Project Manager

OCS; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

OCS UK & Ireland is recruiting an experienced Major Works Project Manager to join the contract delivery team. You will oversee cradle-to-grave delivery of major projects, coordinating across capital works, M&E, fabric and specialist services to meet safety, quality and compliance standards.

The role is office/site based, requiring strong leadership and contractor management. Applicants should have experience in fast-paced technical environments and hold IOSH/SMSTS qualifications, with a valid

Qualifications

• Management experience in the Project Management arena.
• Excellent communication and reporting skills.
• Knowledge of NEC4 TSC framework is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate capital works delivery across Scotland through vetted supply chain.
• Own the customer relationship, promoting a one-team approach and issue resolution.
• Deliver life cycle and capital investment programmes in a range of workstreams (fabric, roofing, infrastructure).
• Effective programme management of all project activity and assignment to delivery teams.
• Carry out pre-start meetings, inspections, handovers and ensure quality/industry standards.

Skills

Project management

Leadership

Communication

Contract management

Education

IOSH

SMSTS

Tools

Excel

Job description

About The Role:

Job Overview

We are currently recruiting for an experiencedMajor Works Project Managerto join our passionate and driven team.

You will join the contract delivery team within OCS and will be responsible for the cradle-to-grave delivery of major projects

The successful candidate will collaborate with wider contract management in operations, capital projects and commercial workstreams which will seamlessly deliver a combination of Tier 1 to 3 minor and major project activities in a safe, compliant, and sustainable manner.

We are seeking an ambitious, driven and enthusiastic individual with experience in fast-paced technical & project engineering environments to oversee and programme manage project works delivery, a variety of M&E, fabric and specialist services ensuring service is delivered to the highest standards in safety, quality, compliance and integrity. Candidates must have practical experience delivering small works construction projects. The role is office/site based.

Key Responsibilities:

• Responsible for coordination of capital works project delivery across Scotland through vetted and accredited supply chain.
• Own the customer relationship, promoting a one-team approach and issue resolution.
• Deliver life cycle and capital investment programmes in a range of workstreams such as building fabric, roofing and planned life cycle replacement of key infrastructure.
• Effective programme management of all project activity and designation to correct delivery team.
• Carry out pre-start meetings, technical inspections, formal handovers, building walkarounds and pro-actively identify tasks ensuring that all works are delivered to the required quality/industry standards.
• Oversee sub-contractor delivery and ensure appropriate resources are in place to support a range of project activities.
• Control of approved business documents for the account including CPPs, H&S documents and variation processes.
• Competent in the completion of construction phase plans.
• CDM trained and experienced.
• Support the implementation of local community initiatives and SME engagement to boost local and regional delivery models.
• Commercially astute, experience in operating contracts within NEC frameworks and associated systems.
• Establish contract performance management procedures including targets and reporting mechanisms.
• Ensure that the contract team are provided with the necessary levels of support from management and the wider OCS team.
• Management of commercial risk through adherence to OCS commercial procedures and policies.

About You:

• Management experience in the Project Management arena managing hard services projects is essential.
• Demonstrate an understanding of the legislative requirements that impact on the client’s property.
• Knowledge of NEC4 TSC framework beneficial but not necessary.
• Relevant H&S qualifications for the position (IOSH, SMSTS).
• Excellent communication skills including presentation and written report writing.
• Good PC skills, including advanced Excel.
• Full driving licence essential.

About The Company:

OCS UK & Ireland is a leading facilities management company with 50,000+ colleagues and a turnover in excess of £2bn. We deliver innovative, award-winning services within facilities management, hard services, cleaning, security and catering.

Our mission is to make people and places the best they can be for our colleagues, customers and the communities we serve. Our commitment to doing business the right way is rooted in our TRUE values -Trust, Respect, Unity, and Empowerment

We are an equal opportunities employer and rely on a diverse workforce with a broad range of knowledge, skills, and backgrounds to deliver our goals. We offer an inclusive and welcoming environment and actively encourage applications from all individuals regardless of race, gender, nationality, religion, sexual orientation, disability, or age.