Project Manager, Construction Manager​/ Foreman, Site Manager

We are recruiting for an experienced Project Manager to join a leading Tier 1 main contractor delivering major new-build commercial construction projects.

* To be considered for this position you must be based within 1 hours commute of Lincoln

The successful candidate will take overall responsibility for the successful delivery of construction projects, managing the project team from pre-construction and mobilisation through to completion and handover.

This is a key leadership position requiring a Project Manager with strong main contractor experience and a proven track record of delivering significant new-build projects safely, on programme, within budget and to a high standard.

Key Responsibilities

• Take overall responsibility for the successful delivery of new-build construction projects

• Manage projects from pre-construction and mobilisation through to completion and handover

• Lead and coordinate the site-based project delivery team

• Manage Site Managers, Engineers, Design Managers, Building Services Managers and other project personnel

• Work closely with the commercial team to maintain strong financial and contractual control

• Develop and manage the construction programme alongside the Project Planner

• Monitor progress against programme and implement corrective measures where required

• Manage subcontractors and ensure packages are delivered safely, efficiently and to programme

• Coordinate design, procurement and construction activities

• Chair project, progress and subcontractor meetings

• Maintain strong relationships with clients, consultants and key project stakeholders

• Identify and manage project risks and opportunities

• Ensure quality standards and specifications are maintained throughout construction

• Ensure compliance with company health & safety procedures and statutory requirements

• Monitor project resources and ensure appropriate labour, plant and materials are available

• Manage project reporting and provide regular progress updates to senior management

• Oversee commissioning, snagging, practical completion and final handover

• Ensure project documentation, O&M information and handover requirements are completed correctly

Candidate Requirements

• Proven experience as a Project Manager within a main contracting environment

• Tier 1 or major main contractor experience strongly preferred

• Demonstrable experience delivering significant new-build construction projects

• Strong commercial and contractual awareness

• Excellent understanding of construction methodology, sequencing and programming

• Experience managing multidisciplinary project teams and subcontractors

• Strong knowledge of health & safety, quality and construction compliance

• Excellent leadership, communication and decision-making skills

• Confident dealing directly with clients, consultants and senior stakeholders

• Ability to take full ownership of project delivery and drive performance across the project team

• Relevant construction qualification preferred

• SMSTS

• CSCS

• First Aid qualification preferred

The Opportunity

This is an excellent opportunity to join an established Tier 1 main contractor with a strong pipeline of new-build projects.

The position offers responsibility for significant construction schemes and the opportunity to work with experienced commercial, design, planning and building services teams