-frame structure with specialist cladding, advanced ventilation, and full M&E fit-out to create a state-of-the-art laboratory, clean room, and office space.

Project Manager Requirements:

• Proven experience managing high-value, complex construction projects, ideally within science, R&D, or high-spec commercial builds.
• Strong stakeholder management able to navigate client relationships and act as a politician when needed.
• Technical knowledge of specialist cladding, ventilation, and M&E fit-outs.
• Looking for someone with authority, diplomacy, and leadership skills.

Roles & Responsibilities of a Project Manager:

• Project Leadership: Oversee the entire project life cycle, from pre-construction through to handover, ensuring delivery on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards.
• Client Management: Act as the primary point of contact for the client, maintaining strong relationships and ensuring their expectations are met.
• Stakeholder Engagement: Work closely with external partners, acting as a politician when needed to navigate challenges and align all parties toward successful project delivery.
• Programme & Budget Control: Manage project costs, forecast variations, and ensure the project remains financially viable while maximising value.
• Technical Oversight: Lead on specialist elements such as cladding, ventilation, and M&E fit-out, ensuring compliance with industry regulations and best practices.
• Risk Management: Identify potential risks early and implement mitigation strategies to prevent project delays or cost overruns.
• Team Leadership: Coordinate and manage the site team, subcontractors, and consultants, driving performance and accountability.
• Reporting & Communication: Provide regular project updates to senior management, the client, and stakeholders, ensuring transparency and effective decision-making.

What's on Offer?

• Up to £95K salary for the right candidate.
• Company car or allowance.
• Comprehensive benefits package.
• The opportunity to lead a landmark project in a cutting-edge science and innovation hub.

If you have the experience, leadership, and presence to drive this project forward, apply now!