Construction - Project Manager

Whitbread Plc; Dunstable; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading hospitality company in the UK is seeking an experienced Project Manager to oversee its ambitious property development programme. This role involves managing multiple complex projects, ensuring delivery on time and within budget. The successful candidate will work collaboratively with teams across the organization to develop project plans and monitor progress. Requirements include a proven track record in project management, experience in construction or property, and proficiency in methodologies like PRINCE2 and Agile.

Qualifications

• Proven track record in managing complex projects.
• Previous experience within Construction or Property.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate multiple projects simultaneously.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define scope and objectives.
• Develop and maintain project plans, schedules, and budgets.

Skills

Project management

Communication

Stakeholder management

Budget management

Risk management

Tools

PRINCE2

Agile

MS Project

Job description

We're seeking an experienced Project Manager to join our ambitious property development programme in the North of the UK. As part of our Accelerated Growth Plan (AGP), you'll play a pivotal role in refurbishing existing hotels and delivering hotel extensions that shape our portfolio for the future.

You'll take ownership of complex, large-scale initiatives, ensuring projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest standards of quality. Working closely with colleagues across the business and external partners, you'll balance multiple priorities, foster collaboration across teams, and drive seamless delivery from inception through to completion.

What you'll do

• Lead and coordinate multiple projects simultaneously, with focus on AGP - Conversion and Knockdown volumes.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams and stakeholders to define scope, objectives, and deliverables.
• Develop and maintain project plans, schedules, and budgets across all initiatives.
• Monitor progress, identify risks, and implement effective mitigation strategies.
• Report regularly on project status, escalating challenges when necessary.
• Ensure compliance with organisational processes and quality standards.
• Proven track record in managing complex projects
• Previous experience within Construction or Property
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities.
• Large scale complex budget management
• Proficiency in project management tools and methodologies (PRINCE2, Agile, MS Project).