Senior Project Manager – High-Rise Residential (Student Accommodation)

Location: Birmingham City Centre
Salary: £85,000 – £95,000 + Excellent Package
Sector: Main Contractor | Student Residential (PBSA)
Project Value: Major High-Rise Development (c. 500 Beds)

Our client, a well-established and respected main contractor, is seeking an experienced Senior Project Manager to lead the delivery of a landmark high-rise student residential scheme in the heart of Birmingham city centre.

This is a flagship 500-bed purpose-built student accommodation (PBSA) project, forming a key part of the city’s ongoing regeneration. The successful candidate will take full responsibility for project delivery from pre-construction through to handover.

The Role

As Senior Project Manager, you will:

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Take overall responsibility for the successful delivery of a complex high-rise residential scheme

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Lead, motivate and manage the on-site and commercial teams

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Manage programme, cost, quality, health & safety, and client relationships

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Coordinate subcontractors and consultants to ensure timely and compliant delivery

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Act as the main point of contact with the client and key stakeholders

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Drive buildability, risk management and problem-solving throughout the project lifecycle

About You

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Proven experience as a Senior Project Manager or Project Manager on high-rise residential or large-scale student accommodation projects

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Background working for a main contractor

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Strong understanding of complex construction methodology, sequencing and logistics

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Excellent leadership, communication and client-facing skills

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SMSTS, CSCS and relevant construction qualifications

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Experience delivering projects in live or city-centre environments is highly desirable

What’s on Offer

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Competitive salary of £85,000 – £95,000

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Comprehensive package (car allowance, pension, bonus, etc.)

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Opportunity to deliver a prestigious city-centre development

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Long-term pipeline of major projects with a financially secure contractor

Apply

This appointment is being managed by a specialist construction recruitment agency on behalf of our client. All applications will be treated in the strictest confidence.

If you are a driven Senior Project Manager looking to deliver a standout Birmingham project, we would be keen to speak with you