Senior Project Manager
Senior Project Manager
- 11833
- Wigan
- Operations
- Permanent
- Closing on: 27 Nov 2026
- 10000012
- Nikki Reed
- nikki.reed@wates.co.uk
- Grade G - Wates 2026
- Basic DBS plus EL1
Senior Project Manager – HMP Hindley
Major Project | Three-Year Programme | Strong Regional Pipeline
A major project. Three years of delivery ahead. And an exciting pipeline beyond it.
We're looking for an experienced Senior Project Manager to join our team at HMP Hindley, taking a key leadership role in the successful delivery of this significant construction project.
This is an opportunity to get fully embedded in a long-term project, work with an experienced team and have a real impact on delivery. And with a strong pipeline of work across the region, Hindley could be just the start.
The role
As Senior Project Manager, you'll provide strong operational leadership across the project, bringing together the site, commercial, design and supply chain teams to keep delivery moving safely and successfully.
You'll be responsible for:
- Leading the day-to-day delivery of key elements of the project
- Driving programme, quality, safety and commercial performance
- Leading and motivating multidisciplinary project teams
- Working closely with the Senior Planner to maintain programme and manage delivery against key milestones
- Managing and coordinating our supply chain
- Identifying project risks early and driving practical solutions
- Maintaining strong relationships with the client and key stakeholders
- Ensuring high standards of quality and safety throughout delivery
- Creating a collaborative, accountable and high-performing project environment
What we're looking for
You'll be an experienced construction professional who is comfortable taking ownership in a complex project environment.
Ideally, you'll bring:
- Strong Project Management experience within main contracting
- Experience delivering significant construction projects or major packages
- Excellent understanding of construction methodology and project delivery
- Strong leadership and people-management skills
- Good commercial awareness
- The ability to manage programme, risk and competing priorities
- Confidence working with clients, consultants and supply chain partners
- A collaborative approach with the ability to challenge and influence when needed
Above all, we're looking for someone who can lead people, take ownership and drive delivery.
Why Hindley?
This isn't a short-term move.
You'll be joining a major project with around three years of delivery ahead, giving you the opportunity to see the project through, build a strong team and make a visible contribution to its success.
And beyond Hindley, there's an exciting pipeline of work developing across the region, creating longer-term opportunities to continue building your career with the business.
Ready for your next major project? We'd love to hear from you.