Project Manager

Pick Everard; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent consultancy in the built environment is seeking a Project Manager in Glasgow. The role involves overseeing projects for a prestigious client in the Defence sector, ensuring timely and quality deliverables. The ideal candidate will possess strong communication skills and experience in the construction environment. Benefits include a competitive salary, professional development opportunities, and a supportive workplace culture that values diversity.

Benefits

Agile working

Career and Professional Development

Private healthcare

26 days’ annual leave

Employee Discount Scheme

Qualifications

• Experience managing projects from concept to implementation.
• Proven ability to manage design and construction contracts.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Agree on the client’s brief and appoint other consultants.
• Coordinate and manage communication with project stakeholders.
• Manage project budgets and schedules throughout all RIBA stages.

Skills

Communication

Project management

Client facing skills

Knowledge of building technology

Education

Experience in construction environment

Understanding of NEC project management principles

Eligibility for SC level Security Clearance

Job description

Our Opportunity

Here at Pick Everard, we are passionate about creating a prosperous and sustainable future, taking a fresh perspective on the built environment. Our core values of professionalism, compassion, drive and positivity are at the heart of everything we do.

Are you an Assistant Project Manager or Project Manager looking to take the next important step in your career?

Do you bring a positive attitude and a willingness to learn, even when faced with new or challenging tasks?

If you answered yes to the above questions, we want to hear from you!

As part of our ambitious expansion strategy, we are excited to announce an opening for a Project Manager in our Glasgow office. By joining our dynamic national team, you will gain access to a wealth of training and mentorship opportunities, as well as the chance to shape your career path in a supportive atmosphere. Expect to be part of a community that values professional growth and offers you the tools to thrive in your career.

In this position, you will play a crucial role in ensuring that projects are completed both promptly and to the highest quality standards. You will be expected to work diligently in alignment with contract deliverables, detailed specifications, and the specific requirements of our clients. Your core responsibility will be leading on projects for a prestigious client in the Defence sector.

Your core responsibilities will include:

• Supporting to agree the client’s brief from inception in conjunction with any other consultants appointed, and arranging for the appointment of other consultants as necessary.
• Coordinating, managing and communicating with the client, project stakeholders and other consultants appointed to meet requirements of the project.
• Preparation of programmes and undertaking programme management.
• Undertaking change management, co-ordinating the design process, overseeing and managing the control of the project both pre- and post-contract including financial expenditure throughout all RIBA stages.
• Preparing and issuing reports, including but not limited to preparation of Project Execution Plans (PEP), Strategy Reports, Risk Registers, Progress Reports etc.

Please note you must be willing and able to obtain and maintain the necessary security clearance for the role due to the nature of the projects you will be working on.

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About You

Our ideal Project Manager will have:

• Experience in a similar role in the construction environment.
• Comprehensive knowledge of building technology and construction principles.
• Excellent communication, client facing, and presentation skills.
• An understanding of NEC project management principles, including experience in managing design and construction contracts.
• A proven ability to manage projects from concept to implementation, overseeing activities as well as others to ensure time, budget, and quality constraints are met.
• Eligibility to obtain, or existing possession of SC level Security Clearance is required to fulfill the duties of this role (must be a UK Sole National)

Unsure you tick every box? We still encourage you to apply as your experience might be a great fit for this role or other opportunities in our team.

About Us

Our nationwide multidisciplinary team of 780+ employees, work collaboratively to deliver outstanding places and spaces that create lasting value for local communities. Through our remarkable history we have established the sound principles of success, and we have the vision and ambition to be even better.

We’re committed to creating sustainable communities where everyone feels safe, cared for and valued. We achieve that by encouraging a diverse, welcoming workplace for our people, clients and colleagues.

We care about our people and improving our society and that means supporting your ambitions and interests at every level. We will provide you with an inspiring environment in which you will be able to drive real progress and impact in your career.

What we offer

Providing a balanced, enjoyable career is important to us, and we work hard to make sure everyone feels a valued part of our organisation. You will receive an attractive salary, and amongst other benefits you can also expect:

• Agile working.
• Career and Professional Development.
• Corporate Social Responsibility opportunities.
• 26 days’ annual leave + Bank Holidays + option to buy up to 5 days’ additional leave.
• Private healthcare, life assurance and healthcare cash plan.
• Stakeholder pension.
• Professional subscriptions.
• Employee Discount Scheme.
• Eyecare Scheme.
• Wellbeing support and Employee Assistance Programme.

Equal Opportunities

As an equal opportunities’ employer, Pick Everard is committed to the equal treatment of all current and prospective employees and does not condone discrimination on the basis of age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race or ethnicity, religion or belief, gender identity, or marriage and civil partnership. We aspire to have a diverse and inclusive workplace and strongly encourage suitably qualified applicants from a wide range of backgrounds to apply and join us on our journey.

Accessibility

We’re committed to helping you perform at your best throughout the recruitment process. If you have a disability or require any adjustments to support your application or interview, please get in touch with us [e-mail]. We’ll be happy to discuss how we can assist you.

Agencies

We are committed to building and nurturing great relationships with our agency partners. However, this role is being recruited for directly and therefore we are not seeking support at this time. Any unsolicited CV Introductions will not be accepted.

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