Senior Project Manager

SISK Group; City of London; Hybrid; GBP 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction company in London is seeking a Senior Project Manager to lead large and complex projects valued between £90–120 million. The ideal candidate will have over ten years of experience in the construction sector, showcasing strong project management and technical capabilities. This role offers a competitive salary and benefits including a company car, flexible working, and opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Company car or allowance

26 days holiday (option to purchase 5 more)

Employer pension scheme

Flexible and remote working

Enhanced parental leave

Professional and educational development

Qualifications

• More than ten years’ experience in the construction sector or delivery of 4–5 major projects.
• Demonstrable end-to-end project management experience.
• Chartered qualification preferred.
• Knowledge of SMSTS, CDM/PSCS and risk management.

Responsibilities

• Lead large, technically challenging projects across multiple sectors.
• Prepare project documentation and manage risks.
• Oversee design and subcontractor management.
• Chair meetings and control information flow.

Skills

Project management experience

Technical knowledge

Strong numeracy

Education

Academic/professional qualifications in construction

Job description

Senior Project Manager – Sisk & Son

Based in the UK South business unit in London, you will lead large, technically challenging projects across residential, commercial and healthcare sectors, with project values of £90‑120m.

Responsibilities

• Prepare the programme, method statements, prelims and submission documents.
• Chair start‑up and internal meetings.
• Develop procurement strategy with quantities surveyor and pre‑qualify key supply chain (early awards).
• Create a preliminary risk register and manage risks throughout the project.
• Agree site layout and logistics, and organise implementation in accordance with company guidelines.
• Oversee consultant and subcontract design, including delivery of the BIM strategy.
• Manage subcontractors, including progress and pre‑order meetings.
• Manage employee resources, covering site when staff are on leave or training.
• Chair internal team meetings and attend/ chair subcontractor meetings.
• Prepare, update and issue accurate minutes from client and design team meetings.
• Control information flow and scheduled information requirements.
• Prepare contract reports, manage prelims per PEP and prepare extensions of time applications.
• Review constructability and identify execution methods with commercial or programme advantage.
• Maintain focus on HSEQS as a critical priority.

Qualifications & Experience

• More than ten years’ experience in the construction sector or delivery of 4–5 major projects across different industries.
• Demonstrable end‑to‑end project management experience.
• Academic and/or professional qualifications in construction, ideally chartered.
• SMSTS, CDM/PSCS, and awareness of BBS, Root Cause Analysis, S5 & Q10 internal workshops.
• Strong numeracy, technical knowledge, and familiarity with key contract principles.
• Experience in PEP, CVRs, and awareness management.

Benefits

• Competitive salary.
• Company car or allowance.
• 26 days holiday (option to purchase 5 more).
• Employer pension scheme.
• Competitive mileage rate and travel expenses.
• Flexible and remote working.
• Enhanced parental leave.
• Professional and educational development.