Client-Side Project Manager - Building/Construction

Job Title: Client-Side Building & Construction Project Manager (Public Sector)

Location: Liverpool - 4 days onsite

Contract Type: Contract

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About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Client-Side Building & Construction Project Manager to join our team and lead the planning, development, and delivery of building fabric, structural maintenance, and construction projects across a diverse public-sector estate. This role is ideal for professionals who thrive in a client-facing environment, where you will take full ownership of projects from initial concept to completion.

You will manage a portfolio of projects, including operational offices, transport hubs, bus depots, ferry terminals, and other public-facing facilities. Your focus will be on delivering high-quality, compliant, and cost-effective solutions while working closely with stakeholders, consultants, and contractors in live, occupied environments.

Key Responsibilities

• Act as the client-side lead for building fabric refurbishment, structural repairs, and construction projects, including roofing, façades, fire safety upgrades, accessibility improvements, and drainage works.
• Develop and manage project scopes, technical specifications, tender documentation, and governance papers to ensure alignment with public-sector requirements.
• Oversee the work of consultants, contractors, and stakeholders to deliver projects on time, within budget, and to the required standards.
• Conduct condition assessments, lifecycle replacements, and cost estimates to inform project planning and decision-making.
• Ensure all works are delivered safely, compliantly, and in accordance with public-sector procurement and governance frameworks.

Ideal Candidate

We are looking for someone with:

• Proven experience as a client-side Project Manager, preferably within a public-sector, local authority or client led environment.
• A strong track record in building fabric refurbishment, structural repairs, and project delivery in operational settings.
• Experience in producing high-quality project documentation, scopes, and tender information tailored to public-sector needs.
• Knowledge of fire safety upgrades, accessibility improvements, and drainage/external works.
• A solid understanding of project cost, programme, risk, and change control in a client-side capacity.
• The ability to work effectively in live, occupied environments while maintaining safety and compliance.

Rullion celebrates and supports diversity and is committed to ensuring equal opportunities for both employees and applicants.