Job description
Project Manager (Prime Resi)
Our client specialise in high-end residential and luxury hospitality projects in London and globally, offering a turnkey service from both Exterior and Interior Architecture, Interior Design through to Project Management.
They are seeking an Project Manager to join their team. The ideal candidate will be a highly motivated individual with 5+ years of project management experience in the UK.
A technical background in construction as an architect or similar is preferred.
Key Responsibilities
- Ensure efficient communication and information flow between the project team
- Prepare and issue regular reports to the stakeholders of the project
- Monitor the performance of the Professional Team and in house Team
- Prepare PEP (Project Execution Plan) including but not limited to: Structure and procedure for project, design and construction. Agree project reporting and recording procedures.
- Manage the development and coordination of the design up to tender stage with the assistance of the project team
- Produce initial budget and programme based on the design intent and employer's requirements.
- Manage and update with the support of the principal team the programme and cost plan through the pre-construction stage
- Prepare procurement strategy in line with the project objective for the project team
- Advise on tendering and contractual procurement options
- Oversee the tender process with the assistance of the professional team which include:
- Invite potential contractors to prepare and submit tender;
- Obtain responses to the tender;
- Compare responses to the tender regarding quality and quantity, unit prices and discounts, cost effectiveness, and manner of performance, as well as regarding work organisation and deadlines;
- Negotiations with contractors and suppliers regarding pricing and the work/delivery schedule.
- Prepare and issue recommendation to the stakeholders
- Manage and monitor the development of the design and project coordination during the construction stage
- Being proactive in providing solutions to site issues
- Contract Administration activities for consultants and contractors
- Manage and monitor all variations and advise on programme and budget implication
- Chair site meeting with the project team weekly and produce minutes of meetings
- Produce project report and monitor team performance
- Prepare a handover plan, identifying the roles and responsibilities of stakeholders
- Assist more junior staff with project management and technical queries as required
Required experience:
- Five years'+ project management experience in the UK
- Architectural or similar background preferred
- Minimum 3 years experience
- High-end project experience either residential, commercial or hospitality
- Contract values between £1m and £15m
- Refurbishment and new buildings
- Knowledge and understanding of bespoke and high-end finishes
Required skills:
- Software skills must include: Autocad, Smartsheet, Excel and Microsoft Project
- Knowledge of UK building regulations, construction technology, UK planning policies and procurement methods
- This is a client-facing role, the candidate should demonstrate good communication, excellent spoken and written English, and organisational skills
- Exceptional technical knowledge with a great eye for detail and construction execution
- A proactive approach to working (can-do attitude), with an ability to take initiative and drive project
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