Project Manager

Construction; Peterborough; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established contractor with offices across the East and Midlands is looking for a capable Project Manager to oversee multiple construction and refurbishment projects from inception to completion.

You will lead on-site teams, coordinate with clients and consultants, manage budgets and schedules, and ensure compliance with health and safety regulations. A degree or equivalent in construction, plus strong delivery experience, is essential.

Qualifications

• Experience delivering construction projects from inception to completion.
• Ability to read and interpret drawings, specifications and contract docs.
• Strong leadership, planning and organisational skills.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management.
• Proficient with MS Office and project management software.
• Full UK driving licence; SMSTS/SSSTS desirable; First Aid at Work desirable.

Responsibilities

• Lead projects through all stages of delivery from pre-construction to completion.
• Manage and support site teams and subcontractors.
• Ensure projects are delivered safely, on time and within budget.
• Review drawings and contract documentation; liaise with clients and stakeholders.
• Prepare progress reports, programmes and contractor reports.
• Price variations, prepare valuations and contribute to final accounts.

Skills

Project management

Leadership

Reading drawings

Communication

MS Office

Driving licence

Education

Degree/HNC/HND in construction

Tools

MS Project

Job description

Your new company

A well-established contractor with a strong history in the sector, with offices across the East and Midlands and projects throughout the UK. They operate across a number of sectors including new build, fit out, maintenance and building services. They pride themselves on developing their staff to grow within the business, which is demonstrated by the tenure amongst the organisation.

Your new role

Reporting to a senior leadership team member, you will be responsible for overseeing the successful delivery of multiple construction and refurbishment projects from inception through to completion. Working closely with site teams, subcontractors, clients and consultants, you will ensure projects are delivered safely, profitably and to agreed programme and quality standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead projects through all stages of delivery, from pre-construction to completion
• Manage and support Site Managers, Supervisors, Assistant Project Managers, Trainee Project Managers and direct trades operatives
• Take responsibility for project performance, profitability and compliance
• Review and interpret construction drawings, specifications and contract documentation
• Liaise with clients, consultants and project stakeholders throughout delivery
• Manage specialist and nominated subcontractors
• Ensure compliance with Health & Safety legislation and CDM Regulations
• Attend and chair project meetings as required
• Prepare progress reports, programmes and contractor reports
• Price and agree project variations and instructions
• Prepare valuations and contribute to final accounts
• Assist in the preparation of tenders and estimates where required
• Monitor project costs and profitability
• Coordinate procurement activities and ensure timely delivery of materials
• Approve supplier and subcontractor invoices
• Undertake additional responsibilities in line with business requirements and career progression

What you'll need to succeed

• Construction-related qualification (Degree, HNC/HND or equivalent experience)
• Demonstrable project management experience within the construction sector
• Strong understanding of construction methodologies and project delivery
• Experience working on commercial and/or design and build projects
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and specifications
• Strong leadership, planning and organisational skills
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities
• Confident IT skills, including Microsoft Office and project management software
• Full UK driving licence
• SMSTS or SSSTS certification (desirable)
• First Aid at Work qualification (desirable)