Project Manager

The Role Fortem Solutions are looking for a highly skilled Project Manager to oversee a Retrofit program, based primarily in Swanley but with another site in Tunbridge Wells. This busy Project Manager position will be managing a large team of Site Managers therefore experience in this field is essential. The Company Fortem Solutions are a nationwide business specialising in the Social Housing sector. We provide Repairs & Maintenance, Retrofit, Capital Works and Decarbonisation workstreams within Local Authorities and Housing Associations. Duties & Responsibilities Key Responsibilities: * Organise and review works schedules, including resources, materials and supply chain requirements. * Operate Health, Safety and Environmental policies and procedures within guidelines. * Monitor and inspect works, carry out site quality and compliance audits and take appropriate action. * Engage and develop excellent relationships with supply chain, client representatives and consultants. * Communicate effectively with clients and project team. * Recruit, train, develop and retain your team to deliver high levels of customer service. * Deliver project to quality standard within timescale and to client satisfaction. * Plan cost effective use of resources and forecast resource requirements in line with budget and projected work. * Understand budget and maintain accurate project forecasts in relation to program and cost. * Comply to statutory and regulatory requirements. * Identify risk and put in place appropriate contingency planning. * Ensure resources are adequate and competent for the works involved. * Monitor performance and competency of team to manage and recognize achievements. * Provide timely and accurate reports for internal and external communication. * Identify opportunities for further work streams. What You Will Need Essential Criteria * Demonstrable Construction Project Management (external construction works). * Exceptional Health & Safety (H&S) knowledge * Ability to read interpret and understand programs, drawings, schedules and specifications * Comfortable producing progress updates for the client in preparation for client meetings & internal reviews. * To be commercially aware, comfortable working alongside the commercial team, confident in challenging others and ensuring program deadlines are achieved. * Role Appropriate CSCS card * First Aid at work certificate * SMSTS * Full UK driving license (6 points max.) Desirable Criteria * Experience working within a Retrofit program * Experience of overseeing multiple projects * CSCS Benefits * Motor Expenditure Allowance (£3,500). * 25 days annual leave + bank holidays + your birthday off * Eligible for a bonus of up to 10% * Annual pay reviews * 26 weeks full pay maternity leave * 8 weeks full pay paternity leave * Discounted gym memberships at national and local gyms * Up to £3,000 colleague referral fee * Vast directory of training on bespoke in-house Learning Management System * Private healthcare and dental care * Cycle to work scheme * Retail and mobile phone provider discounts Who We Are We are part of the Willmott Dixon group, established in 2002 Fortem provides specialist property solutions tailored to keep homes and buildings running smoothly. Our highly trained teams deliver a range of internal and external repairs as well as high quality voids, planned installations and gas services. Alongside our core functions, we have extensive experience in decarbonisation, specialising in making homes more energy-efficient and helping clients on their journey to become zero carbon. Our experience, commitment to best practice and exemplary quality, together with a genuine partnered approach, ensures we achieve excellent outcomes for our partners, clients and customers. We have an established track record of improving communities and creating better places for people to work and live. We are Investors in People – Gold, we believe in equality, diversity and respect for all and encourage applications from all sectors of the community