Project Manager (Construction)

Hollybank Trustees Ltd; Greater London; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Subsidised canteen

Cycle to work

Enhanced parental leave

Onsite parking

Early Friday leave

Company pension

Job summary

Techrete is seeking an experienced Project Manager to lead delivery of architectural precast cladding projects from design to handover. You will manage cross-functional teams from design, surveying and construction, ensuring safety, timeliness and budget adherence.

The role is based on-site in London, with a permanent, full-time contract and reporting to the department head. An opportunity to drive improvements and collaborate with clients and contractors is offered.

Qualifications

• Related engineering/construction/architecture degree.
• 5+ years’ project management experience.
• 3D modelling for coordination is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Leading project planning sessions and coordinating internal resources to achieve targets.
• Overseeing a portfolio of projects and maintaining client communications.
• Ensuring projects are delivered safely, on time, within budget and to quality standards.
• Managing risks and reporting progress to senior management.

Skills

Project leadership

Stakeholder management

Organizational skills

Decision making

Problem solving

Education

Engineering/Construction/Architecture degree

Tools

Microsoft Projects

Asta

Excel

Word

Job description

Location: On site / London, UK
job type: Permanent / Full-time
Sector and subsector: Project & Change Management | Project Management
Salary: Negotiable salary

Description

About Us

Techrete strive to be the field leaders in architectural precast concrete cladding and are constantly motivated to develop efficient and innovative designs and offer a quality, sustainable service to our clients.

Founded in 1985, Techrete is the largest architectural precast concrete facade contractor in Ireland and one of the largest in Europe. Operating from our two, modern production facilities in Dublin and North Lincolnshire and with sales and design offices in London and Leicester, we offer a complete precast concrete solution from design, to manufacture, and installation.

We have an unrivalled depth of experience in delivering projects of architectural significance, which brings to life the architectural vision together with projects of high production and erection demand profiles.

• Subsidised onsite canteen
• Cycle to work scheme
• Enhanced maternity leave
• Enhanced paternity leave
• Onsite parking
• Early leave on Friday
• Company Pension

About The Role

Our commitment to both our customers and our employees is paramount in everything we do. Our objective of achieving our project targets, in the safest way possible & ensuring a result of unsurpassed quality, drives everything we do.

Everybody involved in our projects from our customer to the Techrete people who execute work, are all treated as part of the Techrete family.

With manufacturing sites at Balbriggan, Co. Dublin and Brigg, North Lincolnshire, Techrete is looking for a Project Manager, who will operate as Project Team leader with a team assembled from representatives of the Design, Surveying and Construction departments.

The ultimate aim and responsibility of the Project Manager is the successful delivery of a project to our client safely, on time, within budget and to the quality requirements of the company, project specification and the client. Additionally, providing support to the company through the individual projects and feedback, for the successful operation of the business as a whole.

The Project Manager will report to the Department Head throughout each stage of the project. The Project Manager will report back to the Senior Management Team on a fortnightly basis to discuss what stage each project is at.

Key Responsibilities

• Leading project planning sessions and coordinating internal resources to achieve project targets.
• Overseeing a portfolio of projects.
• Achieving an understanding of all aspects of the scope of works of a project.
• Maintaining regular and proactive involvement in every aspect of a project.
• Keep all departments including the client informed through both informal discussions and formal reporting procedures.
• Facilitating the decision- making process internally (and with the client/ contractor).
• Maintaining records and adhering to procedures to ensure project milestones are achieved and recorded.
• Record all events ‘en route’ during the progress of the project to facilitate easy reference and ‘traceability’.
• Ensure the seamless transition from tender/ order through all departments to the final client handover and financial closure on a project.
• Managing relationships with clients and internal/external stakeholders.
• Managing risk and designing risk mitigation plan
• Identifying any internal failure creating disruption/ delay to the project and proactively deal with any internal ‘blockages’ to ensure the general progress of the project is maintained.
• Provide ‘early warning signals’ at any stage during a project in order to bring to the attention of the project team and the Senior Management/ Board of Directors as appropriate.
• Proactively manage the commercial performance and budgets by working collaboratively alongside your project Quantity Surveyor.

About You

You are a proactive and organised individual who thrives in a fast-paced environment. You enjoy leading teams, solving problems, and taking ownership of projects from start to finish. You build strong relationships with colleagues, clients, and contractors, and communicate clearly at all levels.

You will bring:

• A strong sense of accountability and attention to detail.
• Excellent organisational and time-management skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• The confidence to make decisions, resolve conflicts, and keep projects moving forward.
• A collaborative and adaptable approach, with the ability to influence and motivate others.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with a focus on solutions.
• A commitment to safety, quality, and continuous improvement in everything you do.

Qualifications / Expertise

• Related Engineering / Construction / Architecture Degree
• Familiar with using 3D modelling for coordination purposes is an advantage.
• Minimum 5+ years’ experience in a project management role.
• Strong computer skills, including Word, Excel & Microsoft Projects or Asta.

Techrete is committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse working environment. We are an equal opportunities employer and consider all applicants fairly and without discrimination, in accordance with applicable legislation. We encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds and strive to ensure a respectful and supportive workplace for all.