Project Manager

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PROJECT MANAGER FACILITIES MANAGEMENT

LONDON

6 MONTHS FIXED TERM CONTRACT

What you will be doing:

An opportunity has arisen for a Project Manager (Small Works) to join the team at Galliford Try within our Facilities Management Business.

Ideally you will be based in or around the London area for this role with the opportunity to travel within the region.

Manage construction/redevelopment projects
Serve as the main point of contact for clients and stakeholders throughout the project lifecycle.
Provide regular project updates including progress reports budget status and any issues or risks.
Create a Knowingly Safe working environment.
Ensure that the principles of CDM are applied and relevant legislation is complied with.
Engage with the clients subcontractors designers and other stakeholders to ensure a safe buildable and timely design is achieved within the detailed design phase to allow efficient delivery of the scheme.
Plan prepare and facilitate collaborative workshops as and when required.
Project Financial Management is key to delivering within budget.
Prepare and complete construction phase plans and other relevant H&S documentation
Carry out reviews and acceptance of subcontractors RAMS COSHH assessments and safety plans as required.
Assist client with the development of the project scope.
Develop comprehensive project plans including timelines budgets and resource allocation.
Interview select and onboard contractors in line with the Builders Profile.
With the support of the Commercial Team ensure the selection of the best Supply Chain partners.
Ensure all precommencement and regulatory requirements are discharged prior to work commencing.
Plan and prepare for delivery of the Scheme throughout the project lifecycle.
Ensure temporary and permanent works are delivered in accordance with the design and scope.
Plan prepare and oversee the establishment of the site offices and compound.
Champion the use of innovative technologies and techniques.
Undertake site inductions with all subcontractors when required.
Take ownership of risk & opportunities in conjunction with the Commercial Manager.
Lead the Commercial Team to manage costs and maximise cash flow and profitability capturing any changes in scope.
Conduct regular meetings with the main stakeholders to ensure the project is progressing according to schedule.
Resolve any labour issues or conflicts that may arise during the construction process.
Identify potential risks to project success including safety hazards delays or budget issues
Ensure any incidents/accidents are thoroughly investigated closed out and learnings implemented.
Take ownership for the delivery and quality of work to the required standards.
Supervise subcontractors to ensure quality and right firsttime approach.
Maintain all project documentation including contracts permits reports and correspondence.
Ensure that all permits inspections and legal requirements are obtained and documented.
Monitor and record subcontractor performances.
Ensure the site fulfils all obligations for external compliance audits.
Ensure subcontractors deliver work to meet safety quality and programme requirements.
Ensure all internal and external reporting is completed as required.

About You:

First class project management capabilities able to showcase a track record of delivering to clients expectations.
Proven record working in the construction industry/ Small works
Able to deliver multiple projects
Proven experience in successfully managing multiple subcontractors.
Expertise in developing a performance culture.
Advanced communication skills adept at interfacing with multiple stakeholders both internal and external.
Strong knowledge of CDM 15.
Excellent knowledge of NEC and commercially astute.
Proven leadership and delegation skills.
Aware of individual Health and Safety responsibilities and adheres to company health and safety policy and procedures.
Able to demonstrate alignment and work in line with the Galliford Try values Excellence Passion Integrity and Collaboration.
Successful candidate must have a Can do Attitude
HNC/Degree
Trade background (electrician/joiner etc)
Qualification in an Engineering discipline
Qualifications in a construction discipline
IOSH / NEBOSH qualification.
Office 365 expertise.

What We Can Offer in Return:

With an impressive order book of over 3.8 billion we are one of the industrys leading principal contractors affording you the opportunity to work on some of the UKs most exciting projects offering you stability as well as the chance to stretch your capabilities and realise long held career goals. You will be joining diverse teams working at a high professional level with exceptional levels of commitment. With an ambitious strategy were poised for further growth and success so if youre committed talented and enthusiastic Galliford Try is the right place for you.

We are committed to maintaining the physical and mental wellbeing of all our people through our Be Well programme which offers discounts on certain products advice and support for a range of issues.

We invest in highquality training for employees of all levels from our leadership development framework to our apprenticeship programmes. Through our Career Paths initiative individuals receive tailored training and support to fulfil their potential.

Our industry is all about creating talented teams that excel in their areas of expertise. As an employer we know you are most motivated to give your best when you feel valued and engaged.

Our Agile Working programme empowers you with flexibility in when where and how you work. Where appropriate site and officebased employees can take advantage of a wide variety of working practices offering different amounts of structure regularity and flexibility to suit your needs as well as those of your wider team.

Our benefits:

We put our people first and our benefits package reflects that by offering a comprehensive range of attractive options to help support your career on top of a competitive salary.

Generous holiday entitlement increasing with years of service plus the opportunity to purchase further holidays
A wide range of corporate discounts
Cycle to Work schemes
Comprehensive pension plan
Regular Save as You Earn share purchase scheme
Private medical scheme options are available for all salaried employees and our employee assistance programme also provides free 24/7 support to those who need it
Paid for yearly membership to one recognised professional association relevant to your role

About us:

Galliford Try is one of the UKs leading construction groups with a vision to continuously be a peopleorientated progressive business driven by our values to deliver lasting change for our stakeholders and the communities we work in.

Our purpose is to improve peoples lives through building the facilities and infrastructure that communities need providing opportunities for our people to learn grow and progress working with our supply chain to promote the very best working practice and caring for the environment in which we work.

We do this by holding true to our values delivering excellence for our clients and the community being passionate about our role in providing vital services putting integrity at the heart of our business by doing the right thing and collaborating with our clients supply chain and stakeholders to deliver lasting change and longterm value.

For more information on this role or to enquire about other positions available within our Specialist Services business please contact Chloe Phillips on

Additional Information:

Galliford Try welcomes applications from candidates who would like to work fulltime reduced hours or flexibly and this will be discussed in more detail as part of the recruitment process.

We encourage and would be grateful if you could confirm any requirements we can reasonably fulfil to make this application a positive experience for you.

Dont meet every requirement of the role Studies have shown that some people are less likely to apply for jobs unless they meet every single qualification. At Galliford Try we are committed to building a diverse inclusive and authentic workplace so if youre excited about this role but your past experience doesnt align perfectly with every requirement of the role we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.

As a Disability Confident employer we have committed to offer an interview to any candidate with a longterm health condition or disability that meet the essential criteria for the advertised position. Please contact the Resourcing Partner listed within the job advert if you believe this applies to you. We will also take the opportunity to discuss any adjustments required for your interview.

A full job description for this role is available upon request.

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