Project Manager - Ipswich

Lawtech Group; Ipswich; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company specializing in cladding remediation is seeking a Project Manager to oversee and deliver multi-million-pound projects across London and the Southeast. The successful candidate will manage project teams, maintain compliance with regulations, and ensure efficient project delivery conforming to quality and budget standards.

Qualifications

• Experience in programme and project management, including GANTT charts and critical path analysis.
• Asbestos awareness, scaffold inspection, and first aid certificates.
• DBS check may be required for specific projects.

Responsibilities

• Manage and monitor the delivery of specified contracts to agreed quality, time, and budget.
• Create and manage project plans and budgets, working closely with various departments.
• Support and train staff, ensuring compliance with regulations and documentation.

Skills

Project Management

Team Leadership

Budget Management

Communication

Regulatory Compliance

Education

HNC or equivalent qualification in construction

CSCS card

Site Managers Safety SMSTS certification

Job description

The role of the Project Manager is to manage and monitor the delivery of the specified contract to time, quality, and budget. The Project Manager will manage, motivate, and appraise project staff and sub-contractors within their remit. They will liaise with commercial, health and safety, design, finance, procurement, and estimating teams to ensure delivery of the project.

Founded over 20 years ago, Lawtech has become a leading principal contractor specializing in cladding remediation. We deliver high-quality, compliant, multi-million-pound cladding repatriations & regeneration contracts throughout London and the wider Southeast.

Role Responsibilities:

1. Creation, management, and monitoring of project plan and associated budget, working closely with Commercial, Design & Quality, and Health & Safety departments.
2. Line management of block / assistant / site managers.
3. Manage specified project and relevant site-based staff, to agreed productivity levels, deadlines, and budgets.
4. Support, coach, and train the staff within your remit.
5. Monitor assistant management and staff performance through objectives and action plans, as required.
6. Assist in maintaining and building relationships with all key client staff and stakeholders, funders, and other third parties, including meetings and resident consultations.
7. Take full ownership of all aspects of management of works within your remit.
8. Understand the scope and develop specifics for site management to assist procurement and resource management.
9. Assist in developing the strategic plan and programme, and communicate requirements to staff.
10. Coordinate labour and material requirements to ensure efficient resource use.
11. Maintain all relevant project information, ensuring compliance with legislation, regulations, and policies.
12. Work with the commercial department/QS to manage sub-contractors, orders, budgets, and costs.
13. Work with Health & Safety to ensure delivery of the H&S plan, risk assessments, and related documentation.
14. Collaborate with ISO and Design & Quality departments to ensure total management of service and product delivery.
15. Manage site QCQA records.
16. Work with resident liaison and customer service teams to resolve residents’ issues.
17. Address contractor and sub-contractor issues appropriately.
18. Attend site and management meetings regularly.
19. Stay updated with industry regulations, H&S legislation, and company policies.

Skills and Qualifications:

1. HNC or equivalent qualification/experience in construction-related discipline.
2. CSCS card.
3. Site Managers Safety SMSTS certification.
4. Asbestos awareness, scaffold inspection, and first aid certificates.
5. Experience in programme and project management, including GANTT charts and critical path analysis.
6. DBS check if required for specific projects.
7. Proficient in MS Excel, Word, Project, and Outlook.