Our client, a reputable Building Services company is currently recruiting for a Projects Manager to oversee refurbishment projects on education buildings.
Main Purpose of the Role
The Projects Manager is responsible for the day-to-day management of contracts, including workstream planning, resource allocation, and materials management across multiple property improvement projects more specifically education buildings.
The role ensures projects are delivered on time, within agreed commercial parameters, and in line with operational and financial performance targets. You will lead and support teams to achieve high standards of customer and client satisfaction while ensuring full compliance with Health & Safety, Quality, Environmental, and regulatory requirements.
A key aspect of the role is the preparation, monitoring, and analysis of performance data to support operational and commercial decision-making.
Key Responsibilities
Project & Contract Management
- Plan and manage multiple contracts/projects to meet professional, financial, environmental, and quality standards
- Allocate and manage labour, subcontractors, materials, and plant resources effectively
- Monitor productivity and performance to ensure optimal delivery across all workstreams
- Identify and manage risks to ensure successful programme outcomes
Operational & Team Leadership
- Lead, manage, and motivate teams to deliver high performance
- Work collaboratively with Operational and Commercial teams
- Recruit and onboard trades and operatives as required
- Support training, apprenticeships, and employee development
- Manage employee relations issues effectively
Health, Safety & Compliance
- Ensure full compliance with Health, Safety & Environmental legislation and company procedures
- Promote a safe working environment for employees, residents, and the public
- Maintain awareness of CDM regulations and statutory compliance (Gas & Electrical)
Client & Stakeholder Management
- Build and maintain strong relationships with clients and stakeholders
- Act as a key point of contact for client representatives
- Attend and support joint inspections, audits, and handovers
- Ensure ‘zero defects’ target is achieved at project completion
Performance & Reporting
- Produce regular progress reports and KPI data
- Monitor operational performance against programme targets
- Provide reports to Directors and support client communications
- Continuously review operations to improve efficiency and profitability
Business Development
- Identify and pursue new business opportunities
- Support bid submissions (PQQs & ITTs)
- Contribute to organic growth with existing clients
- Drive service improvements and innovation
General Duties
- Ensure timely project handovers
- Continuously improve customer satisfaction while maintaining commercial performance
- Undertake additional duties as required by senior management
Education & Qualifications
- Building trade background
- Previous supervisory or management experience
- CSCS Card
- Intermediate skills in:
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft Publisher
- Strong project and programme management skills
- Knowledge of CDM and Health & Safety regulations
- IT literate (including smartphone/tablet use)
Desirable
- HNC (or equivalent) in Building or Surveying
- SSSTS qualification
- Microsoft Project (Intermediate)
- Awareness training in:
- Scaffolding
- Working at Height
- Lone Working
- Needle & Sharps
Experience
- Minimum 5 years in building construction, housing maintenance, or property improvement
- Contract/Site surveying
- Standard forms of contract
- Schedules of rates and framework contracts
- Strong project management and organisational skills
- Proven ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
- Strong IT and digital systems knowledge
Skills
- Excellent communication (verbal and written)
- Commercial awareness and business acumen
- Problem-solving and decision-making skills
- Understanding of ISO standards (9001, 14001, 45001)
- Ability to prioritise and manage multiple workloads
- Innovative and solutions-focused mindsetKey Personal Attributes
- Professional, reliable, and detail-oriented
- Organised, methodical, and self-motivated
- Flexible and adaptable approach
- Strong interpersonal and people management skills
- Customer-focused with excellent client engagement
- Positive attitude with a “can-do” approach
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Proven ability to build long-term client relationship
Benefits
- Salary – £45- 50k per annum (depending on experience)
- £4800 per year car allowance
- 30 days holiday (incl Bank Holidays)
- Nest Pension
- Life Insurance
- Enhanced Health Care
- If you feel you have the necessary skills and experience for this role please apply with your up to date CV via the link.
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Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: £50,000.00-£55,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Company car
- Company pension
- On-site parking
Work Location: In person
