Senior Consultant Project Manager

Lidl; Doncaster; On-site; GBP 62,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading supermarket chain seeks a Senior Construction Project Manager to oversee construction projects across Yorkshire and Humberside. The role involves managing new store builds, extensions, and modernisations while ensuring compliance with standards and deadlines. Candidates should possess a degree in Engineering or Construction, strong project management skills, and a willingness to work on-site. This position offers £62,000 - £90,000 per annum, 35 days holiday, and additional perks like a 10% in-store discount.

Benefits

35 days holiday (pro rata)

10% in-store discount

Sabbatical

Enhanced family leave

Pension scheme

Qualifications

• Educated to degree level or equivalent in either Engineering or Construction.
• Proven experience in a Construction/Engineering related role.
• Driving License is essential for this role.

Responsibilities

• Overseeing the construction of new stores, extensions, and modernizations.
• Managing assigned project plans and deadlines.
• Monitoring project progress and quality standards.
• Managing relationships with external companies and contractors.
• Ensuring compliance with corporate specifications and procedures.
• Budget management and controlling project costs.

Skills

Construction/Engineering experience

Negotiation skills

Project management

Strong Microsoft Office skills

Organizational skills

Excellent communication

Ability to prioritize

Team player

Education

Degree in Engineering or Construction

RICS, CIOB or MAPM accreditation (desirable)

Job description

Summary

£62,000 - £90,000 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.

Our Store Development Team is strengthening their construction team to meet our ambitious expansion plans, we are looking for an enthusiastic and motivated Senior Construction Project Manager to join their team in Doncaster Property Office. You will manage, plan and oversee construction projects across Yorkshire and Humberside, ensuring the highest standards and deadlines are met.

You’ll 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’ll 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**

**Please note this role is recognised internally as a Senior Construction Consultant**

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 skillsA professional and refined negotiator with sound commercial acumen and judgment
• 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

You're Lidl like us. We value diversity, equity, and inclusion, welcoming applicants from all backgrounds. Join us to celebrate individuality and grow in a fair, respectful, and inclusive environment.

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.

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.