Senior Project Manager - Wolverhampton

Overview

Caddick Construction is a family-owned business renowned for quality, integrity, and innovation in the construction sector. We are seeking an experienced Senior Project Manager to join our team to lead a large residential/multiroom project in the West Midlands.

At Caddick Construction, we value our people and prioritize collaboration, transparency, and career development. This is an excellent opportunity to become a vital part of our growing team.

What You’ll Do

• Liaise with the Operations Director and site team to ensure the project is delivered on time and to budget.
• Ensure project forecast handover dates are realistic and communicated effectively to the Contract Manager.
• Have strong knowledge of contractual obligations for the specific project.
• Participate in and provide updates for regular cost review meetings with the site teams.
• Prepare and maintain the project-specific quality plan, ensuring it is fully implemented by all members of the site team.
• Champion the highest standards of safety and quality at all times.
• Ensure no defects are evident at practical completion and maintain a robust snagging regime, especially at handover.
• Manage all aspects of construction programmes, schedules, and trackers.
• Deputise for the Operations Director at site meetings as required.
• Develop strong working relationships with site teams, clients, and subcontractors.
• Ensure the site is compliant with health, safety, environmental, and quality management systems.
• Manage and mentor the Site Team.
• Assist the Commercial team regarding any legal, contract, or insurance issues.
• Liaise with the Social Value Manager where applicable to support client commitments.
• Any other reasonable duties necessary to contribute to the effectiveness of the company and keep management regularly informed.

What We’re Looking For

Skills and Experience

• Extensive experience in managing large-scale construction projects and multi-disciplinary construction teams. Experience in the Residential/Multiroom sector is ideal but not essential.
• Experience promoting and ensuring exemplary health and safety standards on large-scale construction projects.
• Technical knowledge of construction build processes and defects.
• Good working knowledge of contract conditions, CDM regulations, Design Management, Programme and Risk Management, and cost control including forecasting, actual cost, and value reporting.
• Experience managing Industrial and/or Commercial Projects up to £30 Million.
• A multi-skilled trade background or bachelor’s degree in construction management or related field.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel) and Project scheduling tools.
• SMSTS or IOSH Managing Safely certification.
• First Aid Certificate.

Personal Attributes

• Ability to plan, manage and deliver successful projects with minimal guidance.
• Good knowledge of health and safety practices and legislation.
• Understands and applies commercial principles in terms of cost, profit, market, and added value.
• Assertive with strong persuasion and communication skills.
• Strong time management and organizational abilities.
• Excellent communication, people and team management skills, with the ability to influence, motivate and mentor.
• Ability to challenge designs and resolve problems to a conclusion.

Why Join Caddick Group?

• Competitive Compensation And Benefits: We offer a competitive salary package and comprehensive benefits to support your career.
• Career Growth: Clear opportunities for professional development and progression.
• A People-Centred Approach: We prioritize collaboration, integrity, and long-term partnerships.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Caddick Construction is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and respected, regardless of background, identity, or status.

Caddick Group Benefits

• Health and Wellbeing: Employee Assistance Programme with 24/7 confidential support; PSA testing and breast cancer awareness sessions.
• Birthday Day Off: A discretionary day off each year to celebrate your birthday.
• Additional Annual Leave Purchase Scheme: Purchase up to 5 extra days of holiday.
• Caddick Hub: Exclusive colleague discount programme.
• Enhanced Family Friendly Leave: Enhanced parental, maternity, and paternity leave.
• Ride To Work Scheme: Tax and NI savings for cycling equipment over 12 months.
• Pension: Caddick Group contributes 5% to your pension.
• Continuous Professional Development: Learning and development opportunities.
• Private Healthcare & Medicash: Private healthcare scheme.
• Life Assurance: Death-in-service cover up to 4x salary (age 70).