Project Manager - Construction Management (Project)

London Borough of Tower Hamlets; Greater London; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government authority in Greater London is seeking a Lead Project Building Surveyor to provide high-quality building surveying services. You will manage building surveyors, oversee property maintenance, and ensure compliance with health and safety standards. The ideal candidate has significant experience in project management within the construction industry and strong problem-solving abilities. This role offers opportunities to work on innovative solutions and engage with multiple stakeholders, ensuring projects are delivered to high standards.

Qualifications

• Experienced building surveyor with expertise in construction and project management.
• Knowledgeable in health & safety standards and asbestos management.
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality building surveying services for the council.
• Manage building surveyors and oversee property maintenance.
• Coordinate with engineers and manage contractors.

Skills

Knowledge of construction and building regulations

Project management

Communication skills

Team leadership

Customer service focus

Tools

MS Word

MS Excel

MS Project

AutoCAD

Job description

As a Lead Project Building Surveyor, you will provide high-quality building surveying services to the London Borough of Tower Hamlets. Your role includes managing allocated building surveyors to ensure effective maintenance, management, and replacement of properties in compliance with client requirements and statutory regulations. You will oversee the building fabric aspects of projects and contribute to the development of planned maintenance programs. This role requires providing expert advice on building-related matters and managing asbestos compliance programs. Additionally, you will coordinate with other engineers, manage contractors, and ensure a responsive and efficient service is delivered to clients. You will represent the council at meetings and act as an 'expert witness' when required.

You are an experienced and diligent building surveyor with strong expertise in construction, maintenance, and project management. You thrive in a challenging environment and have a proven ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously. You are knowledgeable in building regulations and compliance, and possess strong problem-solving skills as well as the ability to develop innovative solutions to complex issues. You communicate effectively with a diverse range of stakeholders and ensure that all projects are delivered to a high standard, on time, and within budget.

• Sound knowledge of construction and building regulations
• IT literate; proficient in MS Word, Excel, Project, and AutoCAD basics
• Knowledge of health & safety standards, including CDM and asbestos management
• Experience with procurement, contract administration, and CAFM systems
• Strong project management and team leadership skills
• Excellent communication, networking, and team-building abilities
• Proven ability to innovate, challenge, and drive accountability
• Strong customer service focus with openness to feedback