Project Manager – Central Region (FTC)

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 to undertake Fire Safety Improvement works on a 3.5 year fixed term contract. This is a full-time role, based at HMP Norwich.

Duties of the Role:

• Lead the Fire Safety Improvement works project and liaise with the MOJ.
• 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.
• 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 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 leading schemes in a Prison Environment understanding the MOJ protocols involved.
• BPSS security clearance
• Have 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