Project Manager (Construction Direct Delivery)

Job DescriptionProject Manager (Construction) | Cardiff, Up To 45,091 DOE Your new companyYoull be joining a public sector organisation within the Design, Construction and Maintenance (DCM) service, responsible for delivering a wide range of building and refurbishment projects across a varied public sector estate. The team supports schools, corporate buildings, listed assets and live operational sites, ensuring projects are delivered safely, sustainably and to the highest standard. This is a collaborative estate-focused environment with a clear commitment to improving service delivery, asset performance and longterm building conditions.Your new roleYou will lead the endtoend delivery of multiple building maintenance and refurbishment projects (typically 7080k, up to 1m), managing all stages from early planning to handover, ensuring projects are completed on time, on budget and in line with statutory, safety and quality requirements.Key responsibilities include:- Managing endtoend delivery of building projects across the Councils estate- Scoping, planning, design development and procurement of works- Supervising and managing contractors onsite, ensuring safety, quality, time and cost targets are met- Acting as or liaising in the role of Principal Designer (CDM)- Leading internal multidisciplinary teams and commissioning external professional services where required- Managing contract administration including valuations, variations and final accounts- Monitoring budgets, costs and KPIs using the works management system- Chairing and attending site, client and stakeholder meetings- Managing handover, documentation and practical completion- Responding professionally to stakeholder queries or complaints- Working across a varied public sector estate including schools, offices, listed buildings and live operational sites- Supporting the wider Direct Delivery / Estates team in driving continuous service improvementWhat you''ll need to succeedYou will be an experienced construction Project Manager with:- A construction related degree (or equivalent experience)- A strong background delivering building maintenance, refurbishment or capital works projects- Knowledge of building standards, design, construction methods and professional services- Good understanding of building contracts, procurement routes and contract administration- Experience supervising contractors and managing works on live, operational or public sector sites- CDM knowledge and the ability to act as (or liaise with) the Principal Designer- Strong organisational ability to manage a varied and evolving workload- Excellent communication skills with confidence engaging stakeholders at all levels- Beneficial: practical understanding of building trades (e.g. roofing, fencing, M&E)- Background in commercial or public sector environments (no housing required)What you''ll get in return- Salary 40,777 45,091 (Hybrid)- Local government pension scheme and generous annual leave- Professional development and support towards training and qualifications- Opportunity to work on varied, meaningful public sector projects- Supportive team culture and ongoing career progressionWhat you need to do nowIf you''re interested in this role, click ''apply now'' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.If this job isn''t quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. # 4777798

Created: 2026-04-08