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Pyramid8 are recruiting for an experienced and proactive Project Manager with a solid background in residential construction and damp proofing to join our growing team. The ideal candidate will bring a unique combination of hands-on construction experience (5–10 years on the tools) and office-based project management expertise (minimum 5 years), enabling them to lead and manage up to 40 concurrent projects, each valued between £1,000 to £60,000.

This is a dynamic, office-based role that will require clear communication, strong process management skills, and the ability to coordinate with multiple stakeholders in both commercial and social housing environments.

Key Responsibilities

* Manage end-to-end project delivery for multiple construction projects across damp proofing, timber/concrete floor replacements, kitchens, bathrooms, rewires, and structural works.

* Oversee project planning, budgeting, and execution, ensuring on-time and within-budget delivery.

* Collaborate with a range of stakeholders including tradespeople, office staff, commercial clients, and housing associations.

* Maintain and update project data in CRM systems

* Develop, review, and improve operational processes and project workflows.

* Monitor project KPIs and ensure all compliance and accountability requirements are met.

* Conduct regular communication with site teams and clients to provide updates, manage expectations, and resolve issues proactively.

* Act as a liaison between office and site, earning respect through practical knowledge and credible leadership.

* Foster long-term relationships with commercial and social housing clients.

Required Experience & Skills

* 5–10 years hands-on experience in residential construction, ideally including damp proofing.

* 5+ years experience in an office-based project management role.

* Proven background managing complex residential construction projects with multiple workstreams.

* In-depth understanding of:

* Damp proofing and remedial works

* Timber and concrete floor replacements

* Kitchen and bathroom refurbishments

* Full property rewires

* Structural building works

* Strong IT skills: proficient in MS Office Suite, especially Excel, Word, and Outlook.

* Experience using CRM and project management software (e.g., Pipedrive, Monday).

* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, capable of interacting effectively with both tradesmen and commercial clients.

* Process-oriented with a continuous improvement mindset