My client is looking to appoint a Project Manager for a project in the North East on a long term freelance basis. My client is a leading Tier 1 main contractor who deliver projects across a range of sectors including high rise residential, student accommodation, leisure, health and education.

The successful candidate must have experience of project managing large student accommodation projects. They must have experience in managing a team of Site Managers and develop an excellent relationship with the Project Director.

The role will be a site based role, with critical responsibility for the management and success of the sections of the project, including customer relations, health and safety, quality, environmental, programme and the cost/value of operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Providing leadership, and energy;
• Ensuring the construction works run to strict programme;
• Maintaining strict quality control procedures;
• Lead regular site meetings with all interested parties;
• Conducting regular site safety checks;
• Being proactive in the identification and resolution of problems;
• Maintaining effective long term relationships with the customer and their representatives/advisors;
• Being proactive in the identification and resolution of problems;
• Reviewing methods of working, alternative materials etc. in order to maximise commercial profitability;
• Seeking and developing ongoing continuous improvement;
• Implementing and maintaining the Company''s Policies for Sustainability, Health and Safety, Quality, Environmental, Training and Development etc. and acting as an exemplar of the Company culture and values;
• Coaching and motivating subordinates

Experience and qualifications

• Detailed knowledge of building regulations;
• Experience of a similar role working for a main contractor
• Professional qualification
• SMSTS
• First Aid
• CSCS Card Black card
• Strong leadership and management skills;
• Technical knowledge and experience;
• Commercial and financial awareness;
• Excellent interpersonal skills;
• Understanding of different contracts e.g. NEC, JCT.

This is a superb opportunity to be part of a high profile, flagship project. For more information on this role please contact Paul Wilkinson on 07747441156 or via email on wilkinson@anderselite.com">paul.wilkinson@anderselite.com