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Senior Project Manager - Oxford\nLocation: Oxfordshire\nSalary: Up to £90,000 DOE + Car Allowance + Pension\nSpecialism: Construction, Building Projects\n\nSenior Project Manager Oxford - Major Projects\n\nA well‑established and highly regarded main contractor is seeking to appoint an experienced Senior Project Manager / Contracts Manager to join their Oxfordshire operation. This is a critical senior appointment within the business, supporting a strong pipeline of client‑led, negotiated projects typically ranging from £10m to £30m.\nThe contractor works closely with repeat clients across a range of complex building projects and places strong emphasis on early engagement, collaboration and pre‑construction excellence. This role is key to maintaining those relationships and ensuring consistent delivery at a senior level.\n\nThis opportunity would suit an established Senior Project Manager ready to step into a broader role, or an experienced Contracts Manager with strong pre‑construction exposure.\n\nThe Role\nAs Senior Project Manager / Contracts Manager, you will take full responsibility for the delivery of major schemes from pre‑construction through to completion, acting as a senior figure within the project and regional leadership teams.\n\nKey responsibilities include:\n\nManaging client‑led, negotiated projects (£10m-£30m)\nLeading pre‑construction activities including design development, buildability, programming and procurement input\nTaking ownership of programme, quality, H&S and overall project performance\nActing as the primary point of contact for clients, consultants and internal stakeholders\nManaging and supporting Project Managers, Site Teams and supply chain partners\nWorking closely with commercial teams to ensure cost control and commercial success\nContributing to work‑winning, early engagement and strategic planning where required \n\nWhat We're Looking For\n\nProven experience as a Senior Project Manager or Contracts Manager within main contracting\nStrong background delivering complex projects between £10m-£30m\nDemonstrable pre‑construction and early‑stage project experience\nExperience working on negotiated or repeat‑client schemes\nStrong leadership, communication and client‑facing skills\nCommercially aware with the confidence to operate in a senior, influential positionPackage\n\nSalary up to £90,000 (DOE)\nCar allowance\nPension scheme\nPerformance‑related benefits\nLong‑term, senior role within a stable and well‑respected contractor \n\nHow to Apply\nIf you are interested in this opportunity, please apply via the link or contact James Mitchell at Hays for a confidential discussion.\nHays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers.

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