Project Manager

Southampton

£55,000 - £68,000

About the company:

I'm working alongside a standout regional commercial fit-out contractor who are on the search for a Project Manager to join their operational team. This company has been in operation for over 15 years and generates close to £25m turnover. With employee wellbeing at the heart of everything they do, this is a fantastic organisation to work with, delivering interesting and complex projects.

About the role:

• Oversee site inductions and ensure full compliance with health and safety regulations.
• Review and approve Risk Assessments and Method Statements (RAMS).
• Maintain and update all site documentation and paperwork.
• Supervise and coordinate subcontractors and trades on site.
• Manage site records, app-based documentation, and ensure SharePoint is kept current.
• Set up and maintain a clean, organised site in line with SCAPE brand standards.
• Ensure all works are completed on time and to a high-quality standard.
• Identify and address any issues or snags with work teams, ensuring prompt resolution.
• Arrange and coordinate internal, client, and subcontractor meetings, including preparing agendas.
• Attend meetings with clients and stakeholders, take minutes, and distribute them to attendees.
• Schedule and manage subcontractor bookings to align with project deadlines.
• Review project drawings and provide feedback to the relevant project team.
• Update and manage the programme of works on a weekly basis.
• Provide clear instructions to subcontractors and suppliers as required.
• Select, manage, and coordinate subcontractors, including assisting the Project Surveyor with final accounts.
• Collaborate with the Contracts Manager, Estimator, and Project Surveyor to provide quotations and manage additional works and costs.
• Coordinate with external vendors, such as telecom providers and client IT teams.
• Place small orders for site set-up, including plant, facilities, PPE, welfare materials, skips, and health and safety equipment.
  
  

Rewards & Benefits:

• £55,000 - £68,000
• Travel Allowance
• Pension
• Healthcare
• Working from home
  
  

Requirements:

• Proven experience in leading site meetings and communicating effectively with internal teams, clients, and subcontractors.
• Strong knowledge of construction processes, Health and Safety Regulations, CDM 2015, and the ability to interpret technical drawings.
• Proficient in IT systems, including Microsoft Office, Microsoft Project, ProCore, and 1Breadcrumb.
• Excellent attention to detail with the ability to identify and resolve technical issues, ensuring work is completed to a high standard.
• Flexible to travel and stay away from home when required, with valid certifications including First Aid at Work, SMSTS, Fire Warden, and Asbestos Awareness