Project Leader
CV-LibraryManchester, ENG, GBpermanentPosted: 22 October 2026
Apply NowProject Leader – Major High-Rise Residential Development
Manchester
£95,000–£105,000 plus car allowance
An established residential developer is appointing a Project Leader to take full responsibility for the delivery of a major high-rise residential development in Manchester.
This is a senior project-lead position with ownership of the whole development rather than an individual package. You will lead the site team and coordinate design, commercial, technical and supply-chain functions through construction, commissioning and handover.
Responsibilities
- Lead the project from mobilisation through construction and handover.
- Develop and manage the construction programme and short-term delivery plans.
- Coordinate site managers, engineers, designers, commercial staff and subcontractors.
- Manage design release, procurement, technical queries and buildability.
- Oversee RC frame, façade, MEP, fit-out and commissioning interfaces.
- Maintain excellent health and safety and quality-management standards.
- Ensure compliance with the Building Safety Act and higher-risk-building requirements.
- Chair progress meetings and report clearly to senior leadership.
- Manage consultant and supply-chain relationships.
- Drive completion, commissioning, snagging and handover.
Candidate requirements
- Currently operating at Project Manager level or above.
- A strong record delivering high-rise residential, build-to-rent, PBSA or complex mixed-use developments.
- Experience leading an entire building or substantial project rather than one individual package.
- Detailed knowledge of RC frame, façades, MEP coordination, fit-out and handover.
- Strong programme, design, procurement and subcontractor-management skills.
- Experience working on constrained city-centre sites.
- SMSTS, CSCS and First Aid qualifications.
- Building Safety Act or Gateway 2 experience is highly desirable.
- Able to work permanently on site in Manchester.
Package
- Salary from £95,000 to £105,000, dependent on experience.
- Car allowance.
- Long-term career opportunity with an established residential developer.
For a confidential discussion, apply with an up-to-date CV. All enquiries will be handled in strict confidence
Manchester
£95,000–£105,000 plus car allowance
An established residential developer is appointing a Project Leader to take full responsibility for the delivery of a major high-rise residential development in Manchester.
This is a senior project-lead position with ownership of the whole development rather than an individual package. You will lead the site team and coordinate design, commercial, technical and supply-chain functions through construction, commissioning and handover.
Responsibilities
- Lead the project from mobilisation through construction and handover.
- Develop and manage the construction programme and short-term delivery plans.
- Coordinate site managers, engineers, designers, commercial staff and subcontractors.
- Manage design release, procurement, technical queries and buildability.
- Oversee RC frame, façade, MEP, fit-out and commissioning interfaces.
- Maintain excellent health and safety and quality-management standards.
- Ensure compliance with the Building Safety Act and higher-risk-building requirements.
- Chair progress meetings and report clearly to senior leadership.
- Manage consultant and supply-chain relationships.
- Drive completion, commissioning, snagging and handover.
Candidate requirements
- Currently operating at Project Manager level or above.
- A strong record delivering high-rise residential, build-to-rent, PBSA or complex mixed-use developments.
- Experience leading an entire building or substantial project rather than one individual package.
- Detailed knowledge of RC frame, façades, MEP coordination, fit-out and handover.
- Strong programme, design, procurement and subcontractor-management skills.
- Experience working on constrained city-centre sites.
- SMSTS, CSCS and First Aid qualifications.
- Building Safety Act or Gateway 2 experience is highly desirable.
- Able to work permanently on site in Manchester.
Package
- Salary from £95,000 to £105,000, dependent on experience.
- Car allowance.
- Long-term career opportunity with an established residential developer.
For a confidential discussion, apply with an up-to-date CV. All enquiries will be handled in strict confidence