Project Manager – Central Region (Education Projects)

About The Bowmer + Kirkland Group:

B+K were established in 1923 and have grown to become one of the most successful privately-owned, and family run construction groups in the UK. Our Investors in People accreditation demonstrates our commitment to our staff and we are Scheme Partners of the Considerate Constructors Scheme – something which only a select number of high performing contractors achieve.

We are currently seeking an enthusiastic Project Manager with a background in the education sector to join our Central region  team, initially based in Sandbach. This is a full-time, permanent role.

Duties of the Role:

• Understand requirements of the contract and be able to lead and advise the site team of the project requirements.
• Ensure the site is presented in a safe and professional manner at all times.
• Fulfil the role of PC individually, where appointed under the Building Safety Act.
• Oversee the design management function of the project to ensure design is prepared in line with employer’s requirements and building regulations in line with the target programme and design responsibility matrix.
• Ensure construction and installation are in accordance with designs, specifications, etc. to be compliant with Building regulations and all relevant standards.
• Understand all company electronic management systems and software required to undertake the role.
• Oversee supply chain procurement to ensure that all subcontractors are selected on best fit for the project in terms of capability, quality and safety and best value. Ensure procurement is concluded to suit the target programme.
• Oversee the preparation and ownership of all contract and target programmes. Produce phasing documents and be able discuss confidently with all parties.
• Comply with Quality, Environmental and Health and Safety policies / good practice in running the contract.
• Prepare presentation packs / reports for the client / project managers etc as required.
• To ensure a good Considerate Constructor’s Scheme (CCS) score is achieved. Support the B&K CSR manager in meeting project KPI’s and other related commitments.
• Any other duties associated with this position which are related to the objectives of the Company or Team or contribute to individual development.

Key Skills & Experience Required:

• Experience of construction in education sector
• An appropriate academic qualification and have attained sufficient onsite experience
• Knowledge of all aspects within the Construction Industry.
• Maintain relevant professional membership(s)
• Effective management skills
• Experience in managing multidisciplinary team.
• Experience to managing specialist design sub-contractors
• In depth understanding of programme
• Knowledge of the CCS requirements
• Interpersonal skills

In return we offer:

• 25 days holiday per year, plus 8 bank holidays and Christmas Eve
• Entry into the Group Personal Pension Scheme
• Private Health Insurance (subject to a qualifying period)
• Enhanced family friendly policies (subject to qualifying period)
• Eye care voucher scheme
• Training & Development Opportunities