Job Description

Senior Project Manager Opportunity Antrim Based (with travel to London)

Mivan is a dynamic and progressive specialist joinery and interior fit-out contractor with a reputation for excellence and innovation. We are currently looking for an experienced and driven Senior Project Manager to establish, coordinate and manage a landmark fit-out project.


Candidates should have extensive experience on new build and fit-out type projects and a third level qualification in a related subject or experience in a similar Project Management role The ideal candidate will be commercially astute with strong leadership and people management skills and the ability to negotiate and influence.

Main duties will include:

Develop comprehensive project plans and ensure all necessary resources are in place to meet deadlines. Establish and manage project budgets, ensuring delivery within financial targets. Ensure all work meets client specifications and quality standards, including implementation of the Control Quality Plan and Inspection & Test Plans (ITPs). Ensure compliance with all relevant environmental, health, and safety regulations. Effectively manage all project resources including staff, labour, plant, materials, subcontractors, and internal departments (e.g., design and factory teams). Set clear targets and reporting procedures, and measure team and stakeholder performance against these standards. Act as the primary liaison with clients and their representatives, providing regular updates and resolving issues promptly. Proactively develop and maintain strong client relationships to encourage repeat business and referrals. Ensure contractual conditions are adhered to and maintain accurate, contemporary records to protect the companys position. Implement and uphold company Operations and Safety Management Procedures on all projects. Demonstrate a high standard of safety at all times throughout the project. Undertake any other responsibilities within your knowledge, experience, or competency as requested by senior management.

If you are an experienced Senior Project Manager ready to take the next step in your career then this is an excellent opportunity to work on iconic projects for a dynamic and successful company.

What we offer

We will reward you with a competitive salary and benefits package, training and personal development opportunities and a range of initiatives designed to support a healthy work/life balance.

Core benefits include:

Additional holidays Enhanced pension Health Cash Plan Length of service awards Employee wellness programme Working from home scheme Holiday purchase scheme

Closing date for applications is Friday 15

th

August 2025

Mivan is an Equal Opportunities Employer

JOB DESCRIPTION

Job Title:



Senior Project Manager





Department:



Operations





Reporting to:



Contracts Director





Direct Reports:



Site Staff




Job Purpose:


To establish, coordinate, and manage the necessary resources to ensure high-end fit-out projects are delivered safely, on time, within budget, and to the clients satisfaction. The Senior Project Manager will lead the project team, maintain strong client relationships, and uphold the highest standards of quality, safety, and professionalism throughout the project lifecycle.




Key Responsibilities:

Project Planning & Execution

Develop comprehensive project plans and ensure all necessary resources are in place to meet deadlines. Monitor progress and take proactive steps to ensure timely completion, including administering delays in line with contract and producing timeslice reports. Establish and manage project budgets, ensuring delivery within financial targets.

Quality & Compliance

Ensure all work meets client specifications and quality standards, including implementation of the Control Quality Plan and Inspection & Test Plans (ITPs). Maintain up-to-date site information, risk assessments and ensure all personnel adhere to the project plan and safety procedures. Ensure compliance with all relevant environmental, health, and safety regulations.

Resource & Team Management

Effectively manage all project resources including staff, labour, plant, materials, subcontractors, and internal departments (e.g., design and factory teams). Embed a culture of high performance within your team Set clear targets and reporting procedures, and measure team and stakeholder performance against these standards. Mentor and support junior team members to foster a high-performance culture.

Client & Stakeholder Engagement

Act as the primary liaison with clients and their representatives, providing regular updates and resolving issues promptly. Proactively develop and maintain strong client relationships to encourage repeat business and referrals.

Commercial & Contractual Oversight

Monitor financial performance using the Cost Value Report and take steps to minimise costs and maximise value. Ensure contractual conditions are adhered to and maintain accurate, contemporary records to protect the companys position. Participate in value engineering exercises to enhance project profitability.

Operational Excellence

Implement and uphold company Operations and Safety Management Procedures on all projects. Demonstrate a high standard of safety at all times throughout the project. Set up and maintain robust site administration systems to ensure accurate documentation and reporting. Support bid and tender processes as required.

Additional Duties

Undertake any other responsibilities within your knowledge, experience, or competency as requested by senior management.

P

ERSON SPECIFICATION

Essential Criteria


Extensive project management experience on new build and fit-out type projects. Third level qualification in a related subject or experience in a similar Project Management role. The right behaviours to promote focused & harmonious working relationships through all project stakeholders.

Principal contractor experience with CDM. Excellent leadership, organisational, negotiation and communication skills.

Ability to plan and organise workload to meet project milestones. Sound commercial acumen, cost awareness and IT skills. Ability to build and promote successful customer relationships. Management skills to motivate a multidisciplinary team to deliver to the project specification. Willingness to travel; overnight stays throughout the UK will be required.



Preferred Criteria


Trades background with extensive management experience. CSCS/CSR Managers card (or equivalent).



Competencies


Accurate and quality conscious Leadership Professional Excellent communication skills Committed

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