Assistant Project Manager

Description

The Assistant Project Manager will be working alongside and offering support to the Executive Manager on various sized commercial and retail projects of a construction and refurbishment nature for values between £10,000 and £1.5m.

The primary role of the Assistant Project Manager will be to assist the Executive Manager in ensuring that the allocated projects are run efficiently and profitably ensuring full compliance to Health and Safety legislation and contract conditions. The most critical conditions being that all work is completed to a high standard, in a safe working manner, within programme and to the total satisfaction of our client.

Main Duties & Responsibilities

Assisting the Executive Manager and their team in their managing role and responsibilities for the day-to-day running of projects and also running own small works projects.

Supporting and monitoring Health & Safety practices and CDM Regulations on site.

Attendance of regular site meetings with client, Architect, Quantity Surveyor, Planning Supervisor etc.

Preparation of reports, programmes, progress and profitability reports.

Pricing and agreeing instructions with the client or client’s agent.

Contribute to formulating valuations and final accounts.

Assisting with the preparation of tenders.

To procure, negotiate terms and monitor the performance of sub-contractors and suppliers.

To identify and implement improvements to any aspect of the service that we provide.

To assist the Executive Manager/Estimator in the preparation of estimates/tenders.

Procurement of new clients and suppliers.

Ensure that acceptable levels of customer care are provided at all times.

Produce relevant monthly reports for the Executive Manager e.g. cost and value comparisons, turnover forecasts etc. ensuring information is complete and accurate.

Contribute to and attend financial and progress meetings with the client engineers and subcontractors as required.

Provide support to the site team in order to optimise the use of contract resources.

Provide support for the Executive Manager in terms of data input etc.

Maintaining deadlines in line with requirements.

To provide cover for other associated staff during times of absence.

Regular use of our bespoke computer system and other software packages such as Word, Excel and Project.

We undertake contracts and projects for varied companies that require our employees to undertake clearances along with an Enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service clearance.

The above information should only be used as a guide to the duties and responsibilities expected of the Assistant Project Manager. It should be noted that the duties and responsibilities might not include or be limited to the information given above as these may vary from time to time, depending on the contracts in hand and in accordance with the Directors discretion.

This is a full time position and hours of work will be 42 hours per week.

07:45hrs to 17:15hrs Monday – Thursday

07:45hrs to 16:45hrs Friday

This will also involve daily travel and possible working away from time to time as deemed necessary for the needs of the business.

Essential

Construction related qualification i.e. HNC/HND or equivalent

GCSE or equivalent Grade C or above in English Language, Literacy and Numeracy

Competent in the use of a range of IT packages to include Microsoft Word, Excel and Project

Self-motivated and proactive

Knowledge of Health & Safety legislation and compliance

Willingness to undertake training programmes as deemed necessary by the Company

Excellent communication skills both orally and written

Previous experience in the same/similar role

Positive attitude and the ability to integrate and be an active part in the team

Good organisational skills and the ability to prioritise to meet deadlines

Keen to pursue personal development needs and maintain up to date knowledge

You must hold a full current UK driving licence and have had 6 months driving experience since passing your test

Successful applicants are required to undertake an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check, MOJ CTC clearance, MOD vetting clearance and enhanced police clearance.

Desirable

Knowledge and ability to use Procore

Knowledge and ability to use AutoCAD or Bluebeam

CSCS Card

SMSTS/SSSTS

First aid at work

Personal Competencies

Able to adapt communication skills to maintain and manage a variety of situations.

Present a profession image and promote the company brand.

Plan and prioritise personal objectives along with the Company’s priorities.

Understand the needs of the Company, client and colleagues and responds appropriately to required needs.

Make well informed, effective and timely decisions.

Encourage others to develop themselves and act as a role model.

Ability to adapt to a changing environment.

Positive attitude and the ability to integrate and be an active part in the team.

Encourages and develops ideas and innovations for current or new situations.

Commercial awareness and understanding of the Construction process.

Remains resilient when under pressure and encourages optimism.

Aware of own impact on others and takes peoples’ feelings and needs into consideration.

Benefits

Company vehicle plus fuel card

Mobile phone and laptop

Corporate clothing

21 days holiday plus all bank holidays

Additional holiday awarded after 2 years’ of continuous service

Continuous training and development

Excellent opportunities for career progression

Health & wellbeing support from qualified MHFA Adult First Aiders

Generous long service awards scheme

Employee Profit Share Scheme

We are an Equal Opportunities and Investors in People Accredited Company

Great variety of social events and charity work organised by the Company throughout the year