Project Manager

Thatcher Associates; England; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional construction firm is seeking an experienced Project Manager to lead various projects for blue-chip clients. As a Project Manager, you will oversee project planning and execution, ensuring quality and timely delivery. Key responsibilities include managing project scope, costs, and coordination with clients and subcontractors. The ideal candidate will have strong leadership capabilities, experience in construction, and relevant qualifications in health and safety. The position offers a competitive package including accommodations when required.

Benefits

Company vehicle

Laptop and tablet

Mobile phone

Skill and career development

Qualifications

• Proven experience leading construction projects with strong supervisor skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
• Experience in the construction, fit-out, or mechanical and electrical sectors.

Responsibilities

• Oversee projects from purchase order stage to completion.
• Create and issue Construction Phase Plan.
• Prepare and present progress reports to clients and directors.
• Ensure quality is maintained on-site as per programme schedule.

Skills

Strong supervisory skills

Project management leadership

PC literate (MS Word, MS Excel)

Team player

Commercial mindset

Problem-solving

Ability to meet tight deadlines

Education

Qualification in Health and Safety site supervision

HNC level or higher in relevant construction or M&E subject

Tools

MS Project

Job description

Project Manager Wanted

A regional construction outfit that specialise in providing consistently high-quality fit outs and refurbishment of technical and commercial environments for ‘blue chip’ companies. they have alarge client base of UK wide corporate clients and continues to grow through due to theirhigh levels of service and commitment to the success of project delivery.

The Company

A regional construction outfit that specialise in providing consistently high-quality fit outs and refurbishment of technical and commercial environments for ‘blue chip’ companies. they have alarge client base of UK wide corporate clients and continues to grow through due to theirhigh levels of service and commitment to the success of project delivery.

Role

Working as a Project Manager you will report into the Construction Director and be responsible for either a single Large, multi-site programme of work or multiple projects for a range of clients.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee projects from purchase order stage, check and verify specification and create the scope document; requesting construction drawings to assist.
• Review Scope & Costs / site visit if required
• Create and issue Construction Phase Plan.
• Preparation of site files
• Project planning incl. Creating Programmes (MS project)
• Chairs programme / project meetings, prepare and present progress reports to clients and Directors
• Maintaining project plan, scheduling and checking of materials and labour to ensure uninterrupted work and good productivity, site liaison with the client, authorities and subcontractors as required.
• Create Procurement tracker and manage project costs, liaise with Directors to agree design changes and or cost variations,
• Attend site meetings with Operational Directors / Client Management team
• Ensure quality is maintained on site and as per programme schedule
• Provide cover on-site, in a supervisory role when necessary
• Ensure documentation is maintained throughout project cycle, including archiving of relevant information to shared folders
• Ensure that all snagging is completed within agreed timescale
• Ensure that all OM&M information is compiled and issued to relevant parties

Requirements and Skills

• Able to demonstrate strong supervisory and project management leadership skills in a previous role.
• PC literate – MS Word, MS Excel (MS Project desirable but not essential)
• A qualification in Health and Safety site supervision and site experience, SMSTS qualification where appropriate
• To have successfully completed a First Aid course
• Able to solve problems creatively and prioritise workload
• Team player
• Commercial mindset – able to develop opportunities and improve margins
• Ability to meet tight deadlines
• Experience working in the construction, fit-out or mechanical and elcetrical sectors required

Desirable but not essential experience / skills

• Qualified to HNC level or higher in relevant construction or M&E subject
• IOSH, NEBOSH 18th Edition or City and Guilds test and inspection qualifications
• Experience of specification, design and estimation or electrical or mechanical systems

What you can expect

Due to the nature of work for some clients, there will be requirement to undertake security clearances. The business also works nationally and the role may involve some days staying away Monday to Friday when required you will provide hotel accommodation & subsistence. Your primary base will be the head office.

A company vehicle, laptop, tablet and mobile phone will be provided as part of the role. Along with future skill and career development.

How to Apply

If this role sounds of interest, please apply now, alternatively get in touch with Fiona Corbett at Thatcher Assocites for a informative and confidential chat.