Senior Construction Consultant London Property Office

Lidl; England; Hybrid; GBP 68,000 - 99,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading retail company is seeking a Senior Construction Consultant to manage and oversee construction projects in London. The ideal candidate will have a degree in Engineering or Construction, proven experience in a related role, and excellent project management skills. You will be responsible for ensuring high standards and compliance throughout the project cycles. This role includes 35 days holiday and other generous perks.

Benefits

35 days holiday (pro rata)

10% in-store discount

Sabbatical

Enhanced family leave

Pension scheme

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a Construction/Engineering related role.
• Driving License is essential for this role.
• RICS, CIOB or MAPM accreditation is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Overseeing the construction of new stores, extensions and modernisations.
• Managing assigned project plans and deadlines.
• Budget management and controlling project costs.

Skills

Negotiation skills

Project management

Communication

Organizational skills

Commercial acumen

Microsoft Office

Teamwork

Analytical skills

Education

Degree in Engineering or Construction

Job description

Summary

£68,200* - £99,000* per annum | 35 days' holiday (pro rata) | 10% in-store discount | company car

Everyone who works at Lidl brings something unique to the table - but we also have a whole lot in common. We're motivated, commercially aware and ready to take on any challenge.

Just like you.

We have opened our new London property office in Battersea Power Station, and we are now looking for a Senior Construction Consultant to join our London Property team in our stunning new location.

Our Store Development Team is strengthening their construction team to meet our ambitious expansion plans, we are looking for an enthusiastic and motivated Construction Project Manager to join their team. You will manage, plan and oversee construction projects in London (within the M25), ensuring the highest standards and deadlines are met.

You will oversee the construction of new stores, extensions and modernisations of our existing store portfolio, ensuring the highest quality standards and compliance with our corporate specification and H&S requirements. Managing relationships with key collaborators, you will liaise with internal and external parties throughout the project cycle. You will work proactively to address potential obstacles and plan costs, you will ensure projects are completed on time and within budget.

Please be advised, you will be expected to be in the office or on site a minimum of 3 to 4 days a week

We're proud to be a diverse, secure and fast-growing business, and you'll find your role rewarding in every sense.

What you’ll do

• Overseeing the construction of new stores, extensions and modernisations of our existing store portfolio
• Managing assigned project plans and deadlines
• Monitoring project progress and checking quality standards are met at all times
• Managing relationships with external companies, contractors and suppliers
• Ensuring compliance with our corporate specification and internal procedures
• Ensuring the highest standards of Health & Safety performance on all construction sites
• Remedying any issues quickly and effectively with an aim to keeping projects moving and ensuring deadlines are not jeopardised
• Reporting on the progress of construction projects to the Senior team
• Budget management and controlling project costs

What you’ll need

• Educated to degree level or equivalent in either Engineering or Construction
• Proven experience in a Construction/Engineering related role
• PC literate with strong Microsoft Office skills
• A professional and refined negotiator with sound commercial acumen and judgement
• Highly organised with a pragmatic and analytical approach
• A strong multi-tasker with the ability to prioritise conflicting deadlines
• An excellent communicator who can communicate confidently with people at all levels of the business
• A team player who can perform tasks independently using their own initiative
• RICS, CIOB or MAPM accreditation is desirable or working towards qualifications
• Experience in another retailer is desirable
• Driving License is essential for this role

What you’ll receive

• 35 days holiday (pro rata)
• 10% in-store discount
• Sabbatical
• Enhanced family leave
• Pension scheme
• Plus, more of the perks you deserve

Disclaimer

Due to the high volume of applications we receive, we reserve the right to close a vacancy earlier than the advertised date. This is to ensure our teams can manage application levels while maintaining a positive candidate experience. Once a vacancy has closed, we are unable to consider further applications, so please submit your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.

*includes 10% non-contractual London Weighting allowance

If you're ready to get stuck in, want to get more out of your career and make a real difference, find your place at Lidl and apply now.