Project Manager

Our clients are looking for a proactive and commercially aware Project Manager to join their growing team, if you are a Civil Engineering graduate seeking your first move into the industry we would love to hear from you too!
This is a hands-on role for a Project Manager who can take ownership of projects from pre-start through to completion. You will be responsible for coordinating labour, materials, subcontractors, programme, quality and client communication to ensure projects are delivered safely, on time and to the required standard.
The role will suit someone with experience in construction project management who is organised, practical, confident in dealing with site teams and contractors, and able to keep control of multiple moving parts at once.
Key Responsibilities
* Manage construction projects from pre-start to completion
* Coordinate site teams, subcontractors and suppliers
* Monitor progress against programme and report on key milestones
* Identify delays, risks and issues early and take action to mitigate them
* Attend site meetings with main contractors, clients and consultants
* Ensure works are carried out safely and in line with company procedures
* Check quality of works on site and ensure issues are resolved promptly
* Review drawings, specifications and project information
* Organise procurement and deliveries to maintain programme
* Manage project costs, variations and commercial awareness on site
* Maintain clear communication between office, site teams, subcontractors and clients
* Prepare and issue progress updates, reports and project correspondence
* Support successful handover, testing and completion of projects
Requirements
* Strong organisational and communication skills
* Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities
* Good understanding of construction sequencing and site operations
* Experience dealing with subcontractors, suppliers and main contractors
* Ability to read and interpret construction drawings
* Commercial awareness and understanding of project budgets and variations
* Good IT skills including Microsoft Office
* Full UK driving licence
* Masters in Civil Engineering
Desirable
* Experience in leisure, mechanical, specialist fit-out or related construction works
* NVQ relevant to construction
* SMSTS, SSSTS, CSCS and First Aid qualifications
* Experience working on new build leisure or commercial projects
We endeavour to reply to all applications, however, if you haven`t heard from us within 7 days, you have been unsuccessful with this particular role. You are very welcome to apply to future advertisements placed by Grafters Recruitment Consultants / Grafters Accountancy Personnel