Senior Project Manager

Technical Project Manager / Senior Technical Project Manager / Associate Location: Leicestershire (Flexible Working Available) Salary: £65,000 – £80,000 + Bonus + Benefits The Opportunity A growing land and development consultancy is seeking a Senior Technical Project Manager / Associate to lead the technical delivery of residential and mixed-use development projects across the UK. This is a senior appointment offering a genuine pathway to Director level , providing the opportunity to shape technical delivery, support business growth and influence the long-term direction of the business. You will act as the senior technical lead across multiple infrastructure-led developments, managing design coordination, statutory approvals, infrastructure delivery and stakeholder engagement from pre-construction through to the commencement of works on site. Role Overview You will take ownership of the technical and project management functions across a diverse portfolio of developments, including:

• Strategic residential infrastructure

• Mixed residential and commercial schemes

• Pre-construction technical coordination

• Infrastructure agreements and statutory approvals This role combines hands-on project delivery with leadership responsibility, commercial input and client relationship management. Key Responsibilities Technical & Design Coordination

• Act as the primary technical lead for clients and multidisciplinary consultant teams.

• Lead infrastructure design development and manage statutory approvals, including S278, S38, S104 and S184 agreements .

• Oversee the design and coordination of roads, drainage, utilities, earthworks and associated infrastructure.

• Chair technical meetings and coordinate engineering and design teams.

• Prepare and manage technical documentation, including infrastructure delivery plans and design strategies. Project & Programme Management

• Develop and manage project execution plans and technical delivery programmes.

• Coordinate approved designs with client, contractor and delivery teams.

• Support contractor procurement activities and ensure compliance with technical standards.

• Chair project meetings and maintain robust governance and reporting procedures.

• Monitor programme performance and proactively manage project risks. Cost & Risk Management

• Provide technical input into cost planning and value optimisation.

• Identify, assess and mitigate technical and programme risks.

• Advise clients on technical variations and their commercial implications.

• Support the successful delivery of projects within agreed budgets and timescales. Stakeholder Management

• Build strong working relationships with local authorities, statutory undertakers, consultants and contractors.

• Present technical updates clearly and confidently to senior stakeholders.

• Resolve design issues and coordinate technical solutions to maintain programme momentum.

• Ensure effective communication across all project teams throughout the development lifecycle. Business Growth & Leadership

• Support business development initiatives and strengthen existing client relationships.

• Mentor and develop junior members of the technical project management team.

• Contribute to the strategic growth of the business and expansion of the technical service offering.

• Promote best practice and drive continuous improvement across project delivery. Candidate Profile - Essential

• Degree qualified in Civil Engineering (or a related discipline), or an equivalent Project Management qualification.

• Minimum of five years' experience in technical project management within residential development, infrastructure or land development.

• Strong understanding of UK planning processes and technical approval procedures.

• Experience managing infrastructure agreements, including S278, S38, S104 and related approvals .

• Proven ability to lead multidisciplinary consultant teams.

• Excellent commercial awareness with strong decision-making and problem-solving skills. Desirable

• Experience working with residential developers or land promoters.

• Knowledge of NEC and/or JCT contract suites.

• Experience producing bespoke technical documentation and reports.

• Proficiency with AutoCAD, MS Project and/or BIM platforms. What's on Offer

• Salary of £65,000 – £80,000 (dependent on experience)

• Annual bonus of up to 10%

• 25 days' annual leave plus bank holidays

• Pension scheme

• Life assurance

• Professional membership fees paid

• Flexible working arrangements

• Clear pathway to Director level

Why Apply? This is an excellent opportunity to join a growing consultancy where you'll have the autonomy to make a genuine impact while progressing your career into senior leadership. You'll have the opportunity to:

• Influence technical delivery standards across major developments.
• Build long-term relationships with leading developer and landowner clients.
• Play an active role in the strategic growth of the business.
• Progress towards Director level within a supportive and ambitious consultancy.