Project Delivery Manager

EARTH WRIGHTS LIMITED; Dartington; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

EARTH WRIGHTS LIMITED seeks a Project Delivery Manager responsible for overseeing the delivery process from project sale to client handover. This hands-on role requires industry experience and practical skills, focusing on client relations and project planning to deliver high-quality play spaces within budget and on schedule.

Qualifications

• Significant experience in playbuild, landscaping, or construction.
• Hands-on practical skills in landscaping or carpentry are desirable.
• Strong communication and leadership skills needed.

Responsibilities

• Act as the primary point of contact for clients during projects.
• Establish and manage project budgets.
• Oversee day-to-day project activities and ensure quality standards.

Skills

Client Relations

Problem-solving

Budget Management

Project Planning

Communication

Leadership

Education

Construction-related qualifications (SSSTS, SMSTS, etc.)

Tools

Project management tools

Job description

Direct message the job poster from EARTH WRIGHTS LIMITED

The Project Delivery Manager is a key role in the business, responsible for overseeing all aspects of the delivery process from project sale through to client handover. You will play a vital part in delivering innovative, high-quality play spaces that meet and exceed client expectations, while staying within budget and on schedule. A focus on efficiency and maintaining high standards is essential.

As Project Delivery Manager, you’ll build direct relationships with clients and collaborate closely with all Earth Wrights teams, including design, sales, prefabrication, H&S, and installation.

Industry experience, particularly in landscaping or play build, is highly valued. This is a hands-on role, and practical skills in landscaping, carpentry, or construction are essential, as is the ability to read plans, problem-solve, and work outdoors. You will be a detail-oriented team player, ready to ‘muck in’ and assist with tasks as needed. Regular travel and overnight stays are part of the role.

Recognising that this is a new position, the responsibilities listed below are initial and may be further defined during a 6-month trial period.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Client Relations

• Act as the primary point of contact for clients from project handover (from sales manager) through to installation completion
• Manage client expectations, provide regular updates, and address concerns promptly
• Collaborate with clients to ensure satisfaction with final deliverables

Budget Management

• Help establish and manage project budgets, ensuring alignment with client agreements and company objectives
• Monitor project spend, provide regular updates, and identify any over/under spend
• Negotiate supplier contracts and procure resources, ensuring cost-efficiency without compromising quality

Project Planning

• Develop project plans, including timelines, resource allocation, logistics, and milestones, tailored to each playbuild project
• Work with design, prefab, and site teams to translate plans into actionable steps
• Ensure all licenses, permits, and compliance requirements are met

Project Delivery

• Oversee day-to-day project activity, ensuring all tasks are completed to plan and quality standards
• Act as central coordinator across delivery teams, including subcontractors and suppliers
• Conduct site visits to assess progress and sign off on installation quality

Reporting

• Prepare and deliver project status reports to clients and internal stakeholders
• Track key performance metrics and project milestones
• Document lessons learned and contribute to best practices for future projects

REQUIREMENTS

• Significant experience in the playbuild, landscaping or construction industry —essential
• Hands-on practical skills in landscaping, carpentry, or site-based construction—desirable
• Good leadership, organisational, and problem-solving skills—essential
• Proficiency with project management tools and software—desirable
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with a client-focused approach—essential
• A proactive, can-do attitude and a natural ability to organise and coordinate teams—essential
• Construction-related qualifications (e.g., SSSTS, SMSTS, Chainsaw, Telehandler, 360 Excavator)—desirable but not essential
• Full clean driving licence; extensive travel and overnight stays— required

Formal project management qualifications are not required.

Practical experience and industry knowledge are valued above formal certifications. Training and development opportunities will be provided for the right candidate.

Earth Wrights is committed to diversity in our workforce and encourages applicants from all backgrounds.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Project Management and Information Technology

• Industries

  Construction

Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at EARTH WRIGHTS LIMITED by 2x

Get notified about new Project Manager jobs in Dartington, England, United Kingdom.

Torquay, England, United Kingdom 1 week ago

Preston, England, United Kingdom 1 day ago

Exeter, England, United Kingdom 5 days ago

Newton Abbot, England, United Kingdom 5 days ago

Exeter, England, United Kingdom 1 week ago

Assistant Project Manager - Ministry of Justice

Plymouth, England, United Kingdom 7 hours ago

Plymouth, England, United Kingdom 2 weeks ago

Project Manager, Design & Build (Energy & Resources)

Ashford, England, United Kingdom 3 weeks ago

Navy Command - Devonport Infrastructure Group - Waterfront Project Manager 2

Plymouth, England, United Kingdom 1 week ago

Project Manager, Design & Build (Energy & Resources)

Exeter, England, United Kingdom 3 weeks ago

Plymouth, England, United Kingdom 1 day ago

Plymouth, England, United Kingdom 1 week ago

Plymouth, England, United Kingdom 1 week ago

Exeter, England, United Kingdom 7 hours ago

Exeter, England, United Kingdom 2 weeks ago

Plymouth, England, United Kingdom 3 weeks ago

Preston, England, United Kingdom 7 hours ago

Exeter, England, United Kingdom 3 weeks ago

Newton Abbot, England, United Kingdom 1 week ago

Exeter, England, United Kingdom 3 weeks ago

Navy Command - CIS Associate Projects Manager 1

Plymouth, England, United Kingdom 5 days ago

Senior Project Manager - Cornwall Council

Exeter, England, United Kingdom 2 weeks ago

Plymouth, England, United Kingdom 3 weeks ago

Preston, England, United Kingdom 4 days ago

Exeter, England, United Kingdom 1 month ago

ECC Project Manager - Energy & Resources

Ashford, England, United Kingdom 2 weeks ago

Cranbrook, England, United Kingdom 4 weeks ago

Ashford, England, United Kingdom 2 weeks ago

Exeter, England, United Kingdom 2 weeks ago

We’re unlocking community knowledge in a new way. Experts add insights directly into each article, started with the help of AI.