buildspace - jobs
project lead.
Project Lead.
Ref: V-67010
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location.
Newmarket
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salary.
£75000 - £80000 per annum
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type.
Permanent
job description.
Job Title: Project ManagerLocation: Newmarket, Suffolk CB8 8 EB
Project Value: £6 million
Sector: Industrial / Warehouse Development
Contract Type: Permanent / Full-Time
Salary: £75,000 - £80, 000 Benefits
Reporting To: Construction Director / Senior Management
Overview
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Project Manager to lead the delivery of a £6 million industrial warehouse development in Newmarket (CB8).
The ideal candidate shall have experience in the sectors of work we operate in, delivering schemes of up to £20 million in value, and an excellent managerial background with a proven track record.
As Project Manager, you will be responsible for the life-cycle of your project from delivery through to aftercare. As a key communicator, you will be responsible for ensuring the client’s requirements are achieved at all times, coordinating with the project team to ensure a successful and hassle-free project delivery.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead the end-to-end delivery of a £6 million industrial warehouse project.
- Manage the project programme, ensuring milestones and completion targets are met.
- Oversee site operations, including health & safety, quality control, and subcontractor performance.
- Chair site meetings with subcontractors, consultants, and stakeholders.
- Collaborate with design, commercial, and client teams to manage costs, variations, and risks.
- Ensure compliance with construction regulations, company policies, and quality standards.
- Lead, motivate, and mentor the site management team.
- Manage procurement schedules, subcontractor orders, and material deliveries.
- Monitor and control project budgets, including reporting on costs and value.
- Maintain strong communication with the client to ensure requirements are consistently met.
- Take responsibility for post-delivery aftercare and client satisfaction.
- Proven experience on industrial and fit-out projects, with a strong delivery record.
- Experience delivering projects up to £20 million in value.
- Longevity of service with previous employer(s) is preferred.
- Excellent managerial skills with a proven track record of leading project teams successfully.
- Degree or Higher Education in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or related field.
- SMSTS or equivalent.
- CSCS Card.
- First Aid Training.
- Proficient IT skills.
- Excellent management, leadership, and communication skills.
- Ability to coordinate project teams and maintain high-quality delivery standards.
- Salary: £65,000 – £75,000
- Competitive benefits package.
- Full responsibility for project delivery and site management.
- Opportunity to lead a high-quality industrial warehouse development in the East of England.
