Project Manager

Gleeds; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Gleeds is seeking Project Managers at various levels for exciting roles in Birmingham, focusing on delivering large-scale projects within the public and government sectors. Candidates should possess construction project management experience, effective communication skills, and relevant qualifications like MRICS. Join our friendly team and contribute to significant projects that shape communities.

Benefits

Career development opportunities

Contributory pension scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Global Travel Scholarship Programme

Flexible working arrangements

Qualifications

• Post-qualification project or programme management experience.
• Knowledge of project management techniques.
• Excellent communication skills, both oral and written.

Responsibilities

• Manage delivery of large-scale new build projects.
• Engage with clients, maintaining relationships.
• Mentor and coach team members.

Skills

Project Management

Communication

Problem Solving

Negotiation

Financial Skills

Legislation Understanding

ICT Proficiency

Education

MRICS

MAPM

MCIOB

NEC 4 Practitioner

Tools

MS Outlook

MS Word

MS Excel

MS PowerPoint

Job description

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Gleeds has been successful in securing a number of major projects and programmes within the public and central government sectors to support providing professional services.

We have exciting opportunities for Project Managers from Assistant to Associate Director level to join our team in Birmingham. You will work within a sociable environment and be part of a dynamic Project Management team. Your responsibilities will include managing the delivery of large-scale new build projects and extensive CAT A, B, and C fit-out works across various locations in the Midlands Region. You will communicate and collaborate effectively with colleagues, programme leads, client representatives, consultants, and contractors to deliver projects from inception to completion.

About The Role

About this opportunity

Gleeds has secured significant projects within the public and central government sectors. We are looking for Project Managers from Assistant to Associate Director level to join our Birmingham office. Responsibilities include managing large-scale projects, ensuring effective communication, and delivering quality outcomes.

To be considered, candidates should have experience in construction project management, preferably with public and government clients, and must be a British National (British Citizen from birth) for security clearance purposes. Existing SC clearance is preferred but can be obtained during onboarding.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Supporting Business Unit Directors in delivering objectives
• Engaging with customers and maintaining relationships
• Delivering high-quality services and outputs
• Managing projects and programmes according to procedures
• Administering contracts as a contract administrator, employer’s agent, or project manager
• Producing and presenting reports to clients
• Mentoring and coaching team members
• Preparing bids for services
• Managing service delivery profitably
• Advising directors on project issues, especially those affecting professional indemnity insurance

Access as a Gleeds team member includes:

• Career development opportunities
• Contributory pension scheme
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Global Travel Scholarship Programme
• Flexible working arrangements

About You

Who we’re looking for:

Experience, Knowledge, and Key Skills

• Post-qualification project or programme management experience
• Knowledge of project management techniques
• Ability to administer construction contracts
• Understanding of legislation affecting building contracts
• Excellent communication skills (oral and written)
• Methodical approach to work
• Ability to analyze complex information
• Strong problem-solving, negotiation, and financial skills
• Proficiency in ICT, MS Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint
• Ability to work and manage teams

Qualifications

• MRICS, MAPM, MCIOB, or NEC 4 Practitioner (or in progress)

About Us

Be part of the extraordinary

Every day at Gleeds, we influence how people live, work, and travel. We deliver iconic projects worldwide, solving complex problems that shape the future of the built environment.

We value creative thinking and diverse perspectives, with 71 offices globally. Our goal is to leave a positive legacy while living our core values: commitment to clients and staff, creativity and realism, professionalism with personality.

We are an equal opportunity employer, embracing diversity and flexible working arrangements to support work/life balance. Gleeds is a Great Place to Work certified employer.