Project Manager

Sewell Group

13d ago

Job
Full-time
Mid, Senior & Expert Level
Construction & Surveying
Leeds, +3

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You must have a valid UK driving licence, experience in project delivery, knowledge of construction contracts, excellent client management, and strong skills in Microsoft Office and project management.
You will manage projects, mentor junior staff, oversee quality and risk, ensure client satisfaction, report on progress, and build strong stakeholder relationships while driving business development initiatives.

Requirements

A full, valid UK driving licence and own transport.
Knowledge of Construction Contracts e.g. NEC3, NEC4, JCT, etc.
Proven experience in a project delivery role, within the built environment, property, development or related sectors.
In-depth knowledge of project management and delivery methodologies, governance frameworks, and industry standards.
Excellent client management abilities, with a focus on building long-term relationships.
Excellent levels of computer literacy in Microsoft Office products, specifically Outlook, Word, Excel, MS Project and PowerPoint.
Excellent listening and communication skills.
Excellent organisation skills with the ability to prioritise tasks accordingly, meet set deadlines and work with multiple ongoing tasks.
The ability to learn and work with new technology and software, and be comfortable implementing new and improved ways of working.
Good decision-making skills.
Awareness of the importance of confidentiality.
Have a thorough approach / high levels of attention to detail and accuracy.
Be able to work both as a team member and alone in a busy working environment.
Have a flexible attitude towards hours worked and interest in supporting the wider team during holiday and sickness periods.
Professional Qualification (HNC,HND, BA, BSc) in Construction, Project Management, Real Estate, or a related field.
Planning Permission process, proposal submission, public consultation, approval process and condition discharge.
Experience of working within the NHS or other public sector.
Experience of writing reports, business cases, feasibility studies on subjects related to the company’s business.
Experience of working within health, social care, and education sectors.
Experience of project transactions and supporting contract / legal procedures.
Working knowledge of LIFT, PFI or Procure 22 or other related frameworks.
Familiar with the Synergist (or other software to track commission and team performance.
Familiar with contract management software e.g. Sypro, to effectively manage contracts.

Responsibilities

Mentor and coach Junior Consultants and Graduates whilst working on commissions, fostering a culture of knowledge sharing and professional growth.
Day to day management of their own projects, including task allocation and progress monitoring.
Support the Director of Project Delivery in achieving business targets, through the management of direct commissions and monitoring / reporting on project performance.
Drive a culture of continuous improvement, knowledge sharing, and professional development across the consultancy team.
Provide leadership, advice and consultation on the design, development and implementation of projects, to a wide range of internal and external stakeholders.
Deputise for the Senior Project Manager(s) where required.
Reporting directly to Senior Project Manager / Technical Associates supporting all aspect of Project Delivery.
Ensure all appropriate contract documentation is in place for commissions.
Implement best practices in project delivery and management, ensuring robust risk management and quality control.
Monitor and report on project progress and performance, ensuring accountability and transparency, including client reports where required.
Assist in the management of the Sewell Advisory supply chain.
Ensure that all work is invoiced in line with project cashflows.
Highlight any issues, problems, opportunities, risks, threats, solutions, ideas, complaints or positive feedback to the Associate Directors and Project Delivery Director in a timely fashion.
Keep accurate up to date timesheets and expense forms.
Lead client engagements from proposal to project delivery, ensuring client satisfaction and value delivery.
Develop tailored solutions to meet client needs, enhancing Sewell Advisory’s reputation in the market.
Provide a first-class consultancy service to internal and external clients/partners.
Always develop and maintain excellent client / customer relationships and engagement.
Develop and maintain excellent relationships with a wide range of external stakeholders and organisations.
Understand the market, e.g. strategic direction, opportunities, and threats.
Identify and communicate new business opportunities to expand our client portfolio, service offer and market presence.
Lead on business development through project delivery and key account holdings by developing and maintaining strong customer relationships.
Promote the Sewell Advisory and wider Sewell Group brand and services to existing and new customers where appropriate.
Provide case studies for all completed projects to grow and further enhance the business collateral.
Conduct project reviews and performance analysis to identify areas for improvement and innovation (interim and post project evaluations).
Promote a culture of continuous learning and development, encouraging team members to share insights and best practices.
Work as part of a team that collaborates on projects, and shares evidence, best practice, and ideas to continuously improve processes and products and develop innovative solutions.
Engage with the Safety, Environment and Compliance team to ensure we are working to the latest guidance, standards and legislation.
Responsible for own professional development, CPD and L&D requests and keeping up to date with key sector and market trends and intelligence.
Ensure the delivery of high-quality consultancy services and project delivery in line with client expectations and industry standards.
Develop fee proposals for project opportunities.
Contribute to audits and feedback sessions to ensure consistent service quality and client satisfaction.
Deliver projects on time, within costs and within quality / proposal requirements and Sewell Advisory ISO 9001, 14001 and 45001 accreditations. This will involve progress reporting, client satisfaction feedback, monitoring of the project plan and other key performance indicators.
Obtain client feedback to ensure continuous development and improvement of products and outputs, and testimonials that can be used in marketing activities.
Focus on project delivery, working on multiple commissions at any one time.
Act as client, employers representative, project manager, agent or contractor as required by the scope and commission.
Successful development and delivery of a range of projects from simple to complex, ensuring they are completed on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards.
Tracking and reporting on changes to the project and / or commission scope, analysing and reporting on the impact of the changes.
Manage the procurement and appointment of consultants and contractors on behalf of customers.
Manage project teams, ensuring effective coordination, communication, and resource allocation.
Co-ordinate and facilitate client workshops, stakeholder meetings, progress meetings.
Oversee project lifecycle management, from initial scoping to post-delivery review.
Work with the wider Sewell Advisory team to design, contribute towards, lead, write and present; feasibility studies; option appraisals; bid applications; business cases; schedules of accommodation; new ways of working etc.
Instigate and maintain good project management procedures and project documentation e.g. briefs, scopes; project execution plans; design briefs / tenant requirements, risk & opportunity registers, delivery programmes; operational policies; etc.
Establish a clear, partnering approach with the Sewell Advisory supply chain to ensure productive team working, effective pricing and quality expectation are met and maintained.
Manage economic and financial models for projects at all RIBA stages of development.
Ensure post project evaluations are completed for all projects and completed commissions.
Deliver financial targets on commissions, take action and escalate when required to address forecast shortfalls / overspend.

FAQs

Do we support remote work?

Yes, we do support remote work in a hybrid format, allowing for a balance to be achieved to fulfill the role requirements.

What is the working hours for the Project Manager position?

The working hours are 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday, from 8.30 am to 5.00 pm.

Is experience in construction contracts required for this role?

Yes, knowledge of construction contracts such as NEC3, NEC4, or JCT is essential for this position.

What are the responsibilities of the Project Manager?

The Project Manager will be responsible for the successful delivery and management of programmes and projects, client engagement, business development, and ensuring high-quality standards in project delivery.

What qualifications are preferred for the Project Manager role?

A professional qualification (HNC, HND, BA, BSc) in Construction, Project Management, Real Estate, or a related field is desirable.

Will the successful candidate need to travel for the role?

Yes, the role requires traveling nationally for effective team and commission management, as well as business development.

What are the key skills required for this position?

Key skills include excellent client management abilities, strong organisational skills, decision-making skills, and the ability to work with multiple ongoing tasks.

Is there an opportunity for professional development?

Yes, the role encourages continuous learning and development, and the successful candidate will be responsible for their own professional development and keeping up to date with key sector trends.

Is a driving licence necessary for this job?

Yes, a full, valid UK driving licence and own transport are essential requirements for this role.

What benefits are offered with this position?

Benefits include an annual bonus opportunity, 25 days holiday (plus Bank Holidays), employee ownership scheme, auto enrolment pension, staff discounts, and more.

Sewell Group

Serving the region since 1876 providing estates solutions, as well as operating 13 fuel & convenience stores.

Engineering & Construction

Industry

201-500

Employees

1876

Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

Sewell is a multi-disciplined group of companies operating across the Yorkshire region. As a Sunday Times 100 Best Company To Work For, we strive to be a great place to work so we can be a great, innovative company to deal with. In whatever we do, we aim to create value for our communities and prove that a local family business can deliver world class services