Project Manager – Tier 1 Building Contractor

Location: Cardiff / Ebbw Vale
Salary: Competitive + Package
Start Date: ASAP

Overview

We are working in partnership with a leading Tier 1 building contractor to recruit a Project Manager for a high-profile new build school project in the Ebbw Vale area. This is an excellent opportunity to join an award-winning, highly successful construction business with a strong reputation for delivering complex, high-quality schemes across South Wales and beyond.

The Role

You will take full responsibility for the delivery of a new build education facility, overseeing the project from start to finish. Upon successful completion, there is the potential to move onto a much larger scheme locally, offering continuity and career progression.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the project team, including site staff and subcontractors, to deliver the project safely, on time, and to budget
• Manage all aspects of construction delivery, including programme, quality, cost control, and client liaison
• Ensure compliance with health & safety standards and company policies
• Coordinate with design, commercial, and planning teams to drive the project forward
• Act as the main point of contact with the client, stakeholders, and local authorities
• Report to the Contracts Manager and contribute to strategic project planning

Requirements

• Proven track record as a Project Manager on similar new build projects (ideally education, healthcare, or public sector)
• Experience working with a Tier 1 or reputable main contractor
• Strong leadership, communication, and organisational skills
• SMSTS, CSCS (Black/Platinum), and First Aid qualifications
• Full UK driving licence

What’s on Offer

• Join a stable and forward-thinking contractor with a long pipeline of secured work
• Opportunity to work on flagship, high-profile schemes
• Supportive team culture and genuine prospects for long-term career progression
• Competitive salary package with benefits

Apply Now

If you are an experienced Project Manager looking for a new challenge with a reputable contractor, we’d love to hear from you. Please apply with your CV or contact us directly for a confidential conversation.