Project Manager

Our client is one of the leading Building and Civil Engineering Contractors operating throughout the UK and Ireland. 

This includes a specialist division that brings together the legacy of an industry leader and the ingenuity of a niche team. They create interior spaces that are truly fit for purpose, using their vision, creativity, ability and a wealth of experience. 

They are experts in construction, interior fit-out, commercial furniture, specialist joinery and facilities management. They deliver projects across all sectors - from high-end car showrooms and office fit-out schemes to fast-track retail build projects - often in live environments.

They are now seeking to recruit a Project Manager to join the team, focusing on fit out and minor building work projects. The opportunity may suit a strong site manager with the desire to take the next career steps.

Responsibilities

The successful Project Manager will possess responsibilities to:

Obtain a full understanding of the contract requirements and a comprehensive understanding of the tender pricing structure and strategy

Possess a prior understanding of tender prelims and develop a strategy which suit

Ensure that an effective and realistic Procurement Schedule is produced in conjunction with the Project Quantity Surveyor (PQS)

Lead the subcontractor procurement process and ensure that subcontractors are appointed on a timely basis

Ensure that regular commercial reviews are carried out in relation to all budgetary (cost/value) aspects of the project and to have a knowledgeable understanding of the NEC& JCT form of Contract.

Provide guidance, instruction and leadership to the PQS as and when necessary

Review and take ownership of the tender project programme and use this as a basis for producing a Construction programme.

Ensure that an effective and regimental snagging process is instigated, administered and conclude

Compile an Information Release Schedule which identifies specific timescales for release of all information from designers, clients, statutory bodies and issue to all relevant parties

Ensure that all appointed subcontractors are suitably experienced and competent in full compliance with the CDM Regulations

Develop and regularly review the CPHSP and ensure that this is approved by the CDMC prior to works commencing on site

Ensure daily safety briefing/coordination meetings with subcontractors take place.

Be familiar with all relevant H&S legislation, project H&S Files, O&M’s, Building Manuals and ensure full compliance and submitted in a timely manner

Develop the site quality management plan and ensure full compliance with all processes and procedures contained

The Individual

Relevant professional qualification

CSCS Card

Asbestos Awareness

Site Management Safety Training Scheme (SMSTS)

Strong prior project/site management experience, within a Construction background

Ability to build positive working relationships with clients, subcontractors and employees

Flexibility to travel though out the UK to fulfil the role

Full UK driving licence