Construction Project Manager

Overview

We are seeking an experienced Construction Project Manager to manage the delivery of new-build low-rise residential developments in London. As a Construction Project Manager, you will coordinate construction projects from site selection through delivery, keeping teams aligned on scope, progress and priorities. You will work with project stakeholders to resolve issues, manage information and support safe, organised delivery.

The successful candidate will have a proven track record of managing residential construction projects from pre-construction and site mobilisation through to practical completion and final handover.

Duties

• Manage the complete construction process for low-rise residential developments, including houses, townhouses and low-rise apartment buildings
• Oversee day-to-day site operations and coordinate contractors, subcontractors, consultants and suppliers
• Develop and manage construction programmes, project schedules and delivery milestones
• Monitor project budgets, costs, cash flow and procurement
• Ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget and to the required quality standards
• Manage tendering, subcontractor appointments and contract administration
• Coordinate architects, structural engineers, M&E consultants, quantity surveyors and other design professionals
• Review construction drawings, specifications and technical documentation
• Monitor construction quality and ensure compliance with approved designs and building regulations
• Ensure compliance with Building Regulations and site safety requirements
• Liaise with local authorities, Building Control, planning consultants and statutory bodies
• Identify and resolve construction issues, technical challenges and programme delays
• Conduct regular site inspections, progress meetings and performance reviews
• Manage snagging, practical completion, defects rectification and final handover
• Maintain project documentation, progress reports and risk registers

Requirements

• Proven experience managing new-build residential housing
• Experience managing multiple contractors and subcontractors
• Strong knowledge of UK building regulations, construction methods and JCT contracts
• Experience with construction programmes, project budgets, procurement and quality control
• Good understanding of CDM Regulations and health and safety requirements
• SMSTS and appropriate CSCS qualification
• Degree, HNC/HND or equivalent professional qualification in Construction Management or Civil Engineering

Desirable: MCIOB, MRICS, NVQ Level 6/7, experience with residential building warranty providers.

The candidate must be capable of independently managing projects, coordinating all parties involved and ensuring delivery on time, within budget and to the required quality standards.

Pay: £65,000.00-£75,000.00 per year

Work Location: In person