Trainee Project Manager - Exeter, EX20 2DA

Princebuild Ltd; London; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A construction firm is seeking a Trainee Project Manager to join their team. In this full-time position, you will receive comprehensive training and gain hands-on experience in project management. Ideal candidates will have a GCSE or equivalent in English and demonstrate strong leadership skills. The role offers a competitive salary and various employee perks, including holiday allowances and development opportunities.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Corporate clothing

Employee profit share scheme

21 days holiday plus bank holidays

Health and wellbeing support

Qualifications

• GCSE or equivalent Grade C or above in English Language, Literacy and Numeracy.
• Exceptional leadership skills.
• Competent in the use of a range of IT packages.
• An understanding of Health & Safety legislation.
• Positive attitude and team integration.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with project managers to oversee construction projects.
• Co-ordinate teams to ensure projects meet deadlines.
• Support and monitor Health & Safety practices.
• Prepare reports and monitor project performance.

Skills

Exceptional leadership skills

Competent in IT packages

Good organisational skills

Proactive attitude

Understanding of Health & Safety legislation

Education

GCSE or equivalent Grade C or above in English Language, Literacy and Numeracy

Tools

Procore

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Project

Job description

Enthusiastic Trainee Project Manager in the Construction Industry

Are you an ambitious individual seeking a career in Project Management in the construction industry? We are offering an exciting opportunity for a Trainee Project Manager to join our Works Department in a site based role at Oakhampton, EX20 2DA.

This initial twelve-month project offers hands on experience in a dynamic construction environment. There is a potential for continued employment beyond this project depending on future contracts and performance.

Whether you have a construction background or are looking to pursue a management course, this role will provide you with comprehensive training and growth opportunities. Join our thriving team and help to shape our future with an exceptional career at Princebuild.

If you can provide great work, we can provide a great work package with many team perks!

What We Offer

• Competitive salary, corporate clothing, generous long service award scheme, employee profit share scheme, 21 days holiday plus bank holidays, finish early on Fridays, additional holiday awarded after 2 years' of continuous service, departmental perks and bonus'
• Positive working environment, Princebuild Founders Trust, health and wellbeing support from our qualified Mental Health First Aiders,
• Excellent career progression, continuous training and development, investment in community projects through Princebuild Foundation
• Equal Opportunities, Positive about disabled people and Investors in People accredited company
  
  

Fantastic variety of social events and charity work organised by the Company throughout the year

What we need

• GCSE or equivalent Grade C or above in English Language, Literacy and Numeracy
• Exceptional leadership skills
• Competent in the use of a range of IT packages
• An understanding of Health & Safety legislation and compliance
• Self-motivated and proactive
• Positive attitude and the ability to integrate and be an active part in the team
• Good organisational skills and the ability to prioritise to meet deadlines
• Willingness to undertake training programmes as deemed necessary by the Company
• Keen to pursue personal development needs and maintain up to date knowledge
  
  

Due to the nature of our works, the Company requires all employees to undertake an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. This will include a check against the Childrens and Adults Barred List. Given that client vetting requirements vary and change, you may be required to undergo a variety of vetting checks for our clients during your employment and this may result in further checks at intervals determined by the Company and in accordance with applicable regulations.

We look forward to you working with us!

Job Description

The Trainee Project Manager will be learning how to carry out a diverse range of tasks on a live construction project that includes a variety of trade disciplines.

The primary role of the Trainee Project Manager will be to learn the role of and assist the Project Manager in ensuring that the allocated project is run efficiently and profitably ensuring full compliance to Health & Safety legislation, CDM regulations and contract conditions. The most critical conditions being that all work is completed to a high standard, in a safe working manner, within programme and to the total satisfaction of our client.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with experienced project managers to learn and assist in overseeing construction projects.
• Co-ordinate with various teams to ensure projects are delivered on time and within budget.
• Embrace a proactive approach to problem solving and contribute to project planning and execution.
• Supporting and monitoring Health & Safety practices and CDM regulations on site.
• Attendance of regular site meetings with client, architect, quantity surveyor, planning supervisor etc.
• Assisting and learning the preparation of reports, programmes, progress and profitability reports.
• Contribute to formulating valuations and final accounts.
• Managing the latest construction management software, Procore and 1Breadcrumb.
• Learn how to procure, negotiate terms and monitor the performance of sub-contractors and suppliers.
• Site administration and performing routine checks.
• Identify and implement improvements to any aspect of the service that we provide.
• Understand how to source new clients and suppliers.
• Ensure that exceptional levels of customer care are always provided.
• Produce relevant monthly reports for the Project Manager e.g. cost and value comparisons, turnover forecasts etc. ensuring information is complete and accurate.
• Contribute to and attend financial and progress meetings with the client, engineers and subcontractors as required.
• Provide support to the site team to optimise the use of contract resources.
• Provide support for the Project Manager in terms of data input etc.
• Achieving deadlines in line with requirements.
• Provide cover for other associated staff during times of absence.
• Regular use of our bespoke computer system and other software packages such as Word, Excel and Project.
• We undertake contracts and projects for varied companies that require our employees to undertake clearances along with an Enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service clearance.
  
  

Duties and responsibilities will vary in line with progress and training levels.

Terms

The above information should only be used as a guide to the duties and responsibilities expected of the Trainee Project Manager. It should be noted that the duties and responsibilities might not include or be limited to the information given above as these may vary from time to time, depending on the contracts in hand and in accordance with the managers discretion.

This is a full time position and hours of work will be 42 hours per week. This will also involve daily travel and working away as deemed necessary for the needs of the business.

07:45hrs to 17:15hrs Monday to Thursday

07:45hrs to 16:45hrs Friday

Personal Competencies

• Able to adapt communication skills to maintain and manage a variety of situations.
• Present a professional image and promote the Princebuild brand.
• Plan and prioritise personal objectives along with the Companys priorities.
• Understand the needs of the Company, client and colleagues and responds appropriately to required needs.
• Make well informed, effective and timely decisions even when faced with unpleasant consequences and perceived impact these decisions has on others.
• Encourage others to develop themselves and act as a role model.
• Ability to adapt to a changing environment.
• Positive attitude and the ability to integrate and be an active part in the team.
• Encourages and develops ideas and innovations for current or new situations.
• Commercial awareness and understanding of the Construction process.
• Remains resilient when under pressure and encourages optimism.
• Aware of own impact on others and takes peoples feelings and needs into consideration
  
  

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