Project Manager

Position: Project Manager

Salary: 65,000- 75,000 + Benefits
Location: Reading

I'm partnering with a well-established regional contractor on an exciting opportunity for an experienced Project Manager to join their successful team and lead a newly secured scheme. The contractor is set to begin a 4 million project in February and is keen to bring someone on board this year to support pre-construction and procurement activities. This client has a long-standing reputation across multiple sectors and operates in areas including:

• Education
• Commercial
• Health care
• Social housing
• Industrial

About the Role

This is a key role within a growing team, offering the chance to take ownership of a technically complex project and play a major part in delivering a flagship educational facility. You'll work closely with senior leaders and a multidisciplinary team to maintain high standards of quality, safety, and commercial performance throughout the project lifecycle.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the full lifecycle of a new-build educational project
• Coordinate design, oversee site delivery, and maintain strong stakeholder relationships
• Ensure projects are completed on time, within budget, and to specification
• Take responsibility for commercial performance and accurate reporting
• Support business development through client engagement and networking
• Mentor junior colleagues and contribute to team growth

Salary & Benefits

• Salary: 60,000 - 75,000 (depending on experience)
• Annual performance bonus
• Car allowance
• Company pension
• Private healthcare

If you're interested in learning more, please send your CV or contact the Hays Southampton office to arrange a confidential discussion about the opportunity.

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