Project Manager
Our Client is seeking Project Managers with experience working with contractors or consulting engineers for client side Project Management work on an extensive capital works programme.
This role offers a defined career path with great potential for progression.
The role will involve managing the client’s interests on it’s Capital Major and Minor works and Maintenance programmes providing appropriate advice in the resolution of issues where appropriate. A critical objective for the involves optimising the existing Estate value and delivering best value for money. The successful applicant will assist in managing and monitoring both the construction programme and cost plan with a view to minimising the impact on same of any variations to the project.
Duties will include:
Keeping the project stakeholders informed of progress, cost and any other relevant issues.
Oversee the tender and contractor / consultant appointment process
Chair and minute project review meetings.
Ensuring that all buildings, services, and equipment under their control are adequately maintained in accordance with approved maintenance programmes.
Ensure smooth and timely flow of information between all parties to the contract.
Endeavour to identify and predict potential bottlenecks and delays and action remedies.
Agree valuations and final accounts for contractors and consultants.
Monitor build and material quality.
Ensure contractor and consultancy contractual compliance.
Assist in the front-end design planning and procurement of other projects within our client’s portfolio.
Our client is seeking candidates that:
Level 8 Degree in Engineering or Construction related
Have a minimum of 5 years engineering experience with a contractor or consulting engineers
Have a knowledge of current construction contracts and procurement methodologies.
Have a proven track record of seeing projects through to their successful completion.
Have a current driving licence and vehicle.
This is a rolling contract role initially with excellent prospects of permanent position with significant development potential.