Senior Project Manager (Construction)

Senior Project Manager (Construction) Salary: £49,492 - £58,226 (dependent on experience) Vehicle: A vehicle will be made available to carry out your duties Contract type: Permanent Hours: Full Time Location description: Home-based within the UK Interview date: To be confirmed Closing Date: 28-09-2025 Reference: 20319 About us Our purpose is simple: to save lives at sea. 24 hours a day, every day, RNLI lifesavers are ready to launch to the rescue. To do this, we rely on first-class facilities, infrastructure and construction projects that directly support our lifesaving mission. Were now looking for an experienced Senior Project Manager to join our Estates team and lead the delivery of complex, high-value capital projects. Some of the benefits - Salary of £49,492 - £58,226 (dependent on experience) - Flexible working - 26 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays - Outstanding pension scheme (contributions of up to 16% of basic salary) - Life assurance - Health and dental cashplan option Your role As a Senior Project Manager, youll take responsibility for the successful delivery of multiple construction and infrastructure projects, often running simultaneously. Youll ensure each project is delivered on time, within budget and to the highest quality standards all while supporting the RNLIs lifesaving goals. Your work will span the full project lifecycle, from scoping and procurement through to handover and benefits realisation. Youll manage contractors and consultants, maintain cost and risk management processes, and ensure compliance with CDM 2015 and other relevant regulations. The RNLI operates its lifesaving service around the coast in the UK and Ireland, and there is a requirement for the Senior Project Manager to undertake travel throughout these areas, dependent on project locations. About you Were looking for someone with: - A degree in Civil/Structural Engineering, Building Studies, or equivalent experience. - A recognised project management qualification (e.g. PRINCE2, APM). - Significant experience and proven success in leading and delivering multiple complex construction or infrastructure projects, ideally with budgets of £3m. - Strong leadership skills with the ability to coach, motivate and inspire others. - Excellent stakeholder management skills, with confidence to engage at all levels, including executive. - The ability to thrive in a fast-paced, multi-project environment. It would also be an advantage if you are Chartered or Incorporated with a professional body such as RICS, CIOB, ICE, or working towards this. So as a Senior Project Manager, youll have the chance to lead high-profile projects in a unique environment, working alongside a supportive and passionate team. This post requires a valid driving licence. Safeguarding The RNLI is committed to safeguarding; protecting a persons health, wellbeing, and human rights, enabling them to live free from harm, abuse, and neglect. We expect all employees and volunteers to share this commitment and have a zero-tolerance approach. The suitability of all prospective employees and volunteers will be assessed during the recruitment process in line with this commitment. This will include relevant criminal record checks being carried out, dependent on the eligibility of the role. (England & Wales; DBS check, Scotland; Disclosure Scotland PVG, Northern Ireland; Access NI, Republic of Ireland; Garda Vetting; International, International Child Protection Certificate process). Diversity at the RNLI Our staff and volunteers have been saving lives at sea without prejudice for 200 years. We respect and value diversity of background, skills and perspectives within our teams, and consider it essential to help us deliver a world-class lifesaving service. We are an inclusive organisation and welcome applications from everyone. In addition to having the skills needed for the role, we also look for applicants who share our commitment to living our RNLI values (trustworthy, courageous, selfless, and dependable), and helping us work towards Our Vision: To save Every One.

Location: UK, GB

Posted Date: 9/18/2025