Project Manager

Building Careers UK; Manchester; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction recruitment agency in Manchester is seeking an experienced Project Manager to oversee a large-scale remediation project. The ideal candidate will have extensive fire stopping experience and skills in managing residential refurbishment projects within occupied environments. This full-time position requires strong leadership and the ability to ensure compliance with safety and quality standards. Join the team and apply today!

Qualifications

• Extensive and demonstrable fire stopping experience is essential.
• Proven experience in residential refurbishment projects is highly desirable.
• Thorough understanding of CDM 2015 regulations required.

Responsibilities

• Lead the project from initiation through to completion.
• Manage a multidisciplinary team comprising subcontractors and suppliers.
• Ensure compliance with quality and safety standards.

Skills

Fire stopping experience

Leadership skills

Communication skills

Stakeholder management

Organisational skills

Education

Relevant higher-level qualification in construction management or related field

Tools

MS Project

QA platforms (Bolster Systems, Asite)

Job description

Project Manager
Location: Manchester, United Kingdom
Salary: 50,000 - 60,000 per annum
Employment Type: Full-time, Freelance

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Project Manager to lead a large-scale remediation and restoration project within the residential sector. The successful candidate will oversee internal remediation works with absolutely essential, proven fire stopping experience, including firestopping installation, fire door remediation, drylining, and associated builders' works across multiple occupied apartment blocks, as part of a long‑term building safety and legacy remediation programme.

This is a full‑time, on‑site position based in Manchester, commencing January 2025.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the project from initiation through to completion, ensuring delivery to the highest quality, safety, and compliance standards.
• Manage a multidisciplinary team comprising subcontractors, suppliers, and direct labour.
• Oversee all operational aspects of the project, ensuring programmes, budgets, and milestones are met.
• Develop and maintain project plans, schedules, and resource allocations to align with contractual obligations and deadlines.
• Ensure all works comply with internal QA processes, project‑specific quality requirements, and third‑party accreditation standards.
• Liaise confidently with design teams and fire consultants on technical and regulatory matters.
• Conduct regular site inspections, audits, and reviews using QA software such as Bolster Systems or equivalent.
• Coordinate effectively with consultants, residents, and stakeholders to ensure transparent communication throughout project delivery.
• Manage and enforce site health and safety standards, ensuring full legal and regulatory compliance.
• Proactively identify and mitigate project risks, resolving issues to prevent delays.
• Produce detailed progress reports, presenting updates on milestones, timelines, and risk assessments.
• Maintain comprehensive project documentation, including QA records, progress reports, and meeting minutes.
• Oversee snagging, handover, and post‑completion reviews, ensuring client satisfaction.
• Promote continuous improvement through review and implementation of lessons learned.

Qualifications & Experience

• Extensive and demonstrable fire stopping experience is absolutely essential.
• Proven experience managing residential refurbishment or remediation projects in live, occupied environments (highly desirable).
• Strong leadership and project management skills with the ability to handle multiple phases simultaneously.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities.
• Thorough understanding of CDM 2015 regulations and construction compliance standards.
• Proficient in MS Project and other management software; familiarity with QA platforms such as Bolster Systems or Asite is advantageous.
• Experience acting as Principal Contractor within regulated or complex environments preferred.
• Strong organisational, planning, and problem‑solving skills.
• Clean enhanced DBS check required.
• Relevant higher‑level qualification in construction management, engineering, or a related discipline.
• CSCS (Black) and SMSTS certifications essential.

Apply: Ready to bring your expertise to the team? Apply today!

Contact Daniel Addison or apply with your CV to the provided link.

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