Construction Project Manager

TGS International Group; Manchester; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading project management firm in Manchester is seeking a Project Manager to oversee the operational delivery of projects. You will provide strong leadership, ensure compliance with safety and quality standards, and maintain strong client relationships. Candidates should have a degree or significant experience, relevant project management certification, and proficiency in digital tools. This role is essential for delivering high standards of service and profitability.

Qualifications

• Degree-level qualification or 10+ years of relevant experience.
• Valid Driving License.
• Relevant industry accreditations (e.g., RCDD, Project Manager, CTPM).
• Strong digital literacy: PowerPoint, Excel, Word, Office 365 & Google Workspace.
• Understanding of IP networking and associated equipment/devices.

Responsibilities

• Provide visible Health & Safety leadership for projects.
• Lead, motivate, and develop the project delivery team.
• Monitor project financial performance and provide input to reviews.
• Maintain strong client relationships to drive repeat business.
• Ensure successful completion following quality, cost, and time targets.

Skills

Health & Safety leadership

Project financial management

Client relationship management

Digital literacy (PowerPoint, Excel, etc.)

Education

Degree-level qualification or 10+ years of relevant experience

Project Management certification (APM, PRINCE2, PMP)

Tools

PowerPoint

Excel

Google Workspace

Job description

Overview

To take full responsibility for the operational delivery of projects from bid stage through to practical completion, ensuring all Health & Safety, technical, commercial, and managerial requirements are achieved. The role provides strong leadership, delivering high standards of customer service and ensuring effective collaboration with all relevant support functions. A key focus is maintaining and improving project profitability through efficient planning, execution, and leadership.

Responsibilities

• Provide visible Health & Safety leadership, embedding a "Safety First" culture in all project activities.
• Ensure adherence to all company policies, processes, and procedures, and compliance with relevant external legislation and industry standards.
• Lead, motivate, and develop the project delivery team to maximise performance and potential.
• Support bid activity as required, working closely with senior management and the Business Development team.
• Prepare and maintain accurate business plans and budgets aligned to contract objectives, seeking opportunities to maximise profitability.
• Monitor project financial performance, providing input to monthly reviews and reporting progress to senior management.
• Manage all aspects of project delivery to ensure successful completion in line with agreed quality, cost, and time targets.
• Maintain strong client relationships to drive repeat business and optimise future opportunities.
• Ensure all designs, installations, and testing meet internal standards, client specifications, and statutory requirements.

Qualifications

• Degree-level qualification or 10+ years of relevant experience.
• Valid Driving License.
• Project Management certification (preferably APM, PRINCE2, or PMP).
• Relevant industry accreditations (e.g., RCDD, Project Manager, CTPM).
• Manufacturer accreditations (Systimax, Corning, Panduit, or similar).
• IOSH Managing Safely (or equivalent).
• Multidisciplinary building systems experience.
• Strong digital literacy: PowerPoint, Excel, Word, Office 365 & Google Workspace.
• Knowledge of testing procedures and methodologies across multiple systems.
• Understanding of IP networking and associated equipment/devices.