Project Manager

Job Title: Project Manager (Construction)

Location: Hemel Hempstead (Hybrid working between Office, Site and Work from home)

Company: Construction - Building Contractor

Salary: Up to £55,000 + Benefits

About:

My client is a well-established building contractor based in Hemel Hepstead, providing expert building services to clients across various projects. Their commitment to excellence, innovation, and client satisfaction makes them a preferred partner for construction solutions.

They believe, in order to be a successful business is intrinsically linked to the growth and development of their team members. They are committed to nurturing talent and empowering our employees to reach their full potential.

Job Description:

Are you an experienced Project Manager looking to take the next step in your career? My client is seeking a dynamic and skilled individual to join the team in Hemel Hempstead and surrounding areas. In this role, you will play a crucial part in delivering high-quality services to clients.

Key Responsibilities:

Project Planning:

• Develop detailed project plans, including scope, timelines, milestones, and resource allocation.
• Define project objectives and ensure alignment with client goals.
• Collaborate with architects, engineers, and other stakeholders during the planning phase.
• Prepare and manage project budgets, including cost estimates, expenditure tracking, and financial reporting.
• Monitor costs and work to prevent cost overruns by identifying and mitigating potential issues.
• Create and maintain the project schedule, ensuring that all phases of construction are completed on time.
• Coordinate with subcontractors, suppliers, and other team members to ensure timely delivery of materials and labour.

Resource Management:

• Allocate resources, including labour, materials, and equipment, to optimise efficiency.
• Ensure that the project team is adequately staffed and trained.

Quality Control:

• Implement quality assurance and control measures to ensure the work meets the required standards and specifications.
• Conduct regular inspections and audits to verify compliance with quality and safety standards.

Communication:

• Serve as the primary point of contact between the client, project team, subcontractors, and other stakeholders.
• Facilitate effective communication to ensure all parties are informed of project progress, changes, and issues.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, ensuring their needs and expectations are met.
• Address any concerns or questions the client may have throughout the project.

Contract Management:

• Negotiate and manage contracts with clients, subcontractors, and suppliers.
• Ensure all contractual obligations are met and handle any disputes or changes to the contract.
• Address and resolve any issues that arise during the construction process, such as delays, conflicts, or unforeseen challenges.
• Make decisions to keep the project on track, balancing the needs of all stakeholders.

Safety Management:

• Develop and enforce safety protocols to ensure a safe working environment.
• Conduct safety training and ensure compliance with local, state, and federal safety regulations.

Documentation and Reporting:

• Maintain comprehensive project documentation, including contracts, change orders, and progress reports.
• Provide regular updates to the client and stakeholders, including financial reports and status updates.

Closeout and Handover:

• Ensure that all project requirements have been met before the final handover.
• Manage the project closeout process, including final inspections, punch lists, and documentation.
• Handover the completed project to the client and ensure they are satisfied with the outcome.

Requirements:

• Proven experience working as a project manager across a variety of construction projects.
• Ability to work under pressure and multitask
• Up to date knowledge of IT & relevant software
• Experience working on similar projects £10,000 - £1million
• Working towards or keen to work towards membership with a relevant professional body.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and negotiation abilities.
• Attention to detail and a commitment to delivering high-quality work.
• Knowledge of construction contracts (JCT/NEC)

Benefits:

• Competitive Salary
• Company Pool Car/Mileage
• Career development opportunities.
• A collaborative and innovative work environment.
• Pension Scheme
• Bonus Scheme
• Hybrid Working

How to Apply:

Interested candidates are invited to submit their CV to Neeve Truelove at Gold Group.

For further details contract or 01342 330 573

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