Job Title: Project Manager
Location: Leeds
Overall Objective:
* Lead and manage construction projects from initial concept through to completion, ensuring close collaboration with design consultants during the preconstruction phase.
* Deliver projects within established timescales, budgets, and to the highest standards.
* Motivate and guide teams to successfully deliver construction projects to completion.
* Working on projects refurbishing bridges and highways schemes would be beneficial.
Key Accountabilities:
* Plan and schedule workforce requirements for internal teams and subcontractors, ensuring sufficient resources during peak workloads and holidays.
* Monitor and manage project schedules to ensure timely progress and delivery.
* Submit key reports accurately and on time for client systems.
* Control and monitor preliminary costs, collaborating closely with the Commercial team to ensure efficient project delivery.
* Oversee and maintain quality standards for all project outputs.
* Ensure all worksites and teams comply with Health & Safety regulations at all times.
* Manage individual large projects or multiple smaller schemes simultaneously.
* Identify and address potential issues promptly to keep projects moving forward.
* Build and maintain effective working relationships with clients and colleagues, ensuring clear and effective communication at all levels.
* Tailor services to meet specific client or customer needs using relevant information.
* Perform day–to–day line management responsibilities, including recruitment, induction, training, appraisals, absence management, and addressing grievances and disciplinary matters.
* Prepare and submit timely, accurate site reports.
Note: This list of duties is not exhaustive. Responsibilities may vary to reflect changing priorities or business needs without materially altering the role's nature or level of responsibility.
General Responsibilities:
* Contribute to maintaining high standards of Health and Safety across all activities to ensure compliance with legislation.
* Actively participate in personal and professional development, appraisals, and identified training opportunities for yourself and others.
* Promote fairness and equality in the workplace, treating everyone with respect and dignity.
Key Measurements:
* Compliance with Health & Safety audits.
* Successful delivery of projects on time and within budget.
Experience & Qualifications:
* Minimum of 3 years experience in contracting and development.
* Strong financial awareness.
* Comprehensive knowledge of Health & Safety regulations.
* Experience working in the public sector with excellent customer communication skills.
* Solid planning and organizational abilities.
Personal Skills:
* Encourages and supports team members.
* Stays focused and adaptable when managing competing priorities.
* Approaches challenging goals with enthusiasm.
* Adapts communication styles to meet the needs of colleagues and clients.
* Performs effectively under pressure.
* Provides support and guidance to others to help them excel in their roles.
* Exceptional time management and attention to detail.
* Seeks and uses customer feedback to improve service delivery.
* Builds strong rapport with clients and stakeholders.
* Maintains professionalism and sets a positive example.
* Demonstrates active listening and customer–focused problem–solving.