Project Manager

Durham, County Durham
Orchard Recruitment Solutions LTD

Project Manager

North East

Permanent

Salary Dependent on Experience

The Client

Our client is a family-owned Construction business renowned for quality, integrity and innovation in the sector. They are now looking for an experienced Senior Site Manager to join their team due to a number of upcoming projects across the Residential / Commercial sectors.

The Role

• Liaise with the Contracts Manager and site team to ensure the project is delivered on time and to budget.
• Project forecast handover dates are realistic and communicated effectively to the Contract Manager.
• Have a knowledge of contractual obligations for the specific project.
• Participate and provide updates for the regular cost review meetings with the site teams.
• Prepare and maintain the project specific quality plan ensuring that it is fully implemented by all members of the site team.
• Ensure the highest standards of Safety and Quality are Championed at all times.
• No defects are evident at practical completion and a robust regime of snagging is in place throughout the contract duration but particularly at handover stage.
• Manage all aspects of construction programmes, schedules and trackers.
• Deputise for Contract Manager at Site Meetings as and when required.
• Develop strong working relationships with site teams, client and subcontractors alike.
• Ensure the site is fully compliant with all health, safety, environmental and quality management systems.
• Manage and mentor the Site Team.
• Assist the Quantity Surveying team and Contracts Manager regarding any legal, contract or insurance issues.
• Liaise with Social Value Manager where applicable to support client commitments.
• Any other reasonable duties considered necessary to contribute to the effectiveness of the company and keep management regularly informed.

Key Requirements

The successful candidate will have extensive experience in the management of large-scale construction projects and multi-disciplinary construction teams. Experience working on residential and commercial projects is essential.