Assistant Construction Project Manager

Bennett & Game Recruitment Ltd.; Winchester; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

25 days holiday

Private health insurance

Pension scheme

Car allowance

Professional membership

Discretionary bonus

Relaxed environment

Job summary

Bennett & Game Recruitment Ltd. is seeking a Construction Project Manager in the Winchester area to lead projects from inception to completion, liaising with clients and teams across the supply chain.

The role offers hybrid working, a competitive salary, health cover, pension, a car allowance and bonus potential within a growing SME where your contributions are visible and valued.

Qualifications

• Lead and manage construction projects from inception through to completion.
• Strong client-facing experience and ability to manage relationships confidently.
• Excellent communication and report-writing skills with attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage construction projects from inception through to completion
• Act as a key point of contact for clients, contractors, consultants and wider project stakeholders
• Coordinate multidisciplinary consultant teams and manage project delivery against agreed programmes and budgets
• Prepare and manage project programmes, reports, meeting documentation and key project deliverables
• Undertake Contract Administrator and Employer's Agent duties under JCT contracts
• Monitor contractor performance and project progress, providing clear updates to clients and stakeholders
• Support feasibility studies, procurement, design development and construction delivery
• Develop and maintain strong, trusted client relationships and contribute to repeat business opportunities
• Provide commercially focused project management support, with the opportunity to assist with Quantity Surveying duties where required

Skills

Project management

Client-facing

Communication

Organisation

Report writing

Microsoft Project

Education

RICS or equivalent qualification

Tools

Microsoft Project

Job description

Job Profile for Construction Project Manager

Job Profile for Construction Project Manager 47924 Position: Construction Project ManagerLocation: Winchester AreaSalary: £50,000 - £70,000 DOEBennett & Game are representing a privately owned quantity surveying and project management consultancy who are seeking a Construction Project Manager to join their growing team.

The business provides project management, quantity surveying, project monitoring and wider construction consultancy services across the UK. Their project portfolio covers residential, commercial, defence, industrial, marine and other specialist sectors, with typical projects around the £5m mark and opportunities to become involved with larger schemes as the business continues to grow.

This is a great opportunity for a Project Manager who wants genuine ownership and variety rather than being one small part of a much larger consultancy team. You will work closely with clients, contractors and consultant teams, managing projects through the full lifecycle and developing long-term client relationships. The business offers a relaxed but professional environment, hybrid working and the opportunity to work across a broad range of projects while being part of a growing SME where your contribution is visible and valued.

Salary & Benefits

• £50,000 - £70,000 salary DOE
• Hybrid working
• 25 days' holiday plus bank holidays
• Private health insurance
• Pension scheme
• Car allowance
• Professional membership subscription paid
• Discretionary performance bonus
• Relaxed, modern and professional working environment

Construction Project Manager Position Overview

• Lead and manage construction projects from inception through to completion
• Act as a key point of contact for clients, contractors, consultants and wider project stakeholders
• Coordinate multidisciplinary consultant teams and manage project delivery against agreed programmes and budgets
• Prepare and manage project programmes, reports, meeting documentation and key project deliverables
• Undertake Contract Administrator and Employer's Agent duties under JCT contracts
• Monitor contractor performance and project progress, providing clear updates to clients and stakeholders
• Support feasibility studies, procurement, design development and construction delivery
• Develop and maintain strong, trusted client relationships and contribute to repeat business opportunities
• Provide commercially focused project management support, with the opportunity to assist with Quantity Surveying duties where required

Construction Project Manager Position Requirements

• Previous construction project management experience gained within a consultancy or client-side environment is essential
• Experience managing projects through the full project lifecycle
• Strong client-facing experience with the ability to manage relationships confidently
• Experience of Contract Administration and/or Employer's Agent duties under JCT contracts would be advantageous
• Good understanding of construction programmes, procurement and project delivery
• Commercially focused with an understanding of cost control and wider Quantity Surveying principles
• Strong communication, organisational and report-writing skills
• Microsoft Project experience
• RICS, APM or another relevant professional qualification would be advantageous but is not essential
• Ambitious, proactive and self-motivated with a personable approach and the ability to work effectively within a growing consultancy