Project Manager - Heritage Works
Location: Penkridge, Staffordshire, with travel to project sites as required
Job Type: Permanent
We are seeking an experienced Project Manager - Heritage Works to join our specialist heritage construction and restoration business.
Based from our office in Penkridge, Staffordshire, this is a practical, hands-on role managing heritage, refurbishment and conservation-led projects across the Midlands. Unlike large main-contractor developments, our projects require close attention to detail, careful planning and a collaborative approach to delivering high-quality work on historic buildings.
Salary
£45,000-£50,000 per annum (higher salary may be considered for candidates with exceptional experience), plus the potential for a company vehicle or vehicle allowance and possible performance-related benefits.
Key Responsibilities
- Take day-to-day responsibility for the successful delivery of small heritage and refurbishment projects.
- Manage two small works teams, including two Team Leaders and approximately eight employees overall.
- Plan and sequence projects, typically valued at around £40,000.
- Turn agreed scopes of work into practical and achievable site delivery plans.
- Ensure labour, materials, subcontractors and site access arrangements are in place.
- Monitor project progress, quality, safety and costs against agreed expectations.
- Maintain accurate site records, photographs, task updates and progress reports.
- Ensure RAMS, task instructions and site-control procedures are followed.
- Identify potential issues early and escalate significant concerns to the Managing Director.
- Communicate professionally with clients, consultants, suppliers and other stakeholders.
- Coordinate subcontractors and suppliers to support effective project delivery.
- Promote high standards of workmanship, organisation, cleanliness and site discipline.
- Use project management and compliance software to record labour, tasks, photographs, quality checks and site progress.
- Ensure Team Leaders and site operatives consistently follow the company's digital processes.
- Support the continued development and improvement of our project delivery systems.
Skills & Experience
- Previous experience managing construction, refurbishment or small works projects.
- Experience supervising tradespeople, Team Leaders or small site teams.
- Strong practical understanding of construction site delivery.
- Heritage, listed building or conservation experience would be highly advantageous.
Preferred Skills & Experience (Not Essential)
- Experience within traditional building repair, specialist refurbishment or high-end residential projects would be beneficial.
- Knowledge of traditional materials or techniques, including lime, stone, timber, roofing or windows, would be advantageous.
- Confidence managing practical site teams within a small or medium-sized contractor.
- Good understanding of health and safety, RAMS and site-compliance requirements.
- SMSTS or SSSTS qualification would be advantageous.
- CSCS card is expected.
What We Offer
- Salary of £45,000-£50,000, depending on experience.
- Potential company vehicle or vehicle allowance.
- Possible performance-related rewards for the right candidate.
- Opportunity to manage varied heritage, restoration and refurbishment projects.
- Hands-on responsibility for two established small works teams.
- Opportunity to work closely with the Managing Director and influence how projects are delivered.
- Long-term position within a specialist heritage contractor.
- Supportive working environment where practical experience and sound judgement are valued.
- Opportunity to help shape and improve our project management and digital site systems.
If you would like to be considered for this opportunity, please apply with your CV and a covering letter outlining your relevant experience.