Senior Project Manager

CBRE
London
Title: Senior Project Manager

Reporting to: Head of Projects

Location: London City - 3 days on site.

CBRE Global Workplace Solutions, leading global provider of integrated facilities and corporate real estate management, is recruiting a Senior Project Manager to join the team located in London City, a stone's throw from Cannon Street.

Job Purpose

The purpose of the role is to;

Have full accountability and responsibility for the management and delivery of multiple or complex construction projects from inception to completion. Ensuring compliance and guardrails are followed, quality assurance, cost & programme management whilst maintaining strong client and stakeholder relationships.

General Activities:

  • Identify and generate project opportunities from within a set portfolio of maintenance contracts or capital expenditure plan.
  • Liaise with key stakeholders on their requirements and explain feasibility of their schemes to become a trusted advisor- represent the company as a principal point of contact for the client.
  • Lead on programme setup, delivery strategy and resourcing, ensuring clarity of roles
  • Develop project execution plans, risk registers and reporting frameworks
  • Effectively manage project site managers, site supervisors and other associates in order for an effective and efficient project delivery.
  • Work with developers, designers and sub-contractors to define and document scope(s) of work(s).
  • Develop and understand the full scope of works in line with the desired project business case and in turn outcome. This is to be within agreed budget requirements and required profit margins.
  • Manage, run and draw up tenders on behalf of the customer as required. Carry out full tender analysis of all sub-contractor returns.
  • Work within the current CDM process. In the main taking on the role of principle contractor.
  • Identify, reduce and manage all statutory and commercial risks associated with the project they are leading.
  • Design and develop pre construction and construction phase delivery programmes.
  • Ensure CBRE QHSE practices and processes are fully embedded in each project.
  • Ensure full compliance with project management policies and procedures.
  • Manage the day-to-day operational aspects of the project(s) "end to end". Activities to include but not be limited to estimating, business development, quantity surveying, sub-contractor management, management of site supervision teams
  • Work closely with relevant stake holders to ensure effective and efficient implementation of the project(s).
  • Ensure customer acceptance is adhered to, in writing and in line with the project plans.
  • Manage budgets, forecasts, cost control and ensure all commercial targets are met in line with the MSA.
  • Mutually agree payment schedules and applications for payment to the benefit of the project and the business.
  • Ensure continued project governance, programme adherence and quality assurance throughout the life of the project.
  • Ensures project documents are complete, current and appropriately stored.
  • Provide timely reports to the Head of Projects / Business Unit Director in an agreed format.
  • Identify and report commercial risks and opportunities to the Head of Projects / Business Unit Director
  • Maintain oversight of P&L, cashflow and performance matrix across all active projects
  • Carry our internal audits as required
  • Feed into lessons learned and continuous improvement processes for future delivery
Business Development:

  • Identify and develop project opportunities
  • Build relationships with customers and suppliers
  • Promote business through case studies and site tours
Commercial Awareness:

  • Manage project finances, including P&L, cash flow, and budgeting
  • Analyze variances and initiate corrective actions
Project Process:

  • Define project scope, price works, and engage subcontractors
  • Develop and implement construction phase plans
  • Ensure QHSE processes are in place and monitored
Experience

  • Minimum of 7 years proven Project Management experience in an M&E, FM ,construction or critical environment
  • Experience delivering multi million pound projects
  • Proven experience of running a P&L
  • Demonstrable evidence of having managed a team
  • Previous experience of operating at senior level (Desirable)
Disclaimer :

Please be advised that effective January 1, 2025, CBRE Project Management and Turner &Townsend were consolidated into a single global business entity. As a candidate applying for a position, you should be aware that while your initial employment may be with CBRE GWS, you will subsequently transfer directly to Turner & Townsend at a date to be determined.
Posted 2025-11-09

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