Independent project management and cost consultancy across construction sectors in UK & Europe.
Develop and maintain client and third-party relationships to support repeat business
Proactive reporting across design, cost, time, safety, and quality
Document, minute, and track project meeting outcomes
Address conflicts promptly and escalate unresolved issues
Meeting management
Assist with programme development and performance tracking
As a Senior Program Manager at Cumming Group, you will work alongside experienced teams delivering industry-leading projects and programmes. You will gain broad industry exposure, develop your skillset, and take on real responsibility to deliver high-quality construction project and program management services.
Document, minute, and track actions from project meetings
Support financial progress tracking and provide required information
Ensure the project has been reviewed and closed out in line with best practice, statutory requirements (BCAR & Compliance), and client expectations
Develop and manage relationships with contractors, design teams, client representatives, and other stakeholders
Assist in developing scope of work, priorities, and KPIs
Assist in developing the Project Execution Plan; seek clarification when required
With line management guidance, take the lead in preparing, reviewing, and recommending Design Team RFPs and appointments
Liaise with third parties as required and escalate concerns where necessary
Support and, where appropriate, lead the active management of construction progress
Liaise with team members and ensure deliverables are being met; escalate concerns as needed
Maintain weekly timesheets and manage actual time against planned resourcing
Interact professionally with client staff and provide updates in line with project requirements
Assist with procurement strategy development and manage the process to ensure best value
Demonstrable experience in Client-Side Project Management is essential
Strong interpersonal skills
Goal setting and prioritisation
Compliance and risk awareness
Understand key design, value engineering, and statutory consent processes and support management in these areas
Presentation skills
Technical knowledge
Time management
IT literacy
Understand H&S obligations in design and construction
Programming/scheduling skills (MS Project preferred)
7+ years Construction Project Management experience
We offer strong career progression opportunities and a learning-focused culture where training and knowledge sharing are encouraged.