Our client is a leading contractor with a reputation for excellence in delivering high-quality commercial and social housing developments. As a company experiencing significant growth through exciting new pipelines they can offer excellent opportunities for career progression and professional development.

The Role:

As a Project Manager, you will be responsible for the end-to-end delivery of multiple construction projects, ensuring they are completed on time, within budget, and to the highest standards of quality and safety. You will be a key point of contact for clients, stakeholders, and site teams, driving project success from inception to completion.

Key Duties & Responsibilities:

• Project Planning & Strategy:

  • Develop comprehensive project plans, including scope, objectives, schedules, budgets, and resource allocation.

  • Define project goals and success criteria in collaboration with senior management and clients.

  • Identify and mitigate potential risks and challenges throughout the project lifecycle.

• Team Leadership & Management:

  • Lead, motivate, and manage multi-disciplinary project teams, including Site Managers, Quantity Surveyors, and subcontractors.

  • Foster a collaborative and high-performing team environment.

  • Conduct regular team meetings and performance reviews.

• Financial Management:

  • Monitor and control project budgets, ensuring cost-effectiveness and adherence to financial targets.

  • Work closely with Quantity Surveyors on procurement, valuations, and variations.

  • Approve invoices and track project expenditure.

• Client & Stakeholder Management:

  • Serve as the primary point of contact for clients, maintaining strong relationships and ensuring clear communication.

  • Provide regular progress reports and updates to clients and internal stakeholders.

  • Address and resolve any client concerns or issues promptly and professionally.

• Quality & Safety Assurance:

  • Ensure all projects are delivered to the highest quality standards, complying with relevant regulations and specifications.

  • Implement and enforce robust health and safety procedures on site, promoting a strong safety culture.

  • Conduct regular site inspections and audits to monitor progress, quality, and safety.

• Contract Management:

  • Oversee contract administration, ensuring compliance with contractual terms and conditions.

  • Manage variations, claims, and disputes in accordance with contractual agreements.

• Reporting & Documentation:

  • Maintain accurate and up-to-date project documentation, including progress reports, meeting minutes, and financial records.

  • Provide regular project performance reports to senior management.

• Problem Solving:

  • Proactively identify and resolve issues that may impact project delivery.

  • Implement effective solutions to overcome challenges and maintain project momentum.

About You:

• Proven experience as a Project Manager in the UK construction industry, with a strong focus on Commercial and/or Social Housing projects.

• Relevant construction degree or professional qualification (e.g., CIOB, RICS).

• Strong understanding of construction methodologies, regulations, and health and safety standards.

• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.

• Demonstrated ability to manage budgets, schedules, and resources effectively.

• Proficient in project management software and Microsoft Office Suite.

• Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel across the Central Belt of Scotland.

Randstad CPE values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are more than happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application.

Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK.

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