Project Manager - London - Permanent Position

Our client is a London-based contractor specialising in bespoke, high-end, luxury, and super prime residential and commercial projects. They are known for delivering exceptional craftsmanship, meticulous attention to detail, and outstanding client service.

Role Overview:

We are seeking an accomplished Project Manager to act as the number one on-site lead across high-end, luxury, and super prime construction projects.
The successful candidate will take full ownership of projects valued between -1 million and -5 million, ensuring delivery from pre-construction through to completion, with a strong emphasis on quality, detail, and client satisfaction. This role requires a confident leader with a proven track record in delivering bespoke, design-led schemes to the highest standards.

Key Responsibilities:

Project Leadership & Delivery:
- Act as the principal Project Manager and number one on-site lead on all assigned projects
- Take full responsibility for project delivery from pre-construction through to handover
- Ensure projects are completed on time, within budget, and to exceptional quality standards
- Develop, manage, and drive detailed construction programmes

Client & Stakeholder Management:
- Act as the primary point of contact for clients, consultants, and design teams
- Manage relationships with high-net-worth clients and their representatives
- Lead client meetings, progress updates, and reporting
- Ensure exceptional client experience throughout the project lifecycle

Commercial & Financial Control:
- Manage project budgets, forecasts, and cost reporting
- Oversee valuations, variations, and subcontractor accounts
- Work closely with the commercial team to maximise project profitability
- Ensure tight cost control without compromising quality

Construction & Site Management:
- Oversee day-to-day site operations and coordinate all trades and subcontractors
- Ensure all works meet the highest luxury/super prime finish standards
- Review technical drawings, specifications, and design details
- Identify and resolve construction and technical challenges proactively

Quality Assurance:
- Maintain rigorous quality control processes at all stages of construction
- Ensure finishes and detailing meet client expectations for high-end and super prime projects
- Coordinate with designers and specialists to achieve bespoke outcomes

Health, Safety & Compliance:
- Enforce strict adherence to health & safety regulations and company policies
- Manage risk assessments, method statements, and site safety procedures
- Ensure all compliance documentation is maintained and up to date

Team Leadership:
- Lead, mentor, and motivate site teams, including Site Managers and Supervisors
- Manage subcontractors and ensure performance standards are met
- Foster a collaborative, high-performance culture on site

Key Skills & Experience:
Essential:
- Proven experience as a number one Project Manager on site
- Demonstrable track record delivering bespoke, high-end, luxury, or super prime projects
- Experience managing projects in the -1m5m value range
- Strong understanding of high-spec finishes, detailing, and design-led construction
- Excellent commercial awareness and budget management capability
- Ability to interpret complex drawings and specifications
- Proven ability to deliver projects to programme and quality expectations

Desirable:
- Experience working within prime or super prime London residential markets
- Construction-related qualification (Degree, HNC, HND, or equivalent)
- SMSTS, CSCS (Black Card preferred), and First Aid certification
- Experience working with high-net-worth clients and private residential schemes

If you are a Project Manager that is organised, proactive, and able to manage multiple priorities while staying calm under pressure with strong problem solving skills, we are looking for you. Please apply today.

Eden Brown is committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer.