Construction Project Manager – Peterborough

Are you a qualified Project Manager with a proven background in construction and refurbishment work? If you’re driven by excellence, passionate about delivering outstanding results and confident leading high‑performing teams, this role offers the perfect next step.

This opportunity sits within a well‑established, family‑run construction business known for its stability, strong values and long‑standing reputation for delivering high‑quality projects. The company operates across commercial, education, healthcare, retail, leisure, industrial, insurance reinstatement and high‑end refurbishment sectors. Typical works include internal and external refurbishments, extensions, structural alterations, fit‑outs, heritage improvements, planned and reactive maintenance, and multi‑disciplinary construction schemes ranging from small works to multi‑million‑pound projects.

If you can provide great work, they can provide a great work package and a workplace where you can grow, lead and make a real impact.

What They offer
• Competitive salary
• Company vehicle or allowance
• Profit share scheme
• 21 days holiday plus bank holidays (increasing with service)
• Early Friday finishes
• Bonuses and long‑service awards
• Health and wellbeing support
• Strong community involvement and charitable initiatives
• Ongoing training and career progression
• Investors in People accredited employer

What They Need

• Construction‑related qualification (BSc, HNC/HND preferred)
• SMSTS or SSSTS
• Strong experience in construction or refurbishment project delivery
• Excellent leadership, organisation and communication skills
• Confident with IT systems and reporting
• Full UK driving licence
• Positive, proactive attitude and commitment to professional standards

Role Overview

Reporting to a Senior Manager, the Project Manager will oversee a range of construction and refurbishment projects from inception to completion. You will ensure projects run efficiently, safely, profitably and in full compliance with contract requirements and Health & Safety legislation. The role involves coordinating site teams, subcontractors and clients, managing programmes, budgets and materials, preparing reports and valuations, supporting junior staff and maintaining high standards of quality and communication throughout.

Responsibilities

• Lead and deliver projects from start to finish
• Manage and support site teams and junior managers
• Oversee subcontractors and ensure compliance with H&S and CDM
• Attend site meetings and maintain strong client communication
• Prepare reports, programmes, valuations and final accounts
• Assist with tenders and estimating when required
• Monitor profitability and ensure timely material procurement
• Approve invoices and maintain accurate project records

Hours
Full‑time, 42 hours per week
Mon–Thu: 07:45–17:15
Fri: 07:45–16:45
Some travel and occasional working away required.

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