Project Manager Construction

Our client is a major Building and Civil Engineering Contractor operating throughout the UK

Due to an increasing workload, they now have a requirement for a Project Manager from a main construction contractor background to get involved in a number of recently awarded £multi-million construction/build and refurbishment projects in London.

Experience of project managing values of £5 million to £50 million

Significant experience of major construction and refurbishment projects

The position is for major construction projects in the London area.

In order to be considered you will have significant experience as the lead project manager in delivering the full build on £ multi-million commercial, healthcare and educational projects or similar. 

Prospects are fantastic and the starting salary is very competitive.

The Role

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 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

Already experienced as a Project Manager you will have a relevant industry qualification (HND/HNC/BEng) or equivalent).  You will have a hands-on approach to the commercial and planning aspects of the project and you will have extensive construction/build project management experience.

Qualifications

CSCS Card

Asbestos Awareness

Site Management Safety Training Scheme (SMSTS)

Experience

Essential

Strong prior project management experience, preferably within a Construction background

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