Project Manager/Estimator in Stoke-on-Trent

Our client is currently expanding and they are seeking an experienced Project Manager/Estimator to oversee various high quality construction projects across the UK. This company manage fit-outs, refurbs, new builds and commercial sites with values up to £500,000. This dynamic and personable team have a professional but relaxed culture and have fun along the way. This Project Manager/Estimator role will be a key appointment for them and their growth and has excellent opportunities. Reporting to the Senior leadership team, this role gives responsibility for projects from the initial discussion through to the finalised project, it's a highly commercially focussed role where you will be involved in the quoting and securing business through to the managing of subcontractors, client relationships and budget management across a portfolio of projects.

Job Description:

• To prepare accurate and competitive tenders and quotations across a range of project values (up to £500,000).
• Responsible for site surveying, producing all pricing estimates and managing the full project until final completion and handover.
• Develop and maintain project programmes, ensuring milestones and target timescales are met.
• Manage and coordinate subcontractors, suppliers, and directly employed team.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships, acting as the primary point of contact throughout delivery.
• Monitor project budgets, identifying commercial risks, and report on financial performance.
• Conduct regular site visits and attend client, design team, and progress meetings.
• Ensure all works are carried out in accordance with health & safety legislation and company procedures.
• Produce progress reports and project documentation for internal and client use.
• Contribute to business development, identifying opportunities to grow the portfolio.

Candidate Requirements for the Project Manager role:

• Ideally a qualification within Construction Management, Quantity Surveying or a related discipline.
• Strong experience of managing construction projects.
• Must have experience in fit-outs/refurbishments/interior build-out experience.
• Previous experience in estimating, pricing and tenders is essential.
• Experience in conducting site surveys is essential.
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously from a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent interpersonal and client-facing communication skills.
• SMSTS or equivalent H&S certification.
• Experience of using project management software is an advantage.
• The ability to read and interpret construction drawings, specifications, and contract documents.
• Sound understanding of construction health & safety requirements.
• Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel UK-wide.

This role is commutable from: Cheshire, Staffordshire, Stoke on Trent, Crewe, Stone, Stafford, Cheadle, Market Drayton, Newcastle under Lyme, Keele, Congleton, Uttoxeter and surrounding areas.

This role would suit candidates with the following experience: Construction Manager, Project Manager, Estimating Project Manager, Construction Project Manager, Fit-out Project Manager, Contracts Manager.

Hours: Monday – Friday 8:30 am – 4:30 pm

Salary: £40,000 - £50,000 Per Annum