Job title: Senior ELV Project Manager
Job type: Permanent
Emp type: Full-time
Industry: Building and Construction
Functional Expertise: Engineering
Skills: BMS ELV CNS IT Security
Salary type: Annual
Salary: Dependent upon experience
Location: London
Job published: 30-07-2026
Job ID: 40195

Job Description

BMS | Security | Smart Buildings | CNS & ICT Infrastructure

Deliver Projects That Define London's Future Buildings

We are seeking a commercially astute and delivery-focused Senior Project Manager to lead the successful execution of major Building Management Systems, Security and Smart Building Infrastructure projects.

This is a career-defining opportunity for a senior project professional who thrives in client-facing environments and wants genuine influence over project delivery, business performance and future growth.

The Role

Reporting to senior leadership, you will take full ownership of the operational, commercial and delivery performance of major projects from award through to successful handover.

You will be trusted to lead client engagement, project strategy, commercial management, programme performance and resource planning whilst managing key stakeholder relationships across the project lifecycle.

This role offers substantial visibility, responsibility and progression potential.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Project Leadership

  • Lead the delivery of major BMS, Security and ICT infrastructure projects
  • Ensure projects are delivered safely, profitably and on programme
  • Develop delivery strategies and project execution plans
  • Drive performance across all project stages

Client Relationship Management

  • Act as the senior client representative
  • Develop long-term relationships with key stakeholders
  • Manage communication at all levels
  • Provide executive-level project reporting

Commercial Ownership

  • Manage project P&L performance
  • Drive margin protection and cash flow
  • Lead change management and variation processes
  • Support commercial negotiations and final account settlement

Team Leadership

  • Lead Project Managers, Engineering Teams and Specialist Subcontractors
  • Mentor and develop project personnel
  • Promote accountability, collaboration and excellence

Health, Safety & Quality

  • Champion industry-leading standards
  • Ensure compliance with all company and statutory requirements
  • Lead a culture focused on safe delivery and continuous improvement

What We're Looking For

We are keen to speak with experienced Senior Project Managers who have successfully delivered complex construction or technology projects within:

  • BMS
  • Smart Buildings
  • Building Automation
  • Electronic Security
  • ICT Infrastructure
  • MEP
  • Critical Environments
  • Data Centres

You'll bring:

  • A proven track record delivering high-value projects
  • Exceptional stakeholder management skills
  • Strong commercial acumen
  • Experience leading multidisciplinary teams
  • Excellent communication and leadership capabilities
  • The ability to build confidence with both clients and delivery teams

Qualifications

Essential

  • SMSTS
  • Relevant industry experience

Desirable

  • Degree, HNC or HND in a related discipline
  • APM, PMP or PRINCE2
  • CSCS Black Card or PQP Card
  • IOSH or NEBOSH

What's In It For You?

  • Leadership role on flagship London developments
  • High degree of autonomy and trust
  • Exposure to cutting-edge smart building technologies

Apply Now

If you've successfully led major BMS, Security, Smart Building or ICT infrastructure projects and you're ready for a role where you can genuinely influence outcomes, we'd like to hear from you.

Confidential conversations are welcomed.

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You must have a Right To Work in the UK - No sponsorship is available

Please note that unfortunately any applicants without the relevant work experience, or the Right To Work in the UK will be unsuccessful.

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