Project Manager

Fawkes & Reece; Christchurch; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading residential developer in the UK is seeking a skilled Project Manager for a high-end residential project in Dorset. The ideal candidate will have proven experience in managing new home builds and a strong background in communication, allowing effective cooperation with subcontractors and stakeholders. This role is perfect for a career-driven individual who thrives in delivering quality builds and managing a diverse team.

Qualifications

• Proven Project Management experience with new homes builder.
• Experience leading low to medium rise apartment developments.
• Able to manage costs and timelines effectively.

Responsibilities

• Direct team to deliver units according to build programme.
• Manage relationships between departments and subcontractors.
• Lead preparation of contract documents and negotiations.

Skills

Project Management experience

Communication skills

People management skills

Problem resolution

Education

Minimum HNC qualification

Industry-recognized membership (e.g., CIOB)

Tools

CSCS certification

SMSTS certification

Job description

Overview

About this Role: A leading residential developer who has an excellent reputation for delivering luxury houses is recruiting for a Project Manager to work on their latest scheme in Dorset.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Project Manager. This will suit someone that wants to work for a high-end residential developer, renowned for their bespoke developments and enjoys providing a quality house. You will need to be a career-driven individual who is looking for a Project Manager role with a company that have great stability. Experience in providing high-end residential units is preferred.

You will need to have impeccable communication skills, as the client is seeking an individual that is able to talk to sub-contractors and key stakeholders within the business.

The Role

• Direct the team to deliver units according to the Build programme and sequencing
• Build relationships and maintain strong communication between Commercial, Technical, Build and all other departments necessary
• Lead the preparation of contract documents and negotiation and letting of contracts to target dates
• Manage and promote strong working relationships with subcontractors and contractors involved at all stages of the project
• Performance manage your site-based team, contractors and suppliers, identifying and anticipating problems and striving to resolve issues in a constructive manner
• Benchmark costs and review budget control with the commercial team
• Influence the Executive and Board position on the longer-term needs of the business to enable them to direct and influence key stakeholders such as planning for the long-term interests of the construction industry
• Lead best practice for Health and Safety assurance; inspections, site setup and storage facilities
• Show to be a strong promoter of the company's Quality Manual, Build Manual, CCS, HSE standards and NHBC guidelines
• Manage your reports and weekly progress by maximising use of the right technology and tools
• Lead and promote the importance of quality in all aspects of Production, particularly when dealing with tight deadlines

About the Company/Client/Project

The client is a high-end residential developer who are focused in Dorset and the South. Combined with an approach to high-quality well-designed homes and a healthy pipeline of land, this provides our client with a unique position. Their business is focused around Dorset.

Requirements including certificates and qualifications

• Proven Project Management experience with new homes builder / residential main contractor.
• Candidates will be fully ticketed with CSCS, and SMSTS.
• Experience leading projects for low to medium rise apartment developments as RC frame build
• Minimum HNC qualification with a membership to an industry-recognised board, e.g. CIOB.
• Able to resolve cost or time delivery issues in a methodical and productive manner
• Confident making decisions and amending plans throughout the design to build stages
• Strong people management skills

You will be able to demonstrate a proven track record of your successes.