6,902 Junior Project Manager jobs in the United Kingdom

Senior/ Project Manager- Rail

My clients rail business is rapidly evolving with key contract awards across the country. They will be delivering new infrastructure including new stations, Access for All schemes, and domestic renewals across the Wales & Western region. They are looking for a Project Manager who can take a project from Design development to successful delivery and hand back to the customer. Using our hybrid working policy you'll work from home, site and an office in Swindon and Bristol.

They are a leading civil engineering organisation delivering safe, sustainable, and efficient transport solutions across the UK.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage and coordinate all aspects of project delivery, from planning to execution and completion.
• Develop and maintain project schedules, budgets, and resource plans.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant regulations, standards, and company policies.
• Lead project teams, providing guidance, support, and motivation.
• Liaise with clients, stakeholders, and subcontractors to ensure effective communication and collaboration.
• Identify and mitigate project risks, resolving any issues that arise.
• Monitor project progress and performance, reporting regularly to senior management.

Qualifications and Experience:

• In-depth knowledge of construction techniques and processes on railway infrastructure across, building, civil and M&E works.
• Strong knowledge of project management methodologies and tools.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and work under pressure.
• Relevant qualifications in project management or a related field.
• Familiarity with the Wales & Western region
• Proven experience with a tier 1 contracting group

Benefits:

• Competitive rewards package
• Including a Company Car scheme
• Private Healthcare
• Pension
• Life Assurance cover
• 25 days Annual Leave (and a day off for your birthday).
• You'll also have access to Hybrid working where possible, an enhanced Paternity & Maternity package and the opportunity to develop yourself personally and professionally

Position: Project Manager/Senior Project Manager

Location: Chelmsford

Salary: £65,000 - £75,000 (Guide Salary) Plus Car/Allowance & Package

Our client is a Tier 1 D&B Contractor operating predominately in the water industry, who are delivering a number of water and wastewater non-infrastructure projects for Essex & Suffolk Water.

They are recruiting for a Project Manager/Senior Project Manager who wil.

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Project manager contract position available near Dartford, this is a 3-week contract paying circa 450.00 per day, we require someone to start Saturday 27th of September. The project will run for 3 weeks, covering the weekends as well, higher rates will be paid for the Saturday and Sunday.

The Project Manager will cover all CMD works on site, advising site supervisor and the other trades on site. The work will involve the upgrading and installation of machinery and equipment. Experience in heavy engineering, machinery removal / installation projects will be required. Such as production line installations and factory fit outs, the Project Manager on this project must have strong CDM experience.

We would like to hear from Project managers with SSSTS and ideally some H&S experience.

If the Project Manager position in Kent is of interest, please click to apply!

Be part of an exciting global digital transformation project in manufacturing and automation!

Our Client has a requirement for a Project Manager , who will be required to work on a contract basis in Glasgow .

• Support digital supply chain initiatives and operational technology infrastructure improvements.

• Deliver capital project engineering support across manufacturing sites.

• Develop requirement specifications in collaboration with internal teams.

• Deliver capex projects to the correct technical specification.

• Prepare cost estimates and project schedules.

• Manage efficient capex spend and external resources.

• Oversee the full project lifecycle, including approvals, financial tracking, and closure.

• Manage and oversee commissioning activities.

• Ensure compliance with health, safety, and environmental standards.

• Engage stakeholders effectively, communicating plans, timelines, issues, and solutions.

• Programme management experience within FMCG organisations (preferred).

• Proven delivery of Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES) and IT/OT integration.

• Knowledge of packaging machinery, line management, and control systems.

• Server hardware, virtualisation, and industrial networking project delivery.

• Manufacturing cybersecurity risk management experience.

• Continuous process control systems project delivery.

• Ability to review solution designs using logical and physical diagrams.

• Degree in a science/engineering discipline.

• Recognised project management certification.

At First Recruitment Group we understand just how important it is to secure the right people. That is why our Recruitment Consultants always take the time to understand requirements in detail and offer sound advice to both clients and candidates. We actively recruit at all levels and this is a superb opportunity for a Project Manager  looking for new employment.

As part of putting people first, we strive to be an equal opportunities employer and we are always looking to increase the diversity of our workforce, working closely with our clients to ensure everyone is included.

Project  Manager

Redditch

£40k-£45k

Office based

We are recruiting on behalf of our client for an experienced Project / Launch Manager to join their team. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with a strong background in automotive logistics who can take ownership of projects from initiation through to completion.

You’ll be responsible for delivering projects on time, within scope, and within budget, while leading teams, managing stakeholders, and driving continuous improvements that add real value for customers.

What you’ll be doing:

• Leading multiple projects from start to finish
li>Developing project plans, timelines, and budgets
• Coordinating resources, third parties, and vendors
• Managing risks, changes, and performance
• Building strong client and stakeholder relationships
• Conducting post-launch reviews and implementing improvements

What we’re looking for:

< i>At least 10 years’ experience in a similar role within automotive logistics < i>Proven track record delivering complex projects successfully
• Strong continuous improvement experience
• Excellent communication, leadership, and organisational skills
• Confident influencing at all levels of an organisation
• Computer literate with MS Office packages
• Full clean driving licence
• Candidates must have the logistics and project management experience and continuous improvement experience.
• Experience with CAD is preferred but not mandatory.

Desirable:

• Process engineering background
• Experience introducing innovative solutions

The person:
We’re looking for a natural leader with a proactive, can-do attitude. Someone who thrives under pressure, can balance multiple priorities, and is confident engaging with customers and stakeholders at every level. You’ll have a calm and professional style, combined with the determination to drive projects forward and deliver sustainable results.

Travel: UK travel required with some potential for international trips

The hours of work are Monday – Friday 08.00 – 16:30 (1/2-hour break) some weekend working may be required during busy periods, 25 days holiday plus bank holidays with option to purchase up to an additional 5 days.

Project Manager

Location: London - Hybrid working 2 days on site per week

Length: 12 months

Rate: 650 outside IR35

Project Managers are urgently required to join the businessto specifically work on the firm's global Financial Crime Transformation Programme.

In 2024, the program undertook a Strategic Review of Financial Crime Risk Management Framework.
The Project Managers will be required to work in partnership with Program Transformation Change Leadership, Workstream Leads, and closely with business, technology, 3rd party and risk & compliance teams globally to deliver a roadmap of improvements identified in the review as well as design, plan and develop business cases for future phases of the program and support program communications as required.

Delivery workstreams include the below and successful candidates will be assigned according to their experience and skills.
Financial Crime Risk Framework
Policy & Standards
Governance
Data
Technology
People, Training & Culture

Key aspects of the role
Project Manager

• Work closely with the Program Transformation Change Leadership, Workstream Leads, regional stakeholders and 3rd parties to ensure successful delivery against program outcomes and plans.
• Uphold stringent project governance in line with the business's project management methodology.
• Providing insightful reporting on progress to key stakeholders
• Address business challenges, ideate and implement solutions. addressing and escalating risks and issues proactively.
• Manage scope, plans, budgets, and ensure timely delivery within set parameters.
• Monitor expenditures, timescales, and resources; intervening when deviations arise.
• Contribute to the development of business cases for investment approval.
• Shape, structure and drive workstream governance in alignment with program governance.
• Support the development of programme and workstream communications.

FC Risk Framework: design and delivery of Risk Appetite Statements incl KRIs, KRIs, Business Wide Risk Assessments, obligations register, control inventory.
People, Training & Culture: experience in undertaking staffing needs assessments, defining roles and responsibilities, qualifications and experience, performance KPIs/KRIs, role profiles as well as assessing and delivering training needs to support culture change.
Technology & Data PM: proficiency in SaaS platforms, Financial Crime systems and data initiatives, vendor support and management, knowledge of AI technologies and their application in business processes as a desirable, but not essential skill.

What you'll need to succeed
As a Project Manager

• Excellent project and programme management skills incl planning, scope and risk management
• Track record of project delivery and change management within the Insurance or Financial Services industry.
• Demonstratable global, multi jurisdictional execution and delivery including managing stakeholders across regions.
• Risk and compliance delivery experience, including an understanding of the 3 lines of defence.
• Experience of having worked on Financial Crime related change initiatives and controls e.g. Anti Money Laundering. Anti Bribery & Corruption, Fraud, Facilitation of Tax Evasion, Market Abuse, Sanctions / Trade Restrictions.
• Effective stakeholder management skills
• Ability to shape and lead the successful completion of deliverables and solutions, often to tight deadlines, working under pressure.
• Able to prioritize tasks, adapt to change, and maintain a high level of performance while working under deadlines.

Project Manager – Social Housing Decarbonisation

Location: East Midlands, Leicestershire

Salary:£6000 - £65000 (DOE) Competitive Car Allowance Benefits

Type: Permanent

Company Overview

Build Recruitment are working with a leading name in housing, regeneration, and retrofit works across the UK. With a strong pipeline of projects, we are now seeking an experienced Project Manager to deliver social housing decarbonisation works across the East Midlands. In recent times, They have also been investing in dedicated delivery and compliance teams, research, supply chains, and systems, to gear up for the net zero retrofit challenge. However, they're still delivering and growing the wider planned maintenance services.

Role Overview

As Project Manager, you will be responsible for the successful delivery of decarbonisation and retrofit projects within occupied social housing. You will manage site operations, ensure compliance with PAS 2035 standards, and maintain strong relationships with clients, residents, and stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead delivery of social housing retrofit and decarbonisation projects
• Manage site teams, contractors, and consultants to achieve project targets
• Ensure compliance with health & safety and quality standards
• Deliver projects on time, within budget, and to client expectations
• Report on progress, risks, and commercial performance
• Engage with residents to ensure satisfaction throughout project delivery

Requirements

• Proven experience as a Project Manager within social housing, retrofit, or refurbishment
• Strong knowledge of construction processes and contract management
• Understanding of PAS 2035, energy efficiency measures, or decarbonisation projects (desirable)
• Excellent leadership, communication, and organisational skills
• CSCS Black card
• Commercially aware with strong problem-solving ability

Benefits

• Competitive salary package
• Car allowance & company benefits
• Long-term career development with a leading national contractor
• Opportunity to work on meaningful sustainability and decarbonisation projects

If you’re an experienced Project Manager looking to join a business with a strong reputation and exciting pipeline of retrofit projects, I'd love to hear from you. Apply today.

We are looking for a Project Manager to support a growing portfolio of works on the Eastern Region Reactive and Small Schemes Buildings Framework, giving practical and technical guidance to Works Delivery Managers, ensuring the correct execution of both permanent and temporary works.

As Health & Safety is paramount to the work we do, you will lead and implement professional safety behaviour and culture throughout the business, promoting positive change in everyday activities in your area of influence.
The main duties of the role include:

Management of Network Rail and rail related infrastructure contracts, ensuring KPIs are met in line with client expectations (estimate submissions, delivery timescales, risk scores, completion packs etc).
Liaising with client personnel and representing CML at client deliverability meetings. Maintaining and developing client relationships on the basis of mutual trust and high standards of contract performance in line with CML Core Values.
Collaborating with Works Delivery Managers, ensuring the day-to-day work bank is planned and resourced, in line with first principal allowances and driven by targets.
Overseeing and driving a robust programme of works for the work bank portfolio, ensuring works are planned and resourced in line with first principal allowances and driven by required turnover targets - also ensuring effective deployment of all personnel across the framework.
Liaise with Works Delivery Managers and the Commercial team, to review estimate submissions and final account details - analysing trends and reporting on delivery performance to the Contracts Manager, to identify contractual progress of works against programme.
Providing technical support, guidance and practical advice to Works Delivery Managers on the Eastern Framework, ensuring competent execution of the work bank from both a permanent and temporary works perspective.
Managing the front-end design process to ensure design deliverables are met in line with client expectations and programme milestones - achieved by driving programme dates and reviewing detail, reported via Design Managers.
Managing delivery managers under guidance to drive safety, quality and efficiency.
Preparing and implementing site specific management plans, ensuring site activities comply with CML Health and Safety, Quality and Environmental policies.
Preparing and implementing site documentation and contract plans to conform, as a minimum, to the client's requirement and specification.
Person Specification

To be successful in the role, you will be able to maintain and develop client relationships on the basis of mutual trust and high standards of project performance, promoting existing and new work opportunities.

The perfect candidate will have:

HND or higher/ NVQ 6-7 in Construction or APM qualification, or be suitably qualified by experience.
A minimum of 5 years' experience of reactive Delivery Frameworks and Civil Engineering.
PTS (Personal Track Safety).
Experience in managing multiple projects work sites, preferably from within a Rail environment.
Commercial and Programming experience.
Safety Critical management and planning including incident/ accident reporting experience.
Cost monitoring and Report writing experience.
Experience of creating work package plans, risk assessments and lift plans.
Sound technical knowledge of a multitude of Civils activities.
Experience in managing multiple reactive works.
Strong people and stakeholder management experience.
CSCS card, NEBOSH, COSS, SMSTS are highly desirable.
The ability to actively promote Safety Critical behaviours, CML values and a customer focussed, professional attitude across the business.

Our Client is a Top Tier Contractor are looking for Project Manager to help deliver the first of numerous construction based refurbishments on Lifecycle NHS refurbishment projects.

The ideal candidate will already be working in a similar construction role and have a Top Tier or mid tier- main contractor experience.

As Project Manager you will have strong process driven experience, and take responsibility for:

Managing the construction programming through the lifecycle of the build and be able to understand the construction sequence and techniques employed in the NHS and healthcare sector.

Programme control and the co-ordination of trades and the ability to adapt this where required.

Manage projects from inception co-ordinating design and budgets.

The role is long term and on going and can be paid Umbrella CIS

Please apply here to be considered for the role

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