Project Manager

Lawtech Group Ltd; Ipswich; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction contractor is seeking a Project Manager to oversee the delivery of cladding remediation projects. The role involves managing project plans, budgets, and staff while ensuring compliance with safety regulations. Ideal candidates will have a technical background in construction, strong leadership skills, and proficiency in project management tools.

Qualifications

• Technical qualification in construction (HNC or equivalent) required.
• Experience with EWI/cladding preferred.
• Site Managers Safety SMSTS certification and CSCS card required.

Responsibilities

• Manage project delivery, ensuring compliance with budget and quality standards.
• Coordinate with various departments for project execution.
• Support and train project staff to meet performance objectives.

Skills

Project Management

Communication

Leadership

Problem Solving

Time Management

Education

HNC or equivalent in construction

Tools

MS Excel

MS Project

GANTT charts

Job description

Role Overview

The role of the Project Manager is to manage and monitor the delivery of the specified contract to time, quality, and budget. The Project Manager will manage, motivate, and appraise project staff and sub-contractors within their remit. They will liaise with commercial, health and safety, design, finance, procurement, and estimating teams to ensure delivery of the project.

Founded over 20 years ago, Lawtech has become a leading principal contractor specializing in cladding remediation. We deliver high-quality, compliant, multi-million-pound cladding repatriations and regeneration contracts throughout London and the wider Southeast.

Role Responsibilities

1. Creation, management, and monitoring of project plan and associated budget, working closely with Commercial, Design & Quality, and Health & Safety departments.
2. Line management of block, assistant, and site managers.
3. Manage specified project and relevant site-based staff to meet productivity levels, deadlines, and budgets.
4. Support, coach, and train staff within your remit.
5. Monitor staff performance through objectives and action plans, as required.
6. Assist in maintaining and building relationships with key client staff, stakeholders, funders, and third parties, including meetings and resident consultations.
7. Take full ownership of all aspects of management of works within your remit.
8. Understand the scope and develop specifics for site management to assist procurement and resource management.
9. Assist in developing the strategic plan and programme, communicating requirements to staff.
10. Coordinate labor and material requirements, liaise with the buying department for timely orders and deliveries.
11. Maintain all relevant project information, ensuring compliance with legislation and policies.
12. Work with the commercial department to manage sub-contractors, budgets, and costs.
13. Collaborate with Health & Safety to ensure delivery of safety plans, risk assessments, and documentation.
14. Work with ISO and Quality departments for service and product delivery management.
15. Manage site QC/QA records.
16. Coordinate with resident liaison and customer service to resolve residents’ issues.
17. Address contractor and sub-contractor issues promptly.
18. Attend and schedule site and management meetings regularly.
19. Stay updated with industry regulations, H&S legislation, and company procedures.

Skills and Qualifications

1. Technical qualification/experience in construction (HNC or equivalent).
2. CSCS card.
3. Site Managers Safety SMSTS certification.
4. Asbestos awareness, scaffold inspection, and first aid certificates.
5. Experience with EWI/cladding.
6. Proficiency in project management tools, including GANTT charts and financial tracking.
7. DBS check if required.
8. Advanced MS Excel skills.
9. Competent in MS Word, MS Project, Outlook.