Project Manager

Atkins Search are currently recruiting for a Project Manager to join a dynamic, well-respected, multi-disciplinary Construction Consultancy, based in London with an unrivalled company culture, fantastic opportunities to progress your career and the chance to work on some of the region’s most prestigious projects!

Please note – if you are an Assistant Project Manager seeking the next step in your career, your application will be considered.

My client is an esteemed, professional Construction Consultancy that provide a variety of services to national and international clients across all property sectors, including both public and private sectors.

You will join a team of industry leading professionals with the option to work across a variety of sectors across the Midlands, including; Commercial, Education, Healthcare, Government, Residential, Higher Education, Sports & Leisure, Local Authority, Heritage and many more exciting projects!

As Project Manager, you will be responsible for delivering enthralling projects with a hands-on approach throughout the whole project life cycle from inception to completion, ensuring all projects are delivered within budget, on time, and to the client's requirements.

Your duties will include (but not limited to):

• Manage construction projects (depending on size and complexity) from inception to completion with full support from Senior Management
• Ensure all projects are delivered within budget, on time and to the client's requirements with regular site visits and inspections
• Efficiently manage multi-disciplined project teams which include architects, engineers, contractors and subcontractors in a collaborative manner
• Develop project management strategies including planning, programming, scheduling to monitor project progress
• Identify and alleviate any risks and challenges, create and implement contingency plans to mitigate any issues that may arise.
• Monitor project budgets and track expenditures using cost control measures throughout the whole project lifecycle
• Maintain, network and build relationships with clients, stakeholders, project teams and supply chain to provide an exceptional level of service
• Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations, any relevant legal and industry standards and contractual agreements

The successful Project Manager will be aligned with the above job description as well as –

• Construction related degree (or equivalent)
• Proven track record as an Assistant Project Manager or Project Manager in Consultancy environment – ideally a minimum of 2-3 years experience
• Demonstrate a good understanding of standard construction project management processes and documentation through all RIBA stages
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to develop, build and maintain strong relationships
• Excellent IT skills including Microsoft packages

My client’s core business focus is to work together to deliver lasting, successful, quality outcomes and a positive legacy. As their employees are the heart of their business, their priority is to keep them happy and safe.

Some of the exciting perks and benefits that they offer a Project Manager can include:

• A highly competitive salary £40,000 - £50,000 (negotiable, depending on experience)
• Pension contribution
• Annual bonus
• Flexible working hours
• Personal and professional development plans
• Generous annual leave entitlement
• Annual salary review
• Hybrid working
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Professional training and development
• Mileage and expense reimbursement
• Laptop and mobile phone
• Regular social events
• Relaxed working environment
• Clear career path and realistic opportunities to progress

Atkins Search acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and as an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. We specialize in construction, consultancy, residential and infrastructure recruitment and service the North West, Midlands, South Yorkshire, Staffordshire, Lincolnshire, Peterborough, and Northern Home Counties regions.