Senior Project Manager – Capital Projects?? Location: West London?? Contract: 6–9 Months (Inside IR35)?? Day Rate: £450.00 – £550.00 (Umbrella)�? Sector: Local Authority – Residential, Commercial & Regeneration ProjectsAn opportunity has arisen for an experienced Senior Project Manager to lead the delivery of complex capital projects for a local authority in West London. You’ll be managing major construction and refurbishment schemes that are central to the borough’s regeneration and service transformation ambitions.This is a hands-on role, ideal for someone who’s confident overseeing high-value, multi-phase developments—ensuring they’re delivered to a high standard, on time and on budget.The RoleYou’ll be responsible for end-to-end project delivery, working with internal teams, external consultants, and contractors to ensure successful outcomes. Projects will vary in scale and complexity but will all have one thing in common: delivering long-lasting benefit to local communities.Key responsibilities include:

Managing the full lifecycle of major construction and refurbishment projects
Leading project teams and consultants to deliver high-quality, value-for-money results
Overseeing procurement, contract management and performance monitoring
Ensuring compliance with statutory and council requirements
Reporting to senior stakeholders and deputising for the Programme Director when needed
Managing risks, budgets, and stakeholder relationships effectively
Ensuring appropriate community engagement and consultation throughout
Leading delivery of key contracts from early design through to handover
Supporting wider capital delivery programmes as required

What We’re Looking ForYou’ll need to be a confident project leader with strong experience managing large-scale capital projects—ideally within a local authority or public sector setting.We're looking for someone who can bring:

A relevant degree (e.g. construction, engineering, or project management) or equivalent experience
Professional accreditation such as PRINCE2, APM or CIOB (Practitioner level preferred)
Experience delivering major capital projects through all RIBA stages
Strong knowledge of construction contracts (e.g. JCT, NEC) and procurement routes
The ability to manage budgets, track progress and mitigate project risks
Excellent communication skills and the ability to work across departments, elected members and communities
Experience working in politically sensitive or high-profile environments
Strong leadership skills and the ability to manage both people and consultants effectively
A collaborative approach with a focus on delivering outcomes that reflect local needs

This is a great opportunity to join a committed and ambitious team, delivering projects that will make a real difference across the borough.If you have the skill and experience as a Senior Project Manager within Capital Projects submit your CV for review. Interviews to take place ASAP with a view to an immediate start.

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