Project Manager - Prime Residential

Job Description

Are you a Project Manager with a love for design, and exquisite prime residential architecture?

An established architectural, interior design, and project management consultancy are looking to expand their Project Management team and help deliver projects ranging from £1m-£20m

General Responsibilities

• Ensure efficient communication and information flow between the project team
• Prepare and issue regular reports to stakeholders
• Monitor the performance of the project team

Construction

• Manage and monitor the development of the design and project coordination during the construction stage
• Coordinate and manage the approval of construction information between stakeholders
• Provide solutions to site issues and manage contract administration activities
• Monitor and manage project progress, including design, program, cost, and statutory requirements

Pre-Construction

• Prepare a Project Execution Plan, including:
• Establish a Consultant Procurement process, including drafting Requests for Proposals (RFPs) and managing their return and assessment

Project Coordination / Design Management

• Manage the development and coordination of the design up to tender stage
• Ensure that all project information is fully coordinated and meets the client's requirements

Finance & Timeline

• Produce an outline project budget and program
• Manage and update the program and cost plan with the support of the project team

Procurement & Contract Administration

• Prepare a procurement strategy and advise on tendering and contractual options
• Manage and coordinate the tender process
• Prepare and issue recommendations for contract awards

Tender

• Manage and coordinate the tender process, including:
• Inviting potential contractors to submit tenders
• Chairing mid and post-tender interviews
• Comparing tender responses and negotiating with contractors

Required Experience and Skills

• 5+ years of experience in managing sizable and complex projects in the UK
• High-end project experience in residential, commercial, or hospitality sectors
• Contract values between £1m and £15m
• Refurbishment and new build projects
• Knowledge of UK building regulations, construction technology, and procurement methods
• Software proficiency in Smartsheet, Excel, and Microsoft Project
• Excellent communication, organizational, and technical skills
• Proactive approach to working with a "can-do" attitude and ability to take initiative and drive the project forward.