May 02, 2026
Project Manager - Education Sector (Freelance / No.1 Lead) | Essex / East Anglia
We are currently seeking an experienced Freelance Project Manager (Number 1 Lead) to take full responsibility for the delivery of education sector projects with a leading UK main contractor across Essex and East Anglia.
This is a senior, site-based role requiring a strong leader who can take ownership of both pre-construction and on-site delivery, acting as the key decision-maker and client-facing lead throughout the project lifecycle.
🔹 Project Overview
Sector: Education (schools - new build & refurbishment)
Location: Essex / East Anglia region
Project values: £5m - £50m+
Role: Freelance / Contract - No.1 Project Lead
Environment: Live school sites, phased delivery, term-time constraints
Key Responsibilities
Act as Number 1 Project Lead, taking full responsibility for project delivery from pre-construction through to handover
Lead and manage all pre-construction activities, including...
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Chelmsford, Essex
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