Job Description

Role Purpose:

The Project Manager leads and mentors the project team to ensure the successful delivery of projects, consistently meeting or exceeding profit targets. They are responsible for closing out projects within the agreed cost, time, quality, and safety parameters. The Project Manager reports directly to the Construction Manager.

Key Accountabilities

Project Leadership:Oversee the planning, execution, and completion of construction projects, ensuring alignment with client objectives and company standards.

Team Management:Lead, motivate, and support multidisciplinary project teams, fostering a collaborative and results-driven work environment.

Programme and Budget Control:Develop and manage project timelines and budgets, proactively identifying risks and implementing corrective actions to maintain progress and profitability.

Stakeholder Coordination:*Act as the primary point of contact for clients, consultants, subcontractors, and internal teams, ensuring clear communication and stakeholder satisfaction throughout the project lifecycle.

Health, Safety & Quality Compliance:*Ensure all site activities are carried out in compliance with health, safety, environmental, and quality standards, promoting a culture of safety and continuous improvement.

Pre-Construction Responsibilities

Support the Pre-Construction team in developing proposals for construction programmes and build methodology. Contribute to the development and management of the Project Risk Register. Interpret and communicate the Employers' Requirements and Contractor's Proposals across all procurement, design, and construction phases. Assist the project team in responding to tender enquiries, particularly regarding interface responsibilities and defining subcontractor scopes of work. Create detailed site logistics plans, build methodology, and phasing strategies to support project delivery. Prepare the Construction Phase Plan and Construction Management Plan in accordance with the 2015 CDM regulations. Develop and maintain construction programmes using Microsoft Project. Review tender documentation and contribute to post-tender strategy planning. Represent the company in client presentations and interviews for new business opportunities. Build and maintain strong working relationships with clients, consultants, and the supply chain.

Project Delivery Responsibilities:

Ensure safe, on-time project delivery while achieving or exceeding profit targets. Provide strong leadership to the project team, maintaining focus, discipline, and alignment with the project plan. Drive success across key project metrics, including programme, profitability, safety, quality, and customer satisfaction. Monitor and report monthly on progress related to programme, financial performance, health & safety, and quality standards. Approve subcontractor orders and programme schedules in line with project objectives. Oversee project progress to ensure compliance with health, safety, and environmental regulations. Select, appoint, and manage subcontractors to meet project requirements and quality expectations. Ensure timely information flow from the design team and subcontractors to support smooth procurement and construction phases. Monitor and mitigate project risks to meet or exceed delivery and performance targets. Develop a financial strategy in collaboration with the Commercial Manager to meet financial goals. Work closely with the Commercial Manager to maximise margins and ensure timely valuations. Establish effective planning, cost, and financial controls to ensure accurate and up-to-date project data. Manage and coordinate the RFI schedule with the design team to ensure timely responses. Lead weekly briefings with site managers to assess progress, address issues, and maintain momentum. Conduct regular (minimum fortnightly) meetings with subcontractors to review programme progress, labour resourcing, and material procurement.

People Management

Deploy appropriate project teams aligned with capability and competency requirements. Effectively induct new team members, clearly defining roles, responsibilities, and expectations. Coach and mentor direct reports to unlock potential, drive performance, and maintain team engagement. Collaborate with other departments to maximise resource efficiency and foster cross-functional learning. Lead by example in promoting behaviours that support Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI) across the project team.

Continuous Improvement

Stay informed of industry developments, regulatory changes, and emerging best practices. Promote a culture of continuous improvement by sharing insights, encouraging innovation, and adopting lessons learned. Ensure full compliance with all relevant company policies, procedures, systems, and tools in line with role responsibilities.

Training & Certification

Professional Accreditation:Corporate membership of a recognised professional body such as MCIOB or RICS is desirable.

Technical Proficiency:Competent in the use of Microsoft Project, Excel, and Word.

Experience:*Minimum of 5 years' experience in construction management or a related leadership role.

Key Competencies

Leadership:*Inspires, motivates, and empowers others while providing clear direction and setting high standards.

Initiative:Acts proactively, takes ownership, and works independently with confidence.

Decision Making:*Makes prompt and effective decisions, demonstrating strong financial awareness.

Customer Focus:*Understands and responds to customer needs, ensuring high levels of satisfaction.

Quality & Productivity:*Continuously monitors output, ensuring high standards of work and efficient delivery.

Benefits:

Company vehicle Annual performance related bonus 20 days holiday (plus bank holidays) An extra day off for your birthday A wellbeing day

Salary negotiable dependent on experience

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: 60,000.00-80,000.00 per year

Licence/Certification:

Driving Licence (required)
Work authorisation:

United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person