Project Manager (Industrial & Logistics)
Meet Our Recruiter
About the Role
Cobalt is working with a highly regarded UK property developer to recruit a Project Manager to join their delivery team, focusing on large-scale industrial and logistics projects across the country. This is an excellent opportunity to play a key role in bringing major developments from conception through to completion.
The Organisation
This established developer has built a strong reputation for creating high-quality, sustainable industrial and logistics schemes. Their work spans from speculative multi-unit developments to bespoke design-and-build logistics hubs for blue-chip occupiers. The company offers a collaborative culture, a strong pipeline of projects, and the opportunity to influence major UK regeneration and employment sites.
The Role
As Project Manager, you'll oversee projects through all phases of the development cycle - from pre-construction through to practical completion - ensuring that programmes are delivered on time, within budget, and to a best-in-class standard.
Key responsibilities include:
- Managing industrial and logistics projects across multiple sites, ensuring delivery to specification and budget.
- Coordinating design, planning, and construction teams to achieve smooth project execution.
- Overseeing external consultants and contractors, ensuring alignment with programme milestones.
- Supporting pre-acquisition and feasibility work with technical and delivery insight.
- Reporting on progress, risks, and value engineering opportunities.
Skills & Experience Required
- A proven track record in managing large industrial or logistics construction projects.
- Working knowledge of JCT and/or Design & Build contracts.
- Strong stakeholder management and leadership skills.
- The ability to balance commercial understanding with technical and delivery expertise.
- Professional qualifications such as MRICS, MAPM, or MCIOB are advantageous but not essential.
Why Apply?
This is a chance to join a forward-thinking developer with a commitment to sustainability, innovation, and high-quality delivery. You'll be part of a close-knit team with a reputation for shaping some of the UK's most successful industrial and logistics schemes.
Interviews are being arranged shortly, so apply now to avoid missing out.
Due to the volume of applications received, if you don't hear back from us, please assume your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion. If you require any adjustments or additional support during the recruitment process for any reason whatsoever, please let your Cobalt consultant know.
