Senior Project Manager

Job Title: Senior Project Manager
Location: Central London
Project Value: 40m
Sector: Demolition, enabling & complex RC construction

Overview

We are seeking an experienced Senior Project Manager to lead the delivery of a high-profile 40m scheme in Central London, working for a leading specialist contractor. This technically complex project combines high-rise demolition, top-down construction methodology, and significant structural and temporary works challenges.

This role requires a project leader with a strong engineering background/track record, capable of managing risk, sequencing complex packages, and driving programme certainty in a constrained urban environment, as well as possessing first class client skills.

Scope of Works

You will be responsible for this scheme from preconstruction through to handover, including:

• High-rise demolition
• Top-down enabling works and construction
• Piling operations
• Installation of screening systems
• Reinforced concrete frame construction
• Heavy temporary works design and implementation
• Bulk and detailed excavation works
• Structural cut and carve
• Concrete strengthening and remediation

Key Responsibilities

• Full project ownership from pre-construction through to handover
• Leadership of multidisciplinary teams (engineering, TW design etc)
• Programme development, monitoring, and recovery planning
• Management of complex sequencing, logistics, and constrained site operations
• Oversight of temporary works coordination and design approvals
• Stakeholder management including client and local authorities
• Ensuring compliance with health, safety, and environmental standards
• Risk identification, mitigation, and reporting

Requirements

• Proven track record delivering large-scale ( 30m+) complex projects
• Strong experience in demolition, enabling works, and RC frame
• Demonstrated expertise in top-down construction methodologies
• Deep understanding of temporary works and structural sequencing
• Experience with low headroom piling and constrained site logistics
• Excellent leadership and communication skills
• Degree-qualified in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or similar