Project Manager - Cookstown location

Martin & Hamilton are recruiting an experienced Project Manager for an exciting commercial construction project in Cookstown.

Martin & Hamilton are recruiting for an experienced Project Manager to lead the site team in delivery of complex construction works within a live factory location in Cookstown. The ideal candidate will have experience of successfully delivering complex construction works of £10m+, demonstrating a strong track record in construction project management, programme delivery, health & safety compliance and team leadership.

Job Description

Job Title: Project Manager

Reports to: Contracts Manager

Location: Cookstown (Following completion of this project candidates must be willing to travel to another works location within the wider County Antrim area)

Job Summary

As Project Manager you will be responsible for the successful planning, execution and delivery of construction projects from pre-construction through to completion. This includes managing time, cost, quality, safety, and client relationships while ensuring compliance with UK construction regulations and company procedures.

Main Duties & Responsibilities

The following list outlines the key tasks and duties of your role:

Project Delivery

• Manage construction projects through to handover, ensuring delivery on time, within budget, and to specification.
• Prepare and manage project programmes in collaboration with the Contracts Manager.
• Coordinate site teams, subcontractors, suppliers, and consultants.
• Monitor progress against programme and take corrective action where required.
• Ensure high standards of workmanship and quality control throughout the project lifecycle.

Commercial & Contractual

• Manage contract in accordance with contractual obligations.
• Keep rigorous records and administer all project correspondence via Procore; ensure compliance and best practice use of Procore with the site team and other stakeholders.
• Monitor and control project costs, including variations and change control.
• Work closely with the commercial team on valuations, applications for payment, and final accounts.
• Identify and manage project risks and opportunities.

Health, Safety & Compliance

• Ensure compliance with CDM Regulations and Company Health & Safety policies and processes.
• Promote a strong safety culture across all the site.
• Ensure RAMS are in place prior to allowing work activities to commence and ensure they are followed.
• Liaise with HSEQ Manager and client H&S team as required.

Client & Stakeholder Management

• Act as the main on-site point of contact for clients during project delivery.
• Chair technical and supply chain meetings and provide project reports.
• Manage relationships with local authorities and inspectors.
• Resolve issues and disputes effectively.
• Build and promote good working relationships with site staff, subcontractors, supply chain, QS team, HSEQ manager and wider construction/office teams.
• Effectively manage site-based teams; support the Company in maintaining a high-performance culture where staff are engaged, and motivated
• Allocate resources efficiently across the project.
• Support staff development and performance management.
• Any other duties as required and deemed within your competence.

This job description is not exhaustive and serves only to highlight the main requirements of the post holder. The job description will be reviewed and may be subject to change.

Person Specification

Qualifications & Training

• Degree or equivalent in Construction Management, Civil Engineering or similar.
• Valid First Aid at Work certificate.
• Membership of CIOB or similar

Experience

• Proven experience as a Project Manager in the UK construction industry.
• Experience managing projects typically valued at £10m+.
• Experience in commercial/industrial projects.
• Experience working in live or occupied environments.
• Strong knowledge of construction processes and site management.
• Strong understanding of JCT contracts.
• Excellent leadership, communication and organisational skills.
• Proficient in the use of MS Project and Office.
• Knowledge of and ability to maintain HSENI health & safety standards on site.
• Flexible to meet the needs of the business.
• Great work ethic & attitude.

Other

• Full & valid UK driving licence.

Comprehensive Employee Benefits Package Includes

• 32 days holiday per year
• Pension Scheme
• Income Protection Cover
• Life Insurance
• Private Medical Insurance
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
• Length of Service awards
• Branded workwear