Project Coordinator / CDM Coordinator / Junior Project Manager

We're recruiting on behalf of a well-established and innovative organisation seeking an experienced Project Delivery Lead to join their growing team in Newhaven. This is a full-time, permanent position working Monday to Thursday, 8:30am to 5:00pm, and Friday,8:30am to 4:00pm. This is an exciting opportunity for a construction-focused project professional to take ownership of projects from inception through to successful completion, ensuring delivery against programme, budget, quality, and safety objectives.

The Role

As a Project Delivery Lead, you will oversee multiple projects within a wider programme of works, working closely with internal teams, clients, and subcontractors to ensure projects are delivered efficiently and to the highest standards.

Key responsibilities include:

• Managing multiple projects and monitoring progress against key milestones.
• Producing and maintaining project documentation.
• Communicating effectively with internal and external stakeholders.
• Ensuring compliance with current Health & Safety legislation and best practice.
• Conducting regular project reviews and progress meetings.
• Maintaining accurate project records and documentation.
• Managing project quality and ensuring all deliverables meet required standards.
• Identifying project risks and implementing mitigation strategies.
• Managing subcontractors throughout the project lifecycle.
• Providing regular project updates and performance reports to senior management.
• Keeping up to date with industry developments and construction technologies.

About You

To be successful in this role, you will be a proactive and solutions-focused individual with strong organisational and stakeholder management skills.

You will have:

• Previous experience in a similar Project Delivery, Project Management, or Site Management role.
• A recognised Construction Site Management qualification.
• Strong knowledge of construction industry practices, CDM regulations, and Health & Safety requirements.
• Experience using construction project management software such as FieldView, ViewPoint, InnDex, Insite, or similar.
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.
• Strong IT skills, including Microsoft Office applications.
• Commercial awareness and the ability to manage project delivery independently.
• A full UK driving licence.
• Significant construction industry experience, ideally 5+ years.

First Recruitment Services is acting as an employment business in relation to this assignment.