Project Coordinator / CDM Coordinator / Junior Project Manager

First Recruitment Services; Tudhoe; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

First Recruitment Services is seeking an experienced Project Delivery Lead for its client in Newhaven. The role involves taking ownership of construction projects from inception to completion, ensuring delivery against programme, budget, quality and safety objectives.

You will oversee multiple projects within a wider programme, coordinating internal teams, clients and subcontractors to achieve efficient delivery and high standards.

Qualifications

• Proactive, solutions-focused individual with strong organisational and stakeholder management skills.
• Experience in project delivery and construction management roles.
• Familiarity with CDM regulations and Health & Safety requirements.

Responsibilities

• Oversee multiple projects within a programme of works and monitor milestones.
• Produce and maintain project documentation.
• Communicate with internal/external stakeholders effectively.
• Ensure compliance with Health & Safety legislation and best practice.
• Conduct regular project reviews and progress meetings.
• Maintain accurate project records and documentation.
• Manage project quality and deliverables to required standards.
• Identify risks and implement mitigation strategies.
• Manage subcontractors throughout the project lifecycle.
• Provide regular updates and reports to senior management.
• Keep up to date with industry developments and construction technologies.

Skills

Stakeholder management

Organisation

Problem solving

Communication

Education

Construction Site Management qualification

Tools

FieldView

ViewPoint

InnDex

Insite

Job description

We're recruiting on behalf of a well-established and innovative organisation seeking an experienced Project Delivery Lead to join their growing team in Newhaven. This is a full-time, permanent position working Monday to Thursday, 8:30am to 5:00pm, and Friday,8:30am to 4:00pm. This is an exciting opportunity for a construction-focused project professional to take ownership of projects from inception through to successful completion, ensuring delivery against programme, budget, quality, and safety objectives.

The Role

As a Project Delivery Lead, you will oversee multiple projects within a wider programme of works, working closely with internal teams, clients, and subcontractors to ensure projects are delivered efficiently and to the highest standards.

Key responsibilities include:

• Managing multiple projects and monitoring progress against key milestones.
• Producing and maintaining project documentation.
• Communicating effectively with internal and external stakeholders.
• Ensuring compliance with current Health & Safety legislation and best practice.
• Conducting regular project reviews and progress meetings.
• Maintaining accurate project records and documentation.
• Managing project quality and ensuring all deliverables meet required standards.
• Identifying project risks and implementing mitigation strategies.
• Managing subcontractors throughout the project lifecycle.
• Providing regular project updates and performance reports to senior management.
• Keeping up to date with industry developments and construction technologies.

About You

To be successful in this role, you will be a proactive and solutions-focused individual with strong organisational and stakeholder management skills.

You will have:

• Previous experience in a similar Project Delivery, Project Management, or Site Management role.
• A recognised Construction Site Management qualification.
• Strong knowledge of construction industry practices, CDM regulations, and Health & Safety requirements.
• Experience using construction project management software such as FieldView, ViewPoint, InnDex, Insite, or similar.
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.
• Strong IT skills, including Microsoft Office applications.
• Commercial awareness and the ability to manage project delivery independently.
• A full UK driving licence.
• Significant construction industry experience, ideally 5+ years.