Project Manager

We are looking for an experienced and commercially aware Project Manager to take responsibility for the successful delivery of multiple construction projects from handover through design, manufacture, installation and final completion.
Working within a specialist subcontracting environment, you will coordinate our internal Design, Commercial, Manufacturing and Installation teams. ensuring projects are delivered safely, on programme, within budget and accordance with the agreed contractual scope.
This is a hands-on role requiring strong organisation, communication and commercial awareness. You will be the key link between our business, main contractors, site teams, designers and supply chain.
Key Responsibilities.
1. Take ownership of projects following internal handover from Sales/Estimating.
2. Review subcontract documentation, scope, drawings, specifications and programme requirements.
3. Identify project risks, exclusions, design responsibilities and potential scope gaps at an early stage.
4. Develop and maintain project programmes, key dates and deliverables.
5. Coordinate design information, approvals, technical submissions and drawing releases schedules.
6. Ensure information is released in sufficient time to meet procurement, manufacturing and installation requirements.
7. Laise closely with the factory/manufacturing team regarding production requirements and priorities.
8. Coordinate site surveys, dimensions and information required for manufacture.
9. Plan and manage installation activities across multiple live construction sites.
10. Attend pre-start, progress, design & coordination meetings with main contractors and clients.
11. Monitor project progress against programme and take corrective action where required. (Being Proactive and 'NOT' reactive!)
12. Ensure variations, delays, disruptions and additional works are identified and communicated promptly to the commercial team.
13. Maintain appropriate records to protect the company's contractual and commercial position(s).
14. Manage subcontract installers and ensure labour resources meet programme requirements.
15. Ensure RAMS, permits, site requirements and Health & Safety documentation are in place before works commence.
16. Work with the commercial team to monitor project costs, variations, applications and final accounts.
17. Manage snagging, defects, completion and handover.
18. Provide regular project reporting covering programme, commercial position, design status, manufacturing, installation, risks and actions.
19. Build strong working relationships with clients and main contractors while protecting the interests of the business.
About You:-
You will ideally have experience as a Project Manager within construction, specialist subcontracting, fit-out, interiors, joinery, washrooms, IPS, cubicles or a similar environment.
You should be:-
1. Commercially aware and confident working within subcontractor arrangements.
2. Experienced in managing projects from design through manufacture and site installations.
3. Able to read and understand construction drawings and specifications.
4. Comfortable challenging unrealistic programmes or requirements.
5. Experienced in dealing with main contractors, site managers and design teams.
6. Able to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
7. Highly organised with storing communication skills.
8. Proactive in identifying risks before they become project issues.
9. Comfortable working in fast paced/ high pressured SME environments where individuals are expected to take ownership.
10. Competent with Microsoft Office and construction management systems.
Desirable:-
SMSTS
CSCS (Black Managers Card.)
Construction related qualification.
Experience of IPS, washroom systems, cubicles, Fit-Out, joinery or specialist interiors.
Experience coordinating factory/manufacturing requirements with site programmes.
Understanding of subcontract notices, variations, extensions of time and change management.
What we can offer:-
This is an opportunity to join a growing specialist construction business where you will have genuine ownership of your projects whilst working directly with the senior management team.
We are looking for someone who takes responsibility, communicates effectively and understands that successful project management requires equal focus on programme, quality, safety, design and commercial performance.
Due to the nature of the role, the successful candidate will be required to travel UK wide as projects dictate and overnight stays when required. (Fully expensed by the business)
Competitive salary, expensed electric company car and benefits package available to the right candidate