Job Description

The Company

Our client is a skilled civil subcontractor who holds over 20 years of experience within the construction industry, they have an extensive amount of experience dealing with various developments, however withhold specialties operating in groundworks, drainage and hard landscaping. They operate in various places around the UK and hold an impressive track record of delivering projects up to standard in a safely manor.

The Project

As a highly experienced Project Manager, you will oversee the groundworks package on a 9m new build residential development in North Yorkshire. Your responsibilities will include the comprehensive coordination and management of daily on-site operations, health & safety and ensuring the programme is adhered to. Your expertise will be essential to the successful delivery of the project.

Requirements

For this role it is essential that you carry the following professional qualifications as a minimum;

• SMSTS
• CSCS Card
• First Aid - Desirable not essential

It is also essential that you hold the experience below

• Proven history of successfully delivering groundworks packages in excess of 2m
• Extensive background in the industry with at least 5 years of experience of operating in a Project Manager position or similar for a leading contractor or subcontractor

Additional skills;

• Superb negotiation abilities
• Competent IT / software skills
• Extensive health and safety knowledge
• Effective communication skills, verbal and written
• Ability to organise and manage project schedules
• A solid understanding of relevant regulations and standards
• Proven ability to lead, support, and direct a team effectively
• In-depth understanding of construction methods, materials, and building processes
• Exceptional focus on detail to ensure adherence to quality standards and specifications

The Role

• Job Title: Project Manager
• Job Type: Long-term freelance
• Project: 9m new build residential development
• Location: York, North Yorkshire
• Duration: 10 - 12 months
• Reporting to: Visting Contracts Manager

Duties

• On-site safety inductions
• Liaise with the principal contractor
• Coordinate with external stakeholders
• Conduct and attend routine site meetings
• Report and work closely with the Visiting Contracts Manager
• Handle any issues or conflicts that arise throughout the project
• Comply with health and safety regulations throughout all work operations
• Oversee package costs, maintaining alignment with the established budget
• Identify possible threats to the works, implementing effective strategies to address them
• Coordinate and manage daily site activities, overseeing workers, subcontractors, and suppliers
• Managing resources such as materials, equipment, and labor to ensure they are used efficiently and effectively
• Serve as the principal contact between the project team, clients, and stakeholders, delivering regular updates on project progress
• Maintaining accurate documentation of all project components, including contracts, permits, change orders, and communications
• Enhance and maintain positive client relationships by resolving concerns and ensuring their satisfaction with project developments

This is a long-term freelance position with a competitive rate on offer for the successful candidate. For more information or to apply please contact James Shorte - Associate Director or Thomas Robertshaw - Resourcer at Caval on (phone number removed)