Project Manager

Fawkes and Reece; England; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading residential developer is seeking an experienced Project Manager to oversee luxury home developments in Dorset. The ideal candidate will have proven experience in project management within the residential sector, with top-notch communication skills for effective collaboration with subcontractors and stakeholders. This role offers a unique opportunity to work with a company renowned for high-quality, bespoke developments.

Qualifications

• Proven Project Management experience with new homes builder/residential main contractor.
• Experience leading projects for low to medium rise apartment developments as RC frame build.
• Able to resolve cost or time delivery issues in a methodical manner.

Responsibilities

• Direct the team to deliver units according to the Build programme and sequencing.
• Build relationships with Commercial, Technical, and other necessary departments.
• Lead preparation of contract documents and contracts negotiation.

Skills

Communication skills

Time management

Problem-solving

Team leadership

Education

Minimum HNC qualification

Membership to CIOB

Tools

CSCS

SMSTS

Job description

Overview

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.

Role

• Direct the team to deliver units according to the Build programme and sequencing
• Build relationships and maintain strong communication between Commercial, Technical, 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
• Bench marking costs and reviewing 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 set up 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

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