Senior Project Manager

One of the world's leading project and cost management consultancies operating at the forefront of the transport, property and industry sectors are currently recruiting for a Building Surveyor to join their vibrant regional office in Leeds. Working with clients to deliver projects which have a positive, sustainable impact on the world this is a fantastic opportunity for someone looking to work in a growing, dynamic and sociable office and make a positive impact on their career trajectory. Responsibilities of the Senior Project Manager: Develop business development targets to win new work particularly in the local authority market Effective delivery of project management services in a Client facing role Lead the management and execution of larger and more complex construction projects through the whole project life cycle, utilising best practice methodology Establish and build positive and collaborative relationships with all project stakeholders Act as account manager for Clients providing service delivery, demonstrating your role as a key stakeholder and first point of contact Accountability for the commercial success of commissions and/or projects placed under your control; including the effective and efficient management of project accounts, governance and resource requirements Ensuring service delivery compliance with the companies policies, toolkits, and standards Provide guidance, leadership and technical expertise to team members Manage individuals including performance and development reviews as well as mentoring and coaching less experienced colleagues Implementing the team business plan, developing business opportunities in line with the team business strategy and looking for market opportunities for new or repeat business Support the preparation of fee proposals and bid submissions Requirements of the Senior Project Manager: Experience in Infrastructure, Education, Local Authority or Commercial Property Graduate with either a degree or HNC, in a construction related discipline or relevant experience A Highly motivated and collaborative Project Management Practitioner with experience in delivering projects Ability to win work and manage Clients particularly in the local authority, Education and commercial property sectors. Ability to line manage staff and provide exemplary technical knowledge MRICS or MAPM or similar qualified Fluent in English High level of IT expertise Able to act as the key day to day client interface Focus on delivering what the customer wants The confidence and integrity, and don't always accept 'the norm' Desire to improve in everything that you do Understanding of project governance, process and behaviours Understanding of contract administration (JCT and/or NEC), and have successfully administered these contracts On offer for the Senior Project Manager: You will be rewarded with a competitive remuneration package and provide the necessary support to take your career to the next level. Generous annual holiday allowance (option to buy and sell) Interest free season ticket loan Comprehensive flexible benefits package including private healthcare and competitive pension arrangement A happy and fully supportive of staff members who have important out of work commitmentsTo be considered for this role you must have right to work in the UK, full driving license and prior experience of working within a construction consultancy environment. What happens next? On receipt of your application our dedicated Surveying and Project Management recruiter, Helen Parkinson, will contact you to discuss this opportunity in full detail. Helen will disclose the name of our client to you prior to sending your CV to this, or any other company we are working with. If your experience matches the criteria above, please contact Helen Parkinson on (phone number removed)