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• Project Planning & Execution: Develop and implement comprehensive project plans, including schedules, resource allocation, and budgets. Monitor progress using tools like timeslice reports, proactively addressing delays and ensuring alignment with contractual obligations.
• Quality & Compliance: Oversee the implementation of Control Quality Plans and Inspection & Test Plans (ITPs) to meet client specifications. Maintain up-to-date site documentation, conduct risk assessments, and ensure compliance with environmental, health, and safety regulations.
• Resource & Team Management: Lead multidisciplinary teams, including site staff, subcontractors, and internal departments (e.g., design and factory teams). Set clear performance targets, mentor junior team members, and foster a culture of high performance and collaboration.
• Client & Stakeholder Engagement: Serve as the primary point of contact for clients, providing regular updates, resolving issues promptly, and building strong relationships to encourage repeat business and referrals.
• Commercial & Contractual Oversight: Monitor financial performance using Cost Value Reports, participate in value engineering to enhance profitability, and maintain accurate records to protect the company’s contractual position.
• Operational Excellence: Uphold company Operations and Safety Management Procedures, implement robust site administration systems, and support bid and tender processes as needed.
• Additional Duties: Undertake other responsibilities as directed by senior management, leveraging your expertise to contribute to the company’s success.

What you'll need to succeed

• Extensive project management experience in new build and high-end fit-out projects, ideally in the hospitality, commercial, residential, or marine sectors.
• A third-level qualification in construction management, civil engineering, or a related field, or equivalent experience in a similar project management role.
• Principal contractor experience with Construction Design and Management (CDM) regulations.
• Exceptional leadership, organisational, negotiation, and communication skills to motivate multidisciplinary teams and build strong client relationships.
• Strong commercial acumen, cost awareness, and proficiency in IT and project management software (e.g., Procore, Microsoft Project, or similar).
• Ability to plan and manage workloads to meet project milestones under tight deadlines.
• Willingness to travel, including overnight stays across the UK, with a valid driver’s licence.
• Preferred: A trades background with extensive management experience and/or a CSCS/CSR Managers card (or equivalent).
• Key competencies: Accuracy, quality consciousness, professionalism, commitment, and a collaborative approach to stakeholder relationships.

What you'll get in return

• A competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance, paid time off, and performance-based bonuses.
• Opportunities for career growth within a globally respected construction firm.
• The chance to lead high-profile, prestigious projects that enhance your professional portfolio.
• A collaborative, high-performance work environment that values innovation, safety, and excellence.
• Access to professional development, including training and certification opportunities.
• The opportunity to shape iconic spaces and contribute to a legacy of craftsmanship and quality in the luxury construction industry.

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