Project Manager

Guildmore Group; Manchester; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full training

Career development

Collaborative working environment

Job summary

Guildmore Midlands & North is seeking a Project Manager to lead construction projects from start to finish, ensuring safety, on-time delivery and budget control. You will drive design, procurement and construction activities, manage subcontractors and site teams, and maintain quality with a focus on value engineering.

The role requires strong leadership, excellent communication, and a solid understanding of contracts and commercial management, with SMSTS and First Aid qualifications highly

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years construction project management experience.
• Proven experience in cladding remediation and residential construction.
• Strong understanding of construction processes, contracts and commercial management.
• Experience with high-rise and RC frame projects preferred.
• SMSTS and First Aid qualifications required.
• Construction-related degree preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage projects across design, commercial and production.
• Manage subcontractors, site teams, resources and project programmes.
• Build strong relationships with clients, consultants and supply chain partners.
• Ensure full health, safety, quality and environmental compliance.
• Coordinate design, procurement and construction activities.
• Monitor progress, costs, variations and commercial performance.
• Maintain project programmes, reports and risk registers.
• Drive quality standards and inspection plans.
• Identify opportunities for value engineering and cost savings.
• Lead coordination meetings and achieve project objectives.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organisation

Problem-solving

Commercial awareness

Stakeholder management

Team collaboration

Education

Construction-related degree

Job description

Guildmore Midlands & North is seeking an experienced Project Manager to lead construction projects from start to finish, ensuring they are delivered safely, on time, within budget and to the highest quality standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage projects across design, commercial and production.
• Manage subcontractors, site teams, resources and project programmes.
• Build strong relationships with clients, consultants and supply chain partners.
• Ensure full compliance with Health & Safety, quality and environmental requirements.
• Coordinate design, procurement and construction activities.
• Monitor project progress, risks, costs, variations and commercial performance.
• Maintain project programmes, reports, risk registers and site records.
• Drive quality standards and ensure compliance with the Quality Plan and Inspection & Test Plans.
• Identify opportunities for value engineering, cost savings and improved delivery.
• Lead coordination meetings and ensure project objectives are achieved.

Experience & Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years construction project management experience.
• Proven experience in cladding remediation and residential construction.
• Strong understanding of construction processes, contracts and commercial management.
• Experience with high-rise and RC frame projects preferred.
• SMSTS and First Aid qualifications required.
• Construction-related degree preferred.

Skills & Attributes

• Strong leadership and communication skills.
• Excellent organisation and problem-solving abilities.
• Commercially aware with strong decision-making skills.
• Proactive, collaborative and accountable approach.
• Ability to manage stakeholders and deliver against challenging programmes.
• Commitment to continuous improvement and high-quality delivery.

What We Offer

• Full training and ongoing professional support.
• Career development and progression opportunities.
• Supportive and collaborative working environment.
• Opportunities to develop skills across systems, compliance and business operations.