Project Manager

ibse; Oxford; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction firm in Oxford is seeking a proven Project Manager to oversee site delivery in a scientific laboratory project. This hands-on leadership role involves managing site teams, ensuring project delivery on time and budget, and maintaining compliance with quality and safety standards. Ideal candidates should have a strong background in construction project management, excellent planning skills, and a degree or equivalent experience in a related field. Competitive compensation and ongoing training are provided.

Benefits

Competitive day rate dependent on experience

Ongoing Training & Development

Discounted Private Health Care Scheme

Discounted Gym Membership

Qualifications

• Proven experience delivering complex construction projects as a Project Manager.
• Strong leadership of site teams with a collaborative, results-driven approach.
• Excellent planning, programming, and progress control skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage all site staff to achieve programme, quality, and safety objectives.
• Drive project planning and sequencing; monitor and report against milestones.
• Ensure full compliance with company procedures and site-specific protocols.

Skills

Leadership

Planning

HSEQ Management

Communication

Commercial Awareness

Education

Relevant construction/engineering degree or equivalent experience

Tools

SMSTS

Black CSCS

First Aid at Work

Job description

We're seeking a proven Project Manager to lead site delivery at a scientific laboratory in Oxford. You'll take full ownership of the programme, quality, cost, and safety – driving the plan from tender through to handover. This is a hands‑on leadership role: manage site teams and subcontractors, liaise closely with the client and designers, and ensure the project is delivered on time, on budget, and to exacting standards.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Lead and manage all site staff to achieve programme, quality, and safety objectives.


• Drive project planning and sequencing; monitor and report against milestones.


• Manage tenders and procurement from inception to completion.


• Control and optimise labour, plant, and material resources.


• Ensure full compliance with company procedures and site‑specific protocols.


• Champion Health, Safety, Environmental and Quality (HSEQ) requirements at all times.


• Maintain high standards of workmanship and quality assurance on site.


• Track progress, risks, and change; maintain robust project controls and records.


• Deliver the programme and budget; implement corrective actions where required.


• Manage and monitor subcontractor performance; chair regular subcontractor meetings.


• Liaise proactively with the client, designers, and the wider project management team.


• Chair and attend progress meetings; compile and present clear progress reports.


• Produce and distribute accurate meeting minutes and action trackers.


• Maintain contractual records and support commercial control, including cost management.


• Identify and implement improvements and innovations to enhance delivery.


• Positively represent and promote the company on site and with stakeholders.


• Compile and submit complete O&M manuals at project completion and support flawless handover.

ABOUT YOU

• Proven experience delivering complex construction projects as a Project Manager (live, technical, or regulated environments advantageous).


• Strong leadership of site teams and subcontractors with a collaborative, results‑driven approach.


• Excellent planning, programming, and progress control skills.


• Solid commercial awareness with experience controlling costs, change, and risk.


• Clear communicator – confident chairing meetings and producing professional reports and minutes.


• Thorough understanding of HSEQ management and compliance.


• Strong client‑facing skills with the ability to build trust and manage expectations.


• Competent with project documentation, records, and handover requirements (incl. O&M manuals).

What you'll need to succeed

• SMSTS


• Black CSCS


• Relevant construction/engineering degree or equivalent experience.


• First Aid at Work.


• Temporary Works awareness/coordination (as applicable to project scope).

What you'll get in return

• Competitive day rate dependent on experience.


• Ongoing Training & Development.


• Discounted Private Health Care Scheme.


• Discounted Gym Membership.

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