Senior Project Manager

Senior Project Manager - Newcastle at Caddick Construction Limited

Summary:

Caddick Construction is a family-owned business renowned for quality, integrity, and innovation in the construction sector. We are seeking an experienced Senior Project Manager to join our team on projects in Newcastle. At Caddick Construction, we value our people and prioritize collaboration, transparency, and career development.

• Liaise with the Operations Director and site team to ensure the project is delivered on time and to budget.
• Ensure realistic project forecast handover dates and communicate effectively to the Contract Manager.
• Maintain strong knowledge of contractual obligations for the specific project.
• Participate in and provide updates for regular cost review meetings with the site teams.
• Prepare and maintain the project-specific quality plan, ensuring full implementation by all site-team members.
• Champion the highest standards of safety and quality at all times.
• Ensure no defects at practical completion with a robust snagging regime throughout the contract duration, especially at handover.
• Manage all aspects of construction programmes, schedules and trackers.
• Deputise for the Operations Director at Site Meetings as required.
• Develop strong working relationships with site teams, clients and subcontractors.
• Ensure the site complies with all health, safety, environmental and quality management systems.
• Manage and mentor the Site Team.
• Assist the Commercial team regarding legal, contract or insurance issues.
• Liaise with Social Value Manager where applicable to support client commitments.
• Any other reasonable duties to contribute to the effectiveness of the company and keep management informed.

• Extensive experience in managing large-scale construction projects and multi-disciplinary teams. Residential/Multiroom sector experience is ideal but not essential.
• Experience promoting and ensuring exemplary health and safety standards on large-scale projects.
• Technical knowledge of construction build processes and defects.
• Strong working knowledge of contract conditions, CDM regulations, Design Management, Programme and Risk Management, and cost control including forecasting, actual cost and value reporting.
• Experience managing Industrial and/or Commercial Projects up to £30 Million.
• Multi-skilled trade background or bachelor’s degree in construction management or related field.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel) and Power project.
• SMSTS or IOSH Managing Safely;
  First Aid Certificate.

• Ability to plan, manage and deliver successful projects with minimal guidance.
• Good knowledge of health and safety practices and legislation.
• Understands and applies commercial principles in terms of cost, profit, market and added value.
• Assertive with strong persuasion skills; excellent communication, people and team-management abilities.
• Strong time-management skills; ability to influence, motivate and mentor others.
• Ability to challenge designs and resolve problems to conclusion.

• Competitive compensation and benefits package to support your career.
• Career growth opportunities and professional development.
• A people-centred approach, prioritising collaboration, integrity, and long-term partnerships.
• Equal Opportunity Employer committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace.

• Health and Wellbeing:
  Employee Assistance Programme with 24/7 confidential support; cancer awareness initiatives and PSA testing, breast cancer awareness sessions.
• Birthday Day Off: discretionary day off each year to celebrate your birthday.
• Additional Annual Leave Purchase Scheme: purchase up to 5 extra days of holiday.
• Caddick Hub: colleague discounts on groceries, holidays, technology and cinema.
• Enhanced Family Friendly Leave: enhanced parental, maternity and paternity leave.
• Ride To Work Scheme: tax and NI savings on cycling.
• Pension: 5% employer contribution.
• Continuous Professional Development: access to learning and development opportunities.
• Private Healthcare & Medicash;
  Life Assurance with death-in-service cover up to 4x salary (age 70).

Location:

Newcastle Upon Tyne, England, United Kingdom

Seniority level:
Mid-Senior level

Employment type:

Full-time

Job function:
Project Management

Industries:
Construction