Client-Side Project Manager

HollandGreen; Thame; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A multidisciplinary design practice in the UK is looking for a proactive Client-Side Project Manager to deliver high-value residential projects. This role involves coordinating multidisciplinary teams, guiding clients, and ensuring project standards are met. Ideal candidates will have over 2 years of project management experience and strong skills in planning and communication. Competitive benefits and a hybrid working option offered.

Benefits

Company Bonus Scheme

Company pension

Employee assistance programme

Qualifications

• 2+ years in client-side or consultancy project management.
• Experience delivering high-end residential projects.
• Proven delivery across all RIBA stages.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support delivery of multiple residential projects.
• Coordinate internal design teams and external consultants.
• Produce clear, regular reporting using project management tools.

Skills

Client handling

Leadership

Planning

Contract administration

Communication

Education

Degree in Project/Construction Management

Chartered (RICS/CIOB)

Tools

CMAP

ClickUp

Job description

Client-Side Project Manager

LOCATION: Hybrid working in Thame, Oxfordshire (with regular site visits across the Home Counties and the Cotswolds)

ROLE: Full-time, Permanent

About HollandGreen

HollandGreen is an award-winning multidisciplinary Design Practice of Architects, Interior Designers, Landscape Designers, and Project Managers. We create exceptional private homes and gardens across the Home Counties, the Cotswolds and beyond – ranging from contemporary new builds to listed refurbishments and complex extensions. Our integrated approach takes projects from concept to completion, combining design excellence with meticulous delivery.

Job Scope

We’re looking for a proactive Client‑Side Project Manager to help deliver beautifully designed, technically rigorous, high‑value residential projects. You’ll work end‑to‑end across multiple projects, coordinating multidisciplinary teams, guiding clients through each stage, and ensuring programmes, budgets and quality standards are met.

This role suits someone who thrives in a client‑facing environment, enjoys balancing detail with big‑picture leadership, and wants to grow into leading project teams in high‑end residential construction.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and support delivery of multiple residential projects from concept to handover
• Shape scopes, programmes, deliverables and fee proposals with project leads
• Coordinate internal design teams and external consultants for seamless collaboration
• Drive timelines, budgets, risks and quality to hit key milestones
• Coordinate the tender processes, assess contractor bids and support appointments
• Work with QS’s on budgets and cash flow forecasting
• Produce clear, regular reporting using tools like CMAP and ClickUp
• Improve internal processes and contribute to practice‑wide knowledge sharing

Skills & Qualifications

• A ‘can do’ attitude and strong desire to learn
• 2+ years in client‑side or consultancy project management
• Experience delivering high‑end residential projects; listed/heritage beneficial (commercial experience considered)
• Proven delivery across all RIBA stages with multidisciplinary teams
• Strong skills in planning, procurement, contract administration and stakeholder management
• Familiarity with JCT and relevant planning legislation
• Excellent communication, client handling, and leadership
• Proficient with PM software (CMAP, ClickUp or similar)
• Degree in Project/Construction Management, Architecture or related; Chartered (RICS/CIOB) a plus
• Full UK Driving Licence

In return we will offer:

• The opportunity to shape landmark, design‑led residential projects, closely collaborating with award‑winning architects, interior designers and landscapes teams
• Clear progression to leading larger, complex projects
• Support for professional development and chartership
• A friendly & supportive working environment from our Oxfordshire Studio in Thame, with the option for some home working
• Flexible approach to HR, with trust‑based flexible working hours driven by allocated tasks & milestones. This is delivered by self‑imposed priorities and disciplined time management by individuals.
• Company Bonus Scheme & Company pension
• Employee assistance programme and other well‑being benefits

Interested? Get in touch

HollandGreen is an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and are committed to an inclusive, supportive workplace.

If you believe you are the right person to join us, please email a copy of your CV to:

Please get in touch directly, as we do not work with recruitment agencies. Due to a high number of applications, unfortunately we may not be able to respond to all applications individually but will be in touch within one week if we would like to proceed further.