Senior Project Manager – Barratt Major Projects (MADE Partnership)

  • Division
    Group Major Projects / MADE Partnership
  • Vacancy Type
    Permanent
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    Competitive
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What you'll be doing?

Barratt Redrow, Homes England and Lloyds Banking Group joined forces as co-investors to establish MADE Partnership.

MADE Partnership acts as a master developer, managing the development of large-scale projects, taking responsibility for the overall vision and strategy, and coordinating the wide range of stakeholders involved. It assembles the land, manages the planning, installs the primary and community infrastructure, disposes of serviced parcels of land to homebuilders, and ensures robust long-term stewardship is put in place.

In this role you’ll work as part of the Group Major Projects team – the specialist master developer unit within Barratt Redrow Developments which manages the MADE Partnership business on behalf of the investors. We have a pipeline of projects ready to mobilise into delivery.

As a Senior Project Manager within Barratt Major Projects, you will play a key role in delivering complex, large-scale developments through effective planning, coordination, and execution. Working as part of the MADE Partnership, you will help drive the success of our master developer model, ensuring projects are completed on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards. You will work closely with internal teams, external consultants, contractors, and stakeholders to successfully deliver serviced land parcels, complex infrastructure, and strategic master developments.

You will be expected to:

Strategic Planning & Oversight

  • Support the Project Management Director in defining and implementing a comprehensive project delivery strategy that aligns with MADE Partnership’s vision and objectives for master development.
  • Develop and manage comprehensive project plans for the delivery of serviced land parcels covering timelines, resources, risk management, legal considerations, Health & Safety compliance and quality assurance.
  • Work closely with the team to define project objectives and KPIs.

Project Execution & Delivery

  • Manage for the delivery of serviced land parcels through pre-construction, construction, and post-delivery phases, ensuring seamless execution and high-quality outcomes.
  • Oversee and coordinate internal teams, consultants, contractors, and third-party stakeholders to ensure project milestones are met.
  • Manage procurement and contracts for infrastructure works, ensuring best value and high standards of delivery.
  • Implement and oversee risk management processes, proactively identifying and mitigating project risks.
  • Ensure compliance with Health & Safety standards and CDM regulations, identifying and mitigating risks proactively.
  • Drive value management and value engineering initiatives to optimise project efficiency and cost-effectiveness.
  • Oversee the preparation and coordination of land sale packs for land disposals.
  • Ensure legal obligations regulatory requirements, and Health & Safety policies are met throughout the development cycle.

Stakeholder Management

  • Serve as point of contact for external stakeholders, including government agencies, investors, contractors, consultants, and other partners.
  • Facilitate effective communication and decision-making processes between stakeholders to ensure project success.
  • Represent MADE Partnership at meetings, providing clear updates on progress, challenges, and key decisions. 
  • Promote a strong safety culture among stakeholders and contractors, ensuring adherence to company and legal safety standards.

Team Leadership

  • Foster a high-performance culture within the Project Management Team, ensuring continuous development and collaboration.
  • Provide mentoring and support to junior project managers and team members, encouraging their professional growth and development.
  • Report regularly to the Project Management Director, including timely and accurate production of board reports.

Budgeting & Financial Oversight

  • Manage project cost plans for the delivery of serviced land parcels, financial forecasting, and cashflow reporting to ensure alignment with project budgets and business objectives.
  • Support commercial negotiations to maximise value and mitigate risks within the project portfolio.
  • Work with finance teams to manage funding, cash flows, and financial reporting.

Compliance & Risk Management

  • Ensure all project governance and compliance requirements are met, adhering to industry standards, regulations, and company policies.
  • Maintain accurate and up-to-date project records, including financial reports, risk registers, and programme schedules.
  • Lead and participate in project review meetings, ensuring effective communication of project status and key actions.
  • Develop and maintain risk management protocols, identifying potential issues before they escalate.

Innovation & Best Practice

  • Promote and implement best practices in project management, seeking opportunities to improve processes and outcomes.
  • Stay informed of industry trends, emerging technologies, and sustainable development practices to enhance project delivery.

To be successful in the role, we are looking for:
  • Proven track record of delivering large-scale, complex development projects within a master developer, consultancy or infrastructure-led environment.
  • Comprehensive understanding of highways, drainage, utility, earthworks and other technical disciplines required to facilitate the delivery of large development projects, including relative legislation and legal processes.
  • Strong knowledge of the development lifecycle, from land acquisition and planning through to infrastructure delivery and land disposal.
  • Experience managing project cost plans for the delivery of serviced land parcels, financial forecasting, and cashflow reporting.
  • Degree-qualified in a relevant discipline (e.g., Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Planning) and/or chartered membership of a relevant professional body (MICE, MRICS, MCIOB, MAPM).
  • Strong leadership, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills.
  • Excellent commercial awareness and financial acumen, with experience managing project budgets and cost controls.
  • In-depth knowledge of construction contracts, procurement processes, and risk management methodologies.
  • High proficiency in project management tools such as MS Project, Asta Powerproject, and relevant industry software.
  • Ability to thrive under pressure, make effective decisions, and drive project success in a fast-paced environment.
  • Strong communication and report-writing skills, with the ability to engage and influence at all levels.

Core Competencies

  • Leadership & Accountability – Takes ownership of project outcomes, ensuring excellence in execution.
  • Collaboration & Stakeholder Engagement – Builds effective relationships and fosters a teamwork-driven culture.
  • Commercial & Strategic Thinking – Demonstrates strong commercial acumen and a strategic mindset.
  • Problem-Solving & Decision-Making – Identifies solutions, mitigates risks, and ensures project success.
  • Innovation & Continuous Improvement – Proactively seeks opportunities to enhance project delivery and efficiency.
  • Health & Safety Leadership – Drives a proactive safety culture, ensuring compliance and continuous improvement in safety standards.

This is a pivotal role within MADE Partnership, offering the opportunity to lead high-profile developments and contribute to the long-term growth and success of the business. If you are a driven, results-oriented professional with a passion for delivering quality projects, we encourage you to apply.

We’ve been nationally recognised as a 5 star housebuilder since 2010 for supplying high-quality homes for all generations. That’s more than any other major housebuilder. It’s because we combine the brightest minds, the latest technology, and a genuine commitment to putting customers first. We want the best people in the industry to help us shape the future of building. We have tailored opportunities for apprentices, graduates, experienced professionals and ex-Armed Forces personnel to come and help us stay one step ahead, and build the homes that Britain needs.

Barratt adopts a hybrid way of working which assumes that where roles allow, our office-based colleagues divide their time between working in the office, on our construction sites and sales offices, and working from home, as the role dictates.  We recognise the many benefits that an effective hybrid working culture brings to both the Company and our colleagues.

We are building an organisation where anyone with drive and talent can pursue the career they want. We are building a culture where anyone, regardless of gender, race, age, sexuality, disability, background or any other characteristic, can progress and be proud to work for us.

As part of working for Barratt Redrow PLC and specifically for this role we offer:
  • Competitive Salary
  • Competitive Bonus Scheme
  • Private Medical Cover - Family Cover
  • Annual Medical Health Assessment
  • 26 days’ holiday (increase by 1 day for every 3 years’ continuous service up to 29 days)
  • Choice of Flexible Benefits
  • Enhanced Family Friendly Policies
Division: Group Major Projects / MADE Partnership
Location: North West
Positions Available: 1
Closing Date: 10 August 2025
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Our benefits are fit to measure

Today’s housebuilding professional need tomorrow’s benefits, so they’re ready for whatever the future brings. When you join Barratt, you get the kind of support you would expect from a business built for a modern working world.

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Private medical cover

Private healthcare support is available for timely access to a virtual GP, for diagnosis, treatment and more — including physio and talking therapies. You can even add family members.

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Pension

First-class pension schemes with the option of up to 10% employer contributions.

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Annual Health Assessment

All colleagues are able to access a fully funded annual health assessment, helping you to proactively manage your health and wellbeing.

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Financial benefits

As well as a competitive salary, we offer many ways to make life more affordable – from access to employee loans and savings accounts, to house purchase discounts.

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Lifestyle benefits

Cycle to Work scheme, reduced hotel rate, discounts at major retailers… These make a massive difference to the quality of your lifestyle.

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So much more…

From death in service, paid volunteer and study leave, enhanced family friendly policies (including our Parents and Carers leave) to a share buying scheme, we have an incredible range of additional benefits.

About Group Major Projects / MADE Partnership

In 2024, Barratt Redrow, Homes England and Lloyds Banking Group joined forces as co-investors to establish MADE Partnership. MADE Partnership acts as a master developer, managing the development of large-scale projects, taking responsibility for the overall vision and strategy, and coordinating the wide range of stakeholders involved. It assembles the land, manages the planning, installs the primary and community infrastructure, disposes of serviced parcels of land to homebuilders, and ensures robust long-term stewardship is put in place.

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Senior Project Manager – Barratt Major Projects (MADE Partnership)

  • Division
    Group Major Projects / MADE Partnership
  • Vacancy Type
    Permanent
  • Advertising Salary
    Competitive