Project Manager

UKR Group; Northfleet; On-site; GBP 341,000 - 486,000; Full time

Job summary

UKR Group is seeking an experienced Project Manager for Northfleet to lead construction projects from inception to completion. The role requires coordinating across architects, engineers, contractors, and clients to ensure delivery on time and within budget.

You will develop detailed programmes, manage on-site operations, and maintain compliance with safety regulations and building codes. Strong leadership and communication are essential for success in this ongoing, fast-paced assignment.

Qualifications

• CSCS card required.
• SMSTS Card required.
• First Aid training.
• Proven experience managing medium to large-scale construction projects.
• Comprehensive knowledge of UK building regulations and CDM Regulations.
• Familiarity with traditional and agile project management methodologies.
• Right to Work in the UK.

Responsibilities

• Lead, plan, and oversee construction projects from concept to completion, ensuring on-time delivery within scope and budget.
• Develop detailed project programmes, including schedules, milestones, resource allocation, and procurement plans.
• Liaise with architects, engineers, surveyors, contractors, and clients to meet project requirements.
• Manage on-site operations, supervising site managers, subcontractors, and labour teams.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations, building codes, and environmental standards.
• Monitor progress, perform site inspections, and resolve delays or quality issues.
• Prepare and manage budgets, cost reports, and payment schedules with cost control.
• Oversee procurement of materials and services for timely delivery and quality.
• Manage contract negotiations, variations, and claims with commercial teams.
• Report to senior management and stakeholders on project status, risks, and decisions.

Skills

Leadership

Team management

Communication

Construction processes

PM software

Scheduling tools

Cost management

Quality & safety

Risk assessment

Tools

Project management software

Construction scheduling tools

Job description

Project Manager - Nortfleet

Project duration: Ongoing

Salary starting: 300 per hour

Job Type: Full-time, Temporary

Site Hours: 07.30am - 17.30pm

UKR Group is looking for an experienced Project Manager to start ASAP in a job in Northfleet.

Responsibilities:

• Lead, plan, and oversee construction projects from concept to completion, ensuring they are delivered on time, within scope, and within budget.
• Develop detailed project programmes, including schedules, milestones, resource allocation, and procurement plans.
• Liaise with architects, engineers, surveyors, contractors, and clients to ensure project requirements are clearly defined and met.
• Manage on-site operations, including supervising site managers, subcontractors, and labour teams.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations, building codes, and environmental standards.
• Monitor construction progress, carry out site inspections, and resolve issues that could cause delays or impact quality.
• Prepare and manage budgets, cost reports, and payment schedules, ensuring cost control throughout the project.
• Oversee procurement of materials and services, ensuring timely delivery and quality assurance.
• Manage contract negotiations, variations, and claims in collaboration with commercial teams.
• Report regularly to senior management and stakeholders on project status, risks, and key decisions.

Skills:

• Strong leadership and team management capabilities, with the ability to coordinate multiple stakeholders.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills.
• Solid understanding of construction processes, building methods, and technical drawings.
• Competence in project management software and construction scheduling tools
• Strong organisational skills with a proactive, solutions-focused approach.
• Sound commercial awareness and cost management skills.
• Ability to maintain quality and safety standards under tight deadlines.
• Knowledge of risk assessment and mitigation in a construction environment.

Requirements

• CSCS card
• SMSTS Card
• First Aid
• Proven experience managing medium to large-scale construction projects.
• Comprehensive knowledge of UK building regulations and health and safety legislation (e.g., CDM Regulations).
• Familiarity with both traditional and agile project management methodologies.
• Right to Work in the UK.