Construction Project Manager

Get Staffed Online Recruitment Limited; City Of London; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A construction management firm is seeking a Construction Project Manager to oversee projects involving restoration and maintenance of historic buildings in London. The ideal candidate will have strong site management experience, an SMSTS qualification, and a proactive approach. Company benefits include 25 days annual leave, pension contributions, and additional holidays. Apply with an up-to-date CV.

Benefits

25 days annual leave

8 Days Bank Holiday leave

Minimum of 1 week Christmas closure

Your birthday off

Group Personal pension scheme

Life Assurance Scheme

Qualifications

• MUST HAVE construction site management experience.
• MUST HAVE previous experience of project management.
• MUST HAVE Site Management Safety Training Scheme (SMSTS) qualification.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert advice to clients throughout the project lifecycle.
• Assist with managing site teams to ensure compliance with health & safety.
• Oversee project delivery to meet high-quality standards.

Skills

Construction site management experience

Project management experience

Site Management Safety Training Scheme (SMSTS) qualification

Strong leadership skills

Excellent communication skills

Problem-solving abilities

Education

Degree in Building Surveying, Construction Management, Quantity Surveying, or related field

Job description

Overview

Role: Construction Project Manager

Location: Our client's Offices, (NW10)

Travel in and around Greater London is expected.

Over the last decade the company has grown significantly and continues to expand its portfolio of works. As part of this growth the need for a Project Manager has been identified to ensure the delivery of projects whilst initiating improvements to service, quality, and operational efficiency.

Role purpose

The role purpose is to cost, plan, coordinate and oversee projects involving restoration, and maintenance taking place on prestigious and historic buildings in London. The role will provide an oversight and management of contractors, various trade workers and company employees. The role requires solid experience of working on and managing construction sites and the teams on them whilst reporting and tracking project progress, undertaking quality control and ensuring all relevant permits and licences are obtained.

This post will be expected to be a key contact with clients at site providing comprehensive liaison on all project related matters. Furthermore, ensuring day-to-day management of the site client satisfaction and best reputational and financial return for the company through regular site visits across London.

Key responsibilities

• Provide expert advice to clients throughout the project lifecycle from conception to completion
• Assist with managing site teams to ensure compliance with health & safety, staffing, and materials
• Oversee project delivery to meet high-quality standards and programme objectives
• Identify and report cost variances between budgeted and actual expenses
• Coordinating with third parties, including engineers and architects to ensure project success
• Supervising and managing sub-contractors effectively
• Preparing valuations and final accounts
• Handling administrative and scheduling tasks as required
• Ensuring the Risk Assessments and Method Statements are thoroughly understood and correctly implemented on site

Essential skills and experience

• MUST HAVE Construction site management experience
• MUST HAVE previous experience of project management
• MUST HAVE Site Management Safety Training Scheme (SMSTS) qualification
• Preference for a Degree in Building Surveying, Construction Management, Quantity Surveying, or a related field
• Strong understanding of construction principals, with knowledge of restoration and refurbishment preferred
• Highly motivated with a proactive and dynamic approach to work
• Keen interest in restoration and conservation
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to build and maintain client relationships
• Strong leadership skills, with the ability to build and maintain client relationships
• Strong leadership potential with problem solving abilities
• Positive, solution-orientated mindset

Company Benefits

• 25 days annual leave
• 8 Days Bank Holiday leave
• Minimum of 1 week Christmas closure
• Your birthday off!
• Group Personal pension scheme with Scottish Widows and a 3% employer contribution
• Life Assurance Scheme
• Regular Training

Apply today with an up to date CV.