Project Manager

Lechley Associates; Manchester; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction firm in Manchester is seeking an experienced Project Manager for a major heritage refurbishment project valued at approximately £300 million. The role involves managing project delivery, ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards, and leading a project team. Ideal candidates will have deep industry knowledge, strategic thinking capabilities, and strong relationship-building skills, along with proficiency in digital technologies relevant to construction.

Qualifications

• CSCS card holder.
• In-depth knowledge of the construction industry.
• Strategic thinker with visionary capabilities.
• Understanding of program duration and sequencing of construction works.
• Familiarity with the JCT form of contract, especially Management Contracting.

Responsibilities

• Procure and manage key elements of project delivery.
• Ensure compliance with safety requirements.
• Maintain high-quality standards.
• Build external relationships with clients and contractors.
• Manage performance and development of the project team.

Skills

Project management

Effective communication

Leadership skills

Relationship building

Flexibility in working methods

Tools

Aconex

Sablono

QA tools

Job description

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We are seeking a Project Manager to join our UK Regions Construction team for a major heritage refurbishment project in Manchester City Centre, valued at approximately £300 million. The Project Manager will collaborate with the internal fit-out delivery team to provide technical, commercial, quality, and operational support, ensuring excellence in time, cost, and quality.

Key Responsibilities:

Procure, manage, and program key elements of project delivery to achieve optimal outcomes for the client.

Maintain consistently high-quality standards and proactively identify quality issues.

Review project costs and controls against agreed commercial criteria.

Ensure compliance with all safety requirements and maintain appropriate records and reports.

Recognize and reward safe behaviors and practices.

Build and maintain external relationships with clients and contractors to enhance networks.

Manage the performance and development of the project team through coaching and mentoring.

Experience & Background:

CSCS card holder

In-depth knowledge of the construction industry

Strategic thinker with visionary capabilities

Ability to develop and maintain relationships with trust and confidence

Understanding of program duration and sequencing of construction works

Experience in bid teams and pre-construction planning

Effective communication and leadership skills

Flexibility in adapting working methods to suit project needs

Ability to ensure delivery of work packages and achieve commercial targets

Knowledge of technical standards and regulations

Familiarity with the JCT form of contract, especially Management Contracting

Experience with artisan and specialist trades

Knowledge of delivering works in heritage environments (e.g., Listed buildings)

Proficiency in digital technology (e.g., Aconex, Sablono, QA tools)