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Our business is truly special; part of the Eric Wright Group, and wholly owned by the Eric Wright Charitable Trust, we are a commercially focused business with a social purpose. Forward thinking and people focussed, we retain our traditional values and are extremely proud of our dedicated, passionate and friendly colleagues who live our values and work hard to make a difference every day. Our business would not be the business it is today without its people, we strive to develop and nurture talent, provide a positive healthy environment empowering our people to be the best they can be.


For more than 100 years, Eric Wright Construction has combined experience, expertise, and a talented team to deliver high-quality schemes that make a lasting, positive impact on the society and communities we work in. We are committed to working closely with local labour, suppliers, and partners wherever possible, creating employment opportunities, supporting local economies, and leaving a meaningful legacy long after each project is complete.

What You'll Do

As an industry experienced Project Manager, you will manage and coordinate all project construction activities, ensuring delivery of all project objectives in line with safety, quality, programme, and cost requirements. You will lead your team to success with exceptional leadership and a strong focus on collaboration, performance, and accountability.

Lead the project team ensuring that the highest possible health and safety standards are maintained at all times and that the appropriate safety culture is developed on site with site team and sub-contractors. Ensure safety is the number one priority of all members of the team. Manage the site team - supervise and develop site staff and ensure competency of individuals to carry out delegated duties. Assemble and structure a competent team and monitor development and performance of individual team members. Manage and co-ordinate all site activities. Establish and chair daily co-ordination meetings with the sub contractors on site, recording the minutes on the daily diary. Communicate daily co-ordination minutes to supply chain management and supervisors and work force daily. Contribute to and manage the project to achieve the "Master Programme". Develop and manage the "Target Programme" and align the design and procurement to ensure that the dates, periods, milestones and end date is achieved. Ensure short range programmes for the works are produced, monitored daily updated weekly and filed accordingly. Provide all necessary progress reports for internal and external reporting functions. Control all aspects of interface with general public and external authorities.

What You'll Bring

Appropriate construction qualification e g HNC / BSc / BEng Membership or working towards membership of appropriate industry organisation e.g. MCIOB Have contract management experience and be capable of managing packages of work. Will have attended relevant health & safety courses to fulfil role. Site management experience Knowledge of construction contracts and procedures Competent in relevant IT skills Technically qualified in chosen discipline Ability to interpret engineering specifications and drawings A qualified First Aider, or willing to train as one Possess relevant CSCS card. Good level of communication skills. SMSTS Qualification.

Our Values

At the heart of everything we do are four core values:

Integrity

- We're transparent, honest, and accountable. We build trust and deliver lasting impact.

Excellence

- We go beyond expectations with expertise, determination, and attention to detail.

Respect

- We're inclusive, compassionate, and professional. Every voice matters.

Innovation

- We think differently, solve problems creatively, and embrace a "can do" attitude.

How You'll Work

We're looking for someone who lives our behaviours:

Be authentic

- Say what you mean, keep your promises, and build trust

Be accountable

- Own your work, celebrate success, and learn from setbacks

Belong

- Be part of something bigger, rooted in community and purpose

Be the best you can

- Give your all, ask for support, and grow with us

Be motivated

- Strive for excellence and take charge of your development

Be safe

- Look after yourself and others--safe people, safe place

Be inclusive

- Treat everyone with fairness, respect, and equality

Be empathetic

- Listen deeply and value every voice

Be open

- Share feedback, celebrate strengths, and speak up for what's right

Be collaborative

- Offer support, share knowledge, and learn from others

Be inspiring

- Lead with positivity, embrace innovation, and foster teamwork

Be bold

- Speak up, be curious, and help shape the future

Why Join Us?

Be part of a business that exists to make a difference Thrive in a healthy, empowering environment Work with passionate, dedicated colleagues who live our values Enjoy real opportunities to grow and shape your future Good salary and benefits offer

Our offer

Enhanced annual leave

starting at 26 Days + bank holidays rising with service

Enhanced Paid Family Leave

- maternity, paternity, adoption, fertility, compassion, bereavement, crisis, emergency dependants, and much more

Learning and development

- we offer a range of learning opportunities to develop talent at all levels within our business focussing on technical competence, upskilling, compliance and governance and career development.

Pension

-- 6.5% employer contribution of your salary into your pension to help you save for the future

BUPA -

optional scheme and can include your family to the scheme (50% contribution)

Group Income Protection -

50% of your salary covered for 3 years for long term illness

Health Plans

- optional, including dental, cash health plans and critical illness

EAP

- Employee Assistance Programme through Health Assured, supporting you and your family with advice, guidance and counselling on a variety of areas such as health, fitness, home life, finances and much more.

Mental Health support

- through the

Thrive app

, approved by the NHS, provides tools, to tackle, prevent and manage common stressors such as sleep, bereavement, work issues etc. Also provides relaxation, breathing and meditation techniques and measures impact.

Savings scheme -

Put aside an affordable amount for a rainy day in the future

Recognition awards

- awards for long service and special birthdays

Onsite gym

- we have a gym on site at Head Office - free to use

Company Doctor

- for when you can't get to see your own or if you have any health concerns A comprehensive

health and wellbeing strategy

focussed on physical, emotional, financial and career wellbeing A wide range of enhanced benefits to support your

well-being and work-life balance

Our Ethos:

Working at the Eric Wright Group of companies is truly special. Owned 100% by the Eric Wright Charitable Trust, we are a commercially focused business with a social purpose, which means that after reinvestment in the business, our profit is donated to charity via the Trust. This ownership structure provides a high level of stability for the Group and supports longer-term commercial and charitable strategies. Our reputation is built on our Chairman's founding principles of a company that must be profitable, ethical and farsighted, as a result we have people, community and social value at our heart. The companies across the Group regularly collaborate to deliver outstanding results on bespoke projects for both public and private sector clients.


We are extremely proud of our dedicated, passionate and friendly colleagues who live our values and work hard to make a difference in communities every day.

Equal opportunity statement:

At Eric Wright Group, our clients come from all walks of life and so do we. We hire great people from a wide variety of backgrounds, who share of values, not just because it's the right thing to do, but because it makes our company stronger.

Safeguarding if required

The Eric Wright Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the wellbeing of its employees, contractors and clients and expects its people to share this commitment. Successful applicants may be required to undertake a Disclosure and Barring (DBS) check or Disclosure Scotland check and to provide proof of their right to work in the UK. We are committed to equal opportunities, inclusion and fairness across all employment opportunities and service delivery. All managers and employees are expected to promote our values to ensure our workplaces and services are inclusive and accessible.