Project Manager

An excellent opportunity has arisen for an experienced Project Manager to join a highly successful and well-established building contractor with an outstanding reputation for delivering high-quality construction projects across the retail, commercial and industrial sectors.

Known for its commitment to quality, safety, and customer satisfaction, the business has built long-term relationships with clients and continues to secure an impressive pipeline of work.

As the company continues to expand, an experienced Project Manager is required to oversee the successful delivery of a 15m retail scheme in Wakefield.

The Role

As Project Manager, you will be responsible for the successful planning, coordination, and delivery of construction projects, ensuring they are completed safely, on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards. Working closely with clients, site teams, subcontractors, suppliers, and the commercial team, you will play a key role in delivering projects while maintaining strong working relationships with all stakeholders.

This position offers the opportunity to work on a diverse range of projects within a business that values collaboration, professionalism, and continuous improvement.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage construction projects from inception through to completion and handover.
• Develop and maintain project programmes, budgets, and resource plans.
• Coordinate subcontractors, suppliers, consultants, and site teams to ensure efficient project delivery.
• Ensure compliance with all Health & Safety legislation, company procedures, and quality standards.
• Monitor project progress and proactively manage risks, programme, cost, and quality.
• Chair project meetings and provide regular progress reports to senior management and clients.
• Manage project documentation, contract administration, variations, and change control.
• Work closely with the commercial team to monitor project costs and maximise profitability.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, consultants, and key stakeholders.
• Oversee project completion, handover, and defect management to ensure a high standard of client satisfaction.

About You

• Proven experience as a Project Manager within the construction industry.
• Strong knowledge of construction methods, project planning, and project delivery.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and organisational skills.
• Strong commercial awareness
• A proactive and solution-focused approach to problem solving.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and project management software.

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Please Note: Due to high volume of applicants, only that shortlisted will be contacted.

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