Our client are one of the leading Building and Civil Engineering Contractors operating throughout the UK and Ireland.

They are seeking to recruit a Senior Project Manager to join their existing team and work on a range of exciting and varied projects.

In the first instance you will be the Senior Project Manager on a GBPmulti-million life sciences construction project in Cambridge

Responsibilities

The Senior Project Manager will be responsible for the following tasks:

• Understanding of the contract requirements as contained within the tender documentation and an understanding of the key aspects of the project Conditions of Contract.
• Comprehensive understanding of the tender pricing structure and strategy, including tender prelims allowance and develop a strategy to work.
• Creation of effective and realistic Procurement Schedule in conjunction with the Project Quantity Surveyor (PQS).
• Lead the subcontractor procurement process and ensure subcontractors are appointed in a timely manner.
• Complete regular commercial reviews in relation to all budgetary (cost/value) aspects of the project.
• Possess a thorough understanding of the CVR process.
• Attend subcontractor Pre-Start meetings and play an active role.
• Identify and promote commercial opportunities in particular, possible contractual claims.
• Work closely with the pre-construction team particularly with the development of tender project programme, as well as developing construction methodology and logistical plans.
• Make sure all site management and operatives are sufficiently trained and identify any training needs.
• Oversee all administrative aspects of the project and ensure they are managed and implemented effectively.
• Manage and build positive working relationship with clients.
• Convey high personal levels of professionalism and presentation at all times.
• Compile an Information Release Schedule which identifies specific timescales for release of all information from designers, clients, statutory bodies and issue to all relevant parties.
• Ensure daily safety briefing/coordination meetings with subcontractors take place.
• Possess a knowledge and compliance of all relevant H&S legislation as well as the company H&S Policy and individual role responsibilities.
• Ensure that the Project H&S File / O&M s / Building Manuals are produced and submitted timeously.
• Confirm all specified quality standards are understood within the project team, supply chain and ensure they are delivered on site.

What's in it for you?

They offer a fantastic benefits package including the following:

• Competitive salary
• 33 days annual leave entitlement
• Generous pension contributions
• Life Assurance