Construction Project Manager in Antrim

Randox Laboratories continues to develop disruptive innovations in Diagnostics and Healthcare globally. We are proud to have been named the Number 1 company in Northern Ireland for the second consecutive year in the Belfast Telegraph Top 100 Companies List for 2024. With our ever increasing number of new clinics opening on the high street across the UK and Ireland, we require several new staff members to join our Facilities team.

We have an exciting new career opportunity for a Construction Project Manager to join our Facilities team. Location: Randox Laboratories, 55 Diamond Road, Crumlin, BT29 4QY. However, travel to our sites across the UK and Ireland will also be required.

Contract Offered: Full-time, Permanent

Working Hours: 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday from 08.40 to 17.20, or longer days Monday to Thursday with half day Friday.

What does this role involve? This role is responsible for managing construction projects from inception through to completion, ensuring they are delivered safely, on time, within budget, and to the required quality standards. The role involves coordinating internal teams, contractors, consultants, and stakeholders while maintaining strict adherence to health, safety, and regulatory requirements.

Key duties of the role include:

• Project Delivery: Plan, manage, and deliver construction projects from feasibility and design through construction and handover. Develop and manage project programmes, budgets, risk registers, and procurement plans. Monitor project progress and take corrective action to address delays, cost overruns, or risks.
• Stakeholder Management: Act as the primary point of contact for clients, consultants, contractors, and internal stakeholders. Lead project meetings, site meetings, and progress reviews. Manage relationships to ensure alignment with project objectives.
• Commercial & Contract Management: Manage contracts in line with agreed terms (e.g. JCT, NEC). Review and approve payment applications, variations, and final accounts.
• Health, Safety & Compliance: Ensure compliance with all relevant health & safety legislation and company policies. Ensure works comply with building regulations, standards, and planning conditions.
• Quality & Handover: Ensure quality standards are met through inspections and audits. Manage snagging, commissioning, and handover documentation.

Essential Criteria:

• Proven experience as a Project Manager in construction (building, civil, fit-out, or infrastructure).
• Strong knowledge of construction methods, sequencing, and site operations.
• Experience managing budgets, programmes, and contracts.
• Good understanding of UK health & safety legislation (e.g. CDM Regulations).
• Ability to manage multiple stakeholders and contractors effectively.
• Proficient in project reporting and use of common project management tools.
• Full UK driving licence.
• Flexibility to travel throughout the UK and Ireland.

Desirable Criteria:

• Degree or HND in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Building Surveying, or similar.
• Professional qualification or working towards membership of RICS, CIOB, APM, or ICE.
• Formal Project Management qualification (e.g. PRINCE2, APM, PMP).
• Experience with NEC and/or JCT contracts.
• Experience managing large-scale or multi-site projects.
• Knowledge of sustainability standards (e.g. BREEAM, Net Zero, ESG requirements).

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