Project Manager - Demolitions

Project Manager – Demolition

Location: London‐based preferred (projects located nationwide)
Salary: Up to £70,000 + benefits
Type: Permanent

About the Company

We are recruiting on behalf of a UK‐wide specialist construction services business with strong capabilities in demolition, groundworks, civil engineering, RC frames, remediation and enabling works.

• Turnover: ~£160-£180 million in the latest full financial year. 

• The business is expanding its reach, investing heavily in plant & machinery, regional growth, and diversifying into infrastructure, ports, airports and renewable energy sectors. 

Landmark & Notable Projects

Here are some of the major schemes and landmark works the company has been involved in, showing the type and scale of projects you may be working on:

• Bristol Airport multi-storey car park — delivery of a four-level parking facility for over 2,000 spaces. 

• Ardersier Port Development in Scotland — awarded civil engineering package by Haventus. 

• Oval Village regeneration (South London) — redeveloping the site of the historic gas holder, delivering mixed residential & affordable housing, preserving heritage whilst delivering modern structures. 

• Other infrastructure & enabling works such as river wall reconstructions, large residential frame & enabling work schemes in London (Marian Place, White City, Barking Riverside, etc.). 

The Role

This role will suit someone who has worked “in the tools,” is familiar with demolition machinery and plant operations, understands the paperwork side of projects, and is ready to lead full demolition / high‐reach projects. Key responsibilities will include:

• Managing demolition projects (full demolition, high-reach) valued between £250,000 - £1,000,000, from planning to handover.

• Reading, interpreting, and working to the project programme; managing changes, risks and delays.

• Handling required paperwork: risk assessments, method statements, permits, compliance, cost tracking, change orders etc.

• Coordinating site operations, plant & machinery, subcontractors, quality and safety compliance.

• Travelling to sites across the UK as required, though being London-based is preferred.

Candidate Requirements

Essential:

• Strong hands-on demolition experience + familiarity with machinery / plant.

• Exposure to project paperwork and compliance requirements (RAMS, permits, safety, etc.).

• Ability to read & interpret programmes / schedules.

• Experience or ability to manage projects in the £250k-£1m value range.

• Leadership, communication, organisational skills.

Desirable:

• Based in London or nearby.

• High-reach demolition experience.

• Looking to step into full PM role from site management / assistant PM role.

What’s on Offer

• Salary up to £70,000 depending on experience.

• A challenging and varied portfolio of demolition and enabling works, on projects across the country.

• Strong investment in plant, machinery, safety & compliance.

• Opportunity for growth and career development in a business with strong financial footing and a growing national profile.

Please get in touch. Mob: +44 (0) 7903063892 | Email: k.dickson@calco.co.uk