The Role

Initially a 12 month contract, the Construction Project Manager will be involved in the pre-cosntruction development phase. The ideal candidate will have both the academic and vocational experience, with work experience in early stage construction project management, preferably in technical areas such as engineering, aerospace, lab facilities etc. Whilst a degree is not an absolute requirement, there is a preference for that calibre of education.

Role Responsibilties:

Not limited to...

• Interpretation of site customer requirements, leading to the preparation of design requirements, specifications, implementation plans and financial business cases.

• Co-ordinating and managing project teams, consultants and contractors to effectively deliver the project design and implement the construction activities.

• Manage the team through the required RIBA Plan of Work Stages and required company approval process to the desired customer, client and company objectives.

• Applying technical skills, ensuring all relevant BAE / industry standards are achieved and costs are minimised where possible.

• Resolution management of any design, construction and SHE issues associated with the project output through the life of the project, using your technical expertise and customer liaison expertise.

• Managing the prequalification process, selection and tendering activities to implement the construction activities.

• Monitoring and managing implementation progress against the agreed design, programme and quality plans, to achieve the project objectives and progress milestones.

• Ensuring that all projects are delivered in accordance with company and departmental quality procedures.

• Responsible for the Health & Safety aspects throughout the project lifecycle, ensuring projects are designed, coordinated and implemented in line with current company processes and statutory health and safety legislation.

• Liasing with internal and external stakeholders.

Skills, Knowledge & Experience:

• Degree qualified in Construction, Building Services and/or Facilities Management is required, however other similar disciplines will be considered.
• Excellent understanding of the RIBA plan of work and how to implement robust processes to delivery designs within time, cost and quality.
• Extensive experience of Construction project installations.
• Relevant qualification or equivalent experience in managing Health & Safety (e.g. NEBSOH General Certificate, or similar).
• Proven experience of managing contractors on major construction projects in full compliance with the Construction (Design & Management) Regulations 2015.
• Excellent supplier management and communication skills.
• Flexibility to work for short periods of time at customer locations, consultancy offices and travel between the required location in support of the programme and project objectives.
• Potential for overseas travel and secondment opportunities to work overseas in the delivery of the either the design or construction phases.

Desirable:

• Project Management qualification would be desirable.
• International Construction experience would be desirable.

Security Requirements: SC & ITAR

This role will require the person to hold full Security Clearance (SC) prior to working onsite. You will need to obtain a BPSS check as part of this process. You must currently hold or be eligible and