Salary: £75000 – £80000/annum & Excellent Package
Permanent – Full Time
Construction
Plymouth, Devon
date posted: 8/10/25 13:52
Project Manager – Tier 1 Contractor
Location: Plymouth
Employment Type: Permanent
Salary: Up to £80,000 & Excellent Benefits
About the Role: We’re working with a leading Tier 1 main contractor to recruit an experienced Project Manager to join their South West region. This is an excellent opportunity to take ownership of major commercial construction project in the heart of Devon.
As Project Manager, you’ll be responsible for driving programme, safety, quality, and financial performance, while leading a multi-disciplinary team and working closely with clients to ensure exceptional outcomes.
Key Responsibilities
* Lead the day-to-day delivery of projects, ensuring compliance with programme, cost, quality, and safety objectives.
* Develop and implement Project Management Plans, maintaining accurate and up-to-date documentation.
* Manage budgets and preliminaries, monitor costs, and report on progress.
* Coordinate and motivate site teams and subcontractors, promoting a collaborative working environment.
* Ensure compliance with Health & Safety, Environmental, and Quality standards.
* Liaise with clients, design teams, and stakeholders, providing regular updates and building strong relationships.
* Oversee handover and ensure defect-free completion.
* Support strategic risk and opportunity management across the project lifecycle.
About You
* Proven experience delivering commercial construction projects with a Tier 1 main contractor.
* Strong leadership and team management skills.
* In-depth knowledge of contractual, commercial, and H&S procedures.
* Experience managing complex logistics (e.g. tower cranes, lifting plans).
* Degree in Construction Management or similar (preferred).
* Site Engineering background is preferred.
* SMSTS, CSCS, First Aid at Work qualifications.
* Familiar with BREEAM, CCS, and environmental standards is desirable.
* Competent in IT and planning software.
What’s in it for You
* Salary up to £80,000 depending on experience
* Electric car or car allowance
* BUPA private healthcare
* Contributory pension scheme
* Life assurance
* 26 days annual leave + bank holidays
* Gym subsidy & employee reward schemes
* Inclusive and supportive working environment
Our Commitment to Inclusion
As a recruitment agency, we are committed to promoting inclusive opportunities on behalf of our clients. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, including those from under-represented communities. If you have a disability, are neurodivergent, or require adjustments during the recruitment process, we’ll work with you and the client to ensure a fair and supportive experience. We aim to represent employers who foster respectful, inclusive, and collaborative workplaces — regardless of age, gender identity, sexual orientation, ethnicity, or background.
