Senior Construction Project Manager - BrightonThe Role:

PLEASE NOTE: This role requires experience in the Construction Sector

This is a pivotal appointment for a Senior Construction Project Manager looking to play a leading role in the continued growth of our client's projects in the Brighton area. You will be the technical anchor for significant developments, with a specific focus on Mixed Use, Residential, Commercial Schemes. Our client is a Construction Consultancy organisation so they are seeking someone with this background.

Our client offers a collaborative, high-momentum environment. They are seeking a confident leader who can operate as a visible, reliable point of contact for clients, managing both complex project delivery and the strategic development of the local team. This position will be reporting to the director in a regional office so limited travel to the office is required, but site visits will be required in the Brighton Area.

Key Responsibilities of the Senior Project Manager- Construction Consultancy

• Project Leadership: Own the full project life-cycle, ensuring compliance with time, budget, and quality standards.
• Client Engagement: Act as the primary liaison, driving repeat business through strong relationships and local market knowledge.
• Commercial & Contractual Management: Provide technical consultancy across pre- and post-contract stages; manage complex contracts, including NEC, JCT, and ICC .
• Risk & Control: Proactively identify and mitigate project risks; manage budgets, cost control, and value engineering.
• Team Development: Support the Project Management Partner by mentoring and developing junior team members, fostering a collaborative office culture.

Candidate Profile

We are looking for a proactive professional who possesses the following:

• Sector Specialism: Strong, demonstrable experience within some or all of the following construction sectors Mixed Use, Commercial, Residential, Education, Healthcare, Infrastructure, Civils
• Professional Background: Proven experience in a construction consultancy or client-side project management environment.
• A Construction Related Degree Qualification
• Technical Qualifications: Ideally will hold a professional qualification (MCIOB, MRICS, MAPM, or equivalent).
• Skills: Expert in managing multiple stakeholders and high-level project teams. Proficiency in scheduling tools (Asta Power Project / MS Project) is highly advantageous.

Salary & Rewards Package

• Salary: Competitive, £50,000 – £65,000 (D.O.E.).
• Annual Leave: 30 days plus bank holidays.
• Pension: 6% employer contribution.
• Benefits: 3x Life Cover, paid professional membership fees, mobile, laptop, and mileage allowance.
• Career Growth: Structured development pathways within a rapidly growing office.

About Stafford Lawrence Ltd

Stafford Lawrence is a specialist recruiter for the construction consultancy sector. We operate with total transparency and strict GDPR compliance. Your CV will only be forwarded to our client following a one-to-one consultation and your explicit, prior permission.