Senior Project Manager

Playle & Partners Llp; Sidcup; Hybrid; GBP 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consultancy firm in Sidcup is seeking a skilled Project Manager to join their dynamic team. The role involves managing significant projects across public and private sectors, with opportunities for progression and professional development. Candidates with MRICS or substantial experience in construction will thrive in this vibrant environment featuring ample benefits and flexible working arrangements.

Benefits

26 days of holiday plus bank holidays

Staff profit share scheme

Company pension scheme

Payment of professional fees

Life cover

Free car parking

Qualifications

• Minimum 4 years Project Management experience.
• Experience managing a variety of public sector works.
• Full UK driving license and access to a car.

Responsibilities

• Manage projects ranging from £1 Million to £30 Million.
• Coordinate training of project managers and contract administrators.
• Engage in client networking and business development.

Skills

Project Management

Client Development

Business Development

Communication

Problem Solving

Education

Graduate Degree in Project Management

MRICS/FRICS/MAPM/CHPP accreditation

Job description

Location:
Playle & Partners LLP – Head Office, Sidcup

Salary:
Negotiable depending on experience – Good benefitspackage included (£55k to £65kpa)

Job Type:
Permanent

The Role

This is an exciting opportunity to join an outstanding team where you will play an active role in the delivery of project and professional services to a wide range of public and private sector clients. We are a well-established multi-disciplined practice providing consultancy services across both the public and private sectors.

Established in 1954 we have our office in Sidcup. We are currently recruiting to supply our recent success as Project Managers on major frameworks within London and the South East of England.

The successful candidate will be working directly on schemes ranging from £1 Million – £30 Million both Pre and Post Contract. The candidate will be responsible for reporting directly to Project Management Partners Luke Turner and Sarah Primarolo and for assisting in the co-ordination and training of the Project Managers / Contract administrators / Employer’s Agents within the Practice.

The Candidate

To be successful in this role you will:

• Ideally be MRICS/FRICS/MAPM/CHPP with a minimum of 4 years Project Management, Employer’s Agent and Contract Administration experience post Graduate Degree.
• We will consider candidates who are not accredited but can demonstrate significant experience working within the Construction industry as a Project Manager for over 10 years and has held a Senior PM position for more than 4 years.
• Have extensive experience of Project Management and the day-to-day tasks listed in the Senior Project Management job description.
• Require previous experience on a variety of public sector works ranging from £1million to £30million.
• Be well organised, efficient, using initiative and working to tight deadlines.
• Have experience in Client Development: Networking: Business Development: Assistance with submissions.
• Require excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, couple with an eye for details, a commitment to excellence and developing strong client relationships.
• Possess a proactive approach to problem solving and ability to follow these through to a satisfactory conclusion.
• Be flexible, confident, and self-motivated with a real desire to deliver excellent customer service.
• Positive attitude and willing to learn with and develop the team.
• Able to identify areas of commercial opportunity for future development.
• Have experience in managing a Project team and have experience reporting on performance of the team to senior managers.
• Have experience in managing, mentoring, and training of Juniors / Graduates
• Full UK driving licence and access to a car

Progression up to Associate level role may be available to those who work hard and show commitment to the practice and are able to assist in the growth of the company.

In addition to the salary are company benefits including:- 26 day’s holiday plus bank holidays, staff profit share (bonus) scheme, company pension scheme, payment of professional fees (up to one professional body), life cover, free car parking.

As a practice we operate a flexible week where currently up to 40% of your working week can be undertaken from home(6 months post probation). We will provide all new employees with either a fixed workstation or a laptop and will work with them to ensure a suitable working from home setup is in place, should this be required.

The practice arranges regular social events throughout the year including Summer and Christmas events and encourages participation in regular Charity challenges. The practice is proud to have a great working environment and excellent staff retention.

The practice is renowned for:

• Commitment to the training of staff and this role would be supported with CPDs provided to the individual where required.
• HoldingInvestors in People Gold since 2018
• Recognition of industry awards, including a nomination for Constructing Excellence SECBE Awards SME of the Year 2023.