Details:
- Salary: £65,000 - 80,000 - Annum
- Job Type: Permanent
- Job Status: Full-Time
- Salary Per: Annum
- Location: Braintree Essex
- Date: 2 days ago
Description:
Project Manager – Construction
Location: Essex, Cambridgeshire & London
Salary: £65,000–£80,000 + Package
The Opportunity
An established and growing construction and refurbishment contractor is seeking an experienced Project Manager to join its team and deliver a varied portfolio of projects across Essex, Cambridgeshire and London.
Working across a diverse range of sectors, including NHS and healthcare, office refurbishments, public sector schemes and regeneration projects, this is an excellent opportunity for a commercially aware and delivery-focused Project Manager to take ownership of projects from inception through to completion.
The successful candidate will have a strong background in construction project management, excellent organisational skills and the ability to programme and manage complex projects effectively. Proficiency in Microsoft Project, with programming experience being essential, is a key requirement for this position.
Key Responsibilities
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Manage construction, refurbishment and regeneration projects from pre-construction through to practical completion and handover.
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Develop, maintain and update detailed project programmes using Microsoft Project.
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Monitor project progress against agreed programmes, identifying potential delays and implementing corrective measures.
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Coordinate subcontractors, consultants, suppliers and internal teams to ensure projects are delivered safely, on time and within budget.
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Oversee project budgets, costs, variations and commercial performance in collaboration with the commercial team.
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Ensure all works comply with current health and safety legislation, quality standards and contractual requirements.
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Maintain strong relationships with clients, stakeholders and project teams, providing regular progress updates and reports.
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Identify and manage project risks, resolving issues proactively to maintain programme and quality objectives.
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Ensure appropriate quality control procedures are implemented throughout the project lifecycle.
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Manage project documentation, progress meetings, reporting and handover procedures.
About You
To be considered for this opportunity, you will ideally have:
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Proven experience as a Project Manager within the construction industry.
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A strong track record of delivering refurbishment, fit-out, healthcare, public sector or similar construction projects.
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Essential: Strong programming skills using Microsoft Project, including the ability to develop, manage and update detailed construction programmes.
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Excellent knowledge of construction methods, sequencing, project delivery and programme management.
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Experience managing subcontractors, consultants and multiple project stakeholders.
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A sound understanding of health and safety requirements, quality assurance and construction contracts.
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Strong commercial awareness and the ability to manage project costs and resources effectively.
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Excellent communication, leadership and problem-solving skills.
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The ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver projects to demanding deadlines.
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Relevant construction qualifications, such as an HNC, HND or degree, would be advantageous.
The Package
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Salary: £65,000–£80,000, depending on experience.
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Additional benefits and package.
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Opportunity to work across a varied portfolio of projects in Essex, Cambridgeshire and London.
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A challenging and rewarding role with responsibility for delivering high-quality construction projects across a range of sectors