Project Manager

Stride; Manchester; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction firm based in Manchester is urgently seeking a Project Manager to oversee the planning, execution, and completion of residential and commercial building projects. The ideal candidate will possess an HNC in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering and experience managing NEC and JCT contracts. The position offers a competitive salary range of £50,000 to £70,000, alongside perks such as hybrid working and career advancement opportunities. Join a company known for impactful projects and low staff turnover.

Benefits

Car or Car Allowance

Flexible working approach

Career advancement opportunities

Impactful projects

Diverse project portfolio

Qualifications

• Candidates must have experience in project planning for construction phases.
• Demonstrated ability in managing budgets and ensuring cost-efficiency.
• Excellent leadership skills to manage diverse teams and subcontractors.
• Fluent communication skills for effective stakeholder liaison.
• Knowledge of procurement processes and negotiation skills.
• Strong commitment to quality and adherence to safety standards.
• Proven ability to identify risks and implement mitigation strategies.
• Experience with necessary regulatory compliance in construction.

Responsibilities

• Create detailed plans defining project's scope and milestones.
• Track expenses and implement cost-saving measures.
• Manage and motivate subcontractors and internal teams.
• Act as the central point of contact for all project stakeholders.
• Source materials and negotiate contracts with suppliers.
• Conduct regular site inspections for quality and safety assurance.
• Identify and address potential risks to the project.
• Coordinate with regulatory bodies to ensure compliance.

Skills

Project planning

Budget management

Team leadership

Stakeholder liaison

Procurement

Quality assurance

Risk management

Regulatory compliance

Education

HNC in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering

Degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

NEC contracts

JCT contracts

SMSTS

CSCS Card

Job description

Stride Recruitment are urgently recruiting a Project Manager to oversee the planning, execution, and completion of their residential and commercial building projects for a main contractor specialising in residential and commercial construction across the UK, based in Manchester.

What's on offer :

• £50,000 – £70,000 for typical PMs in Manchester / North‑west region
• Car or Car Allowancxe
• Hybrid working with flexible working approach
• Career advancement : The company provides opportunities for advancement, with some roles seen as a "rare opportunity due to low staff turnover," suggesting career progression paths.
• Impactful projects : You can contribute to meaningful projects in the civil engineering and water sectors, which are often large-scale and impactful.
• Diverse projects : Depending on the specific role, you may work on a variety of projects, such as a recent £14 million lab for a university.

Key responsibilities

• Project planning : You would create detailed plans for each construction phase, defining the project's scope, identifying key milestones, and setting realistic schedules.
• Budget management : This involves creating and managing the project's financial plan. You would track all expenses, implement cost‑saving measures, and ensure costs do not exceed the budget.
• Team leadership : Mellior projects involve a range of subcontractors and internal teams. You would manage, motivate, and direct personnel to ensure tasks are completed correctly and on schedule.
• Stakeholder liaison : You would be the central point of contact for architects, engineers, subcontractors, and clients. This includes regular reporting on progress, addressing concerns, and ensuring communication flows smoothly.
• Procurement : You would manage the procurement process, which includes sourcing materials, selecting subcontractors, and negotiating contracts.
• Quality and safety assurance : Ensuring compliance with UK health and safety legislation is non‑negotiable. You would conduct regular site inspections and verify that all work is performed to the highest quality standards.
• Risk management : This involves identifying potential risks to the project and implementing proactive measures to mitigate them before they cause delays or budget overruns.
• Regulatory compliance : You would coordinate with regulatory bodies to ensure the project meets all necessary building codes and environmental regulations.

Academic qualifications

• Engineering education : Candidates should have a minimum of an HNC in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering. A degree in a relevant engineering discipline, such as civil engineering, is also often required.
• Contracts knowledge : Proven knowledge of NEC contracts (often version 3 or 4) and JCT contracts is necessary for managing commercial aspects and scope changes.
• Certifications : Specific safety and site management certifications are key requirements :
• Site Management Safety Training Scheme (SMSTS) : A qualification for site managers to develop and implement health and safety procedures on‑site.
• Construction Skills Certification Scheme (CSCS) Card : Demonstrates that a worker has the training and qualifications for the type of work they carry out.
• Professional accreditation : For some roles, Melior Group prefers or requires candidates to be a Chartered Engineer or to be working toward professional accreditation with an appropriate engineering institution.

Thank you for taking the time to review this position and if you are interested please submit your most up to date CV to be contacted by Sam Day @ Stride