Property Project Manager (Temporary)

Dove & Hawk, incorporated; Reading; On-site; GBP 48,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Dove & Hawk Property Recruitment is seeking an experienced Project Manager on a temporary basis in Reading to oversee a Build to Rent development of approximately 200 units. You will coordinate contractors, manage works across the project, and ensure safety and delivery within the contract period.

The role requires strong organisational skills, stakeholder management, and a hands-on approach in a fast-paced environment with daily client communications and progress updates.

Qualifications

• Experience in project management, ideally property/facilities/residential environments.
• Strong organisational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities.

Responsibilities

• Take ownership of a range of projects and works across the development.
• Coordinate contractors from initial instruction through to completion.
• Ensure works are delivered safely, efficiently and to the required standard.
• Provide regular updates to clients and stakeholders.
• Monitor progress and resolve issues promptly.

Skills

Project management

Facilities management

Stakeholder management

Health & safety

Job description

Project Manager (Temporary Basis), 6 Months Ongoing – Reading – £25 per hour

Duration: Temporary employment via our agency, 6 months, with potential for permanent employment upon successful completion of contract
Hours: Monday to Friday, 9:00am-5:30pm
Start: ASAP – ideally within the next couple of weeks

My client, a prestigious global property firm, are seeking an experienced and highly organised Project Manager to join a Build to Rent to oversee a range of projects and works across the0 development of approximately 200 units, as well as supporting activity onsite.

The successful candidate will need to be able to hit the ground running, taking ownership of projects that currently sit outside the scope of the existing team. You will be responsible for coordinating contractors, keeping works on track, communicating with clients and stakeholders, and ensuring projects are delivered safely and effectively through to completion.

This would suit someone from a Project Management or Facilities Management background who is organised, practical and confident managing multiple priorities in a busy environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Take ownership of a range of projects and works across the development
• Manage contractors carrying out works across the properties, including works within individual flats.
• Coordinate contractors from initial instruction through to completion.
• Ensure works are delivered safely, efficiently and to the required standard.
• Manage and oversee health & safety-related works, ensuring appropriate processes and documentation are followed.
• Provide regular updates to clients, stakeholders and the wider management team.
• Monitor project progress, timescales and completion of works.
• Identify and resolve issues or delays quickly and practically.
• Coordinate multiple contractors and projects simultaneously.
• Support with elements of General Manager / Facilities Management duties where required.
• Ensure projects are delivered within agreed timescales and to a high standard.

We are looking for someone who:

• Previous Project Management experience, ideally within property, facilities management, residential property or a similar environment.
• Highly organised and able to manage multiple projects and priorities
• Strong stakeholder management experience, confident in communicating with multiple stakeholders at one time
• Has a practical, hands-on approach to problem solving.
• Understands the importance of health & safety when managing works
• Can work independently and take ownership from day one
• Is comfortable working in a fast-paced environment with lots of activity

For more information, please contact Megan on the Business Support team at Dove & Hawk Property Recruitment.
02080597472

Dove & Hawk is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.