Project Manager - Office Fit Out

Currie & Brown Group Limited; Milton Keynes; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in construction consultancy is seeking an experienced project manager to oversee various construction projects. This role involves planning, delivering projects from start to finish, and managing relationships with contractors and clients. The ideal candidate will have a degree in a related field and at least seven years of experience in project management, particularly in commercial office fit-outs.

Qualifications

• Minimum seven years of experience in consultancy.
• Experience in commercial office fit-out essential.
• Proficient in MS Office tools.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver construction projects from concept to completion.
• Manage internal and external project stakeholders.
• Monitor project costs and performance against the programme.

Skills

Communication

Risk Management

Project Coordination

Education

Degree in construction or engineering-related discipline

Tools

MS Office (Word, Excel, Project)

Job description

Working autonomously and as part of a team to deliver project tasks.

Working within Currie & Brown guidelines and the project management toolkit to manage projects in accordance with contractual requirements.

Planning and delivering construction projects from concept to completion.

Preparing or assisting in the preparation of site assessments, due diligence reports, cost reports, project control group reports, construction reports, and completion reports.

Managing internal and external project stakeholders, consultants, and contractors.

Managing design development, coordination, reviews, and approvals during planning and construction phases.

Undertaking procurement management, including review of trade tender packages.

Appointing and managing contractors while maintaining probity requirements.

Handling contract administration, including evaluation of progress claims, variations, extensions of time, and completing documentation.

Monitoring and managing completion activities including commissioning, handover, take-over, and defects.

Preparing project programmes and monitoring projects in line with those programmes developed by a contractor and approved by the client.

Monitoring project costs in line with the approved budget.

Monitoring and reporting on actual performance compared with the programme.

Liaising with local authorities as required to ensure that the works are authorised as the project progresses.

Ensuring monitoring, reporting, and compliance with occupational health and safety regulations.

Ensuring that a system of quality assurance is in place to ensure the production of the highest quality of work in design, construction, and administration.

Continuously seeking and capitalising upon opportunities to increase client satisfaction and deepen client relationships.

Requirements:

• Degree in a construction or engineering-related discipline such as construction management, M&E/civil engineering, architecture, or project management.
• A minimum of seven years’ experience working on a range of projects in consultancy.
• Experience in commercial office fit-out essential.
• Proficient in MS Office tools including Word, Excel, and Project.
• Experience in advisory services (risk management, workshop facilitation) desirable.
• Excellent communication and client-facing skills.