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