Project Manager Construction

Project Manager – New Build Education Project
PAYE day rate, possible temp to perm option
Working with main Contractor
Project Completion: 2028

Sphere Solutions are recruiting for an experienced Project Manager to join a major £29m education development in Port Talbot.

This flagship primary school project will deliver a state-of-the-art, net-zero operational facility including teaching accommodation for 420 pupils, nursery provision, ALN facilities and a Welsh-language immersion unit. The scheme is targeting BREEAM Outstanding and will be one of the region’s most sustainable educational developments.

We are looking for a driven Project Manager with proven experience delivering large-scale construction projects from pre-construction through to handover.

Key Responsibilities

* Oversee day-to-day delivery of the project through all construction phases

* Manage programme, subcontractors, quality, commercial awareness and H&S compliance

* Coordinate site teams, client meetings and stakeholder communication

* Ensure works are delivered safely, on time and within budget

* Drive programme performance and maintain high-quality standards throughout

* Work closely with design, commercial and operational teams

Requirements

* Proven experience as a Project Manager on major construction projects

* Background in education, commercial, healthcare or public sector schemes preferred

* Strong leadership and communication skills

* SMSTS, CSCS and First Aid essential

* Ability to manage multiple subcontract packages and site teams

* Experience working with Tier 1 or leading regional contractors advantageous

What’s on Offer

* Long-term flagship project

* Opportunity to work on a high-profile sustainable development

* Excellent career progression within a leading contractor environment

* High possibility for temp to perm placement

For a confidential discussion or to apply, contact Sphere Solutions today