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Project Manager – Guildford
An opportunity has arisen for a Project Manager to join the team at Galliford Try. Ideally, you will be based in or around the Guildford area and will have the opportunity to travel to multiple sites/projects in the region.
What you will be doing
- Create a ‘Knowingly Safe’ working environment.
- Ensure that the principles of CDM are applied and relevant legislation is complied with.
- Embed a F.R.E.D.I.E Culture. (Fairness, Respect, Equality, Diversity, Inclusion and Engagement)
- Engage with the designer to ensure a safe, buildable and timely design is achieved within the detailed design phase.
- Plan, prepare and facilitate collaborative workshops as and when required.
- Interview select and onboard staff in line with the resource profile for the scheme.
- With the support of the Commercial Team ensure the selection of the best Supply Chain partners.
- Ensure all pre-commencement and regulatory requirements are discharged prior to work commencing.
- Plan and prepare for delivery of the scheme throughout the project lifecycle.
- Appoint a Temporary Works Coordinator and ensure all Temporary Works requirements are understood and designed in a timely manner.
- Plan, prepare and oversee the establishment of the site offices and compound.
- Champion the use of innovative technologies and techniques.
- Take ownership of risk & opportunities in conjunction with the Risk Manager.
- Lead the Commercial Team to manage costs, and maximise cash flow and profitability, capturing any changes in scope.
- Ensure any incidents/accidents are thoroughly investigated, closed out and learnings implemented.
- Take ownership for the delivery and quality of work to the required standards.
- Manage the Construction Teams and Supply Chain partners to ensure delivery of the scheme in line with the agreed Budget, Programme and Scope.
- Ensure adequate resource to fulfil the programme including the demobilisation and redeployment of the team at the end of the project.
- Engage with the Performance Team to ensure all CPF/BSC scoring is completed and evidenced.
- Ensure all internal and external reporting is completed as required.
- Manage, monitor and review direct reports and team performances, providing encouragement and discipline as and when required.
Competency Requirements
- Promote a positive safety, quality and FREDIE culture.
- Proven experience in successfully managing multiple teams contributing to their professional development.
- First class project management capabilities with a track record of delivering to client’s expectations.
- Experience in developing a performance culture.
- Advanced communication skills adept at interfacing with multiple stakeholders both internal and external.
- Strong knowledge of CDM.
- Commercially astute.
- Proven leadership and delegation skills.
- Aware of individual Health and Safety responsibilities and adheres to company health and safety policy and procedures.
- Able to demonstrate alignment and work in line with the Galliford Try values – Excellence, Passion, Integrity and Collaboration.
- Knowledge of working in a secure environment (preferred but not essential).
Technical/Professional Qualifications Required
- Relevant CSCS card.
- Use of Office 365.
- Working knowledge of planning tools.
- Ability to pass Security Clearance (EL1).
- Ability to pass an Enhanced DBS check.
- SMST.
Benefits
- Generous holiday entitlement, increasing with years of service, plus the opportunity to purchase further holidays.
- A wide range of corporate discounts.
- Cycle to Work schemes.
- Comprehensive pension plan.
- Regular Save as You Earn share purchase scheme.
- Private medical scheme options available for all salaried employees; employee assistance programme also provides free 24/7 support.
- Paid for yearly membership to one recognised professional association relevant to your role.
Additional Information
Galliford Try welcomes applications from candidates who would like to work full-time, reduced hours and/or flexibly. We encourage applicants to confirm any requirements we can reasonably fulfil to make the application a positive experience.
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