Senior Principal Project Manager

City of London; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 68,000 - GBP 78,000; Full time

Job summary

A governmental housing authority in Greater London is looking for a Senior Principal Project Manager. The ideal candidate will lead housing projects and manage client-side governance and contract management. This role involves delivering major works and collaborating with partners in the housing sector. The position offers a competitive salary and an extensive benefits package, including participation in a robust pension scheme and various lifestyle perks. This is a permanent role with a hybrid working model.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Local Government Pension Scheme

Interest-free loans for travel or bikes

Discounts on health and wellbeing services

Qualifications

• Proven experience in project management and delivering new development projects.
• Ability to work effectively with various stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Support client-side governance
• Manage contracts and relationships with consultants and contractors
• Deliver new development projects and major works

Skills

Project Management skills

Knowledge of new development projects

Excellent communication skills

Customer focused attitude

Job description

Senior Principal Project Manager

Posting Start Date: 02/02/2026

Summary

The City of London’s Housing Service manages 11 housing estates, totalling 3000 homes. Two of these estates are in the Square Mile and a further 9 estates are in neighbouring London boroughs. We are completing several new developments in Islington and Lewisham delivering 200 new homes for social rent, a community centre and estates office. These projects form an integral part of an ambitious programme of building new social housing, estate regeneration, public realm projects, home maintenance, improvements, and refurbishment.

Role Overview

This post is for a self‑motivated, dynamic, client‑side Senior Principal Project Manager who will work as part of a team with responsibility for supporting client‑side governance, contract management, and working effectively with consultants and contractors.

Key Responsibilities

• Support client‑side governance
• Contract management
• Work effectively with consultants and contractors
• Deliver new development projects and major works

Required Skills and Experience

• Project Management skills
• Knowledge and experience of supporting the delivery of new development projects and major works
• Excellent communication skills and experience in dealing with a wider range of customers and stakeholders
• Customer focussed with the right attitude, drive and enthusiasm

Salary and Benefits

Salary: £68,300 - £77,400 per annum inclusive of all allowances

Contractual Hours: Mon - Fri, 35 hours per week

Basis: Permanent

Workplace category: Hybrid

In addition to a competitive salary and membership of the excellent Local Government Pension Scheme, you can look forward to an all‑round package of life‑improving benefits and offers – from interest‑free season ticket and bicycle loans to discounts on health and wellbeing, arts and culture.

Legal and Recruitment Information

This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act and as part of the selection process the successful applicant will be required to obtain a standard DBS.

The City of London Corporation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

The City of London Corporation is committed to Equal Opportunities and welcomes applications from all sections of the community.

Closing Date

12 noon on 20 February 2026.

How to Apply

To apply online please click the Apply online button below. Alternatively, please contact 020 7332 3978 (24 hr answerphone) quoting reference number OCCS1068 if you experience any difficulties. A minicom service for the hearing impaired is available on 020 7332 3732.