Project Manager

Role: Project Manager

Salary: £45,000 - £55,000 + Company Car

Location: Leeds and Surrounding Areas

Working: Hybrid

Overview

We are working with a leading facilities management organisation to recruit a Project Manager who will be responsible for the successful planning, execution, monitoring, control, and closure of projects. You will manage project teams, coordinate resources, and liaise with clients to ensure that projects are delivered on time, within scope, and within budget. This role requires strong leadership abilities, attention to detail, and excellent communication skills to manage relationships with both internal and external stakeholders.

The Project Manager is responsible for overseeing the entire project lifecycle, ensuring seamless execution from initiation to completion.

Main Duties

Project Planning and Initiation:

• Develop detailed project plans, including scope, objectives, timelines, and resource requirements.
• Prepare and issue key project documentation, such as Project Briefs, Project Initiation Documents (PID), and Project Planning Documents.
• Plan and participate in review processes to ensure governance.
• Conduct risk assessments and develop risk management plans to mitigate potential issues.

Project Execution and Monitoring:

• Lead and manage project teams to deliver project outcomes according to the project plan.
• Monitor project progress and performance, ensuring all tasks are completed on schedule and within budget.
• Conduct regular site meetings and progress reviews with project teams and clients.

Client and Stakeholder Communication:

• Act as the primary point of contact for clients throughout the project lifecycle, ensuring clear and timely communication.
• Obtain necessary client approvals at key project stages, including design development, construction, and project closure.
• Prepare and issue progress reports to clients and senior management, highlighting key achievements, risks, and issues.

Risk and Quality Management:

• Maintain project-specific risk, issue, and quality registers.
• Ensure compliance with all statutory and regulatory requirements, including CDM regulations and Health & Safety standards.
• Implement quality assurance processes to ensure project deliverables meet the required standards.

Financial Management:

• Prepare and manage project budgets, ensuring accurate tracking of costs and expenditures.
• Assist in the preparation of final accounts and reconciliation processes.
• Report on financial performance to senior management, identifying variances and implementing corrective actions as needed.

Team Coordination and Leadership:

• Allocate tasks and responsibilities within the project team, ensuring all members understand their roles and deliverables.
• Provide guidance and support to team members, fostering a collaborative and productive working environment.
• Resolve conflicts and issues within the project team to maintain focus and momentum.
• Undertake project roles and activities as directed by line management.

Health and Safety Responsibilities

• Follow company policies and procedures at all times.
• Report any apparent deficiencies in work systems or equipment that may pose risks to health, safety, or service delivery.
• Use all work equipment and personal protective equipment (PPE) properly and in accordance with training received.
• Report any issues or training needs to your line manager or via the divisional incident reporting system.

Experience and Qualifications Needed

• Experience in a project management or coordination role, managing projects with varying levels of risk, cost, time, and CDM complexity.
• Experience in facilities management and construction
• Experience overseeing a verity of project.
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail, with the ability to manage multiple tasks and projects simultaneously.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build relationships with clients, stakeholders, and team members.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and project management software.
• Knowledge of CDM regulations and experience in ensuring compliance with health and safety standards (SMSTS certification required).
• Formal project management qualifications (e.g., PRINCE2 Foundation) are desirable but not essential.

Additional Information

• A DBS check will be required for this role.