Your new company
Hays Belfast are recruiting a Project Manager for an award winning, well-established main contractor with over 40 years’ experience, headquartered in County Down. The company has developed an impressive portfolio of projects across the Education, Healthcare, Sport & Leisure, Retail, Commercial and Arts & Culture sectors.Operating across both public and private markets, this main contractor is known for delivering high-quality design & build and traditional build projects to exceptional standards. With a strong pipeline of secured work, they are now seeking an experienced Project Manager to take the lead on major construction schemes across Northern successful candidate will oversee projects valued in excess of £20 million, ranging from large-scale education and healthcare developments to complex commercial and mixed-use schemes.
Projects will be fully N.I. based and have a considerable programme of work ahead with future schemes based locally.
Your new role
As Project Manager, you will take full responsibility for the successful delivery of major construction projects from pre-construction through to completion and will lead the project team on-site, coordinating operational, commercial and technical functions to ensure projects are delivered safely, on programme, within budget and to the highest quality standards. Working closely with Contracts Managers, Quantity Surveyors, Design Teams and Clients, you will provide leadership throughout the entire project life duties will include:
- Managing projects valued at £20 million+ from commencement to completion
- Leading site management teams, subcontractors and direct labour resources
- Developing and maintaining project programmes, identifying risks and implementing mitigation measures
- Managing project budgets, cost control and financial reporting alongside the commercial team
- Building and maintaining strong relationships with clients, consultants and key stakeholders
- Ensuring compliance with all health & safety, environmental and quality standards
- Chairing progress meetings and providing regular project updates to senior management
- Overseeing project commissioning, snagging and successful handover to the client
- Driving programme performance and ensuring contractual obligations are achieved
What you’ll need to succeed
To be considered for this role, you will be an experienced Project Manager with a proven track record of delivering large-scale building projects for a main will ideally demonstrate:
- Proven experience managing projects valued at £20 million+ as a Project Manager
- Strong background in commercial, healthcare, education or large-scale construction projects
- Experience leading multidisciplinary project teams from pre-construction through to handover
- Excellent programme management and client-facing skills
- Strong commercial awareness and understanding of construction contracts
- Comprehensive knowledge of health & safety legislation and construction best practice
- Degree or HNC/HND qualification in Construction Management, Civil Engineering or a related industry experience.
- SMSTS, CSCS and First Aid certifications
- Excellent communication, leadership and stakeholder management skills
What you’ll get in return
In return, you will join a respected and growing contractor offering long-term stability and exposure to some of Northern Ireland’s most significant construction projects as well as:
- The opportunity to lead flagship projects valued at more than £20 million
- Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package
- Long-term career progression with a successful Northern Ireland contractor
- A supportive and collaborative senior management structure
- Exposure to high-profile projects across multiple sectors
- Long-term local work with a strong secured pipeline throughout Northern Ireland
What you need to do now
If you’re interested in this Project Manager opportunity, click “Apply Now” to submit an up-to-date CV, or contact Chris McNamara at Hays Belfast for a confidential discussion on .If this role isn’t quite right, but you’re open to exploring new opportunities, feel free to get in touch to discuss the wider Northern Ireland construction market.
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