Project manager

Job Title: Project Manager Location: St Albans Pay: GBP40 per hour Hours: Monday ndash; Friday The Construction and estates project manager will be responsible for overseeing all aspects of construction projects and associated Estates projects. The ideal candidate will possess a strong understanding of construction principles, project management methodologies, and excellent communication skills to effectively coordinate with internal stakeholders and external contractors. Key Responsibilities: Project planning and scheduling Develop comprehensive project plans outlining timelines, milestones, and resource requirements Coordinate with relevant departments to ensure alignment of project objectives with organisational goals. Establish clear project scopes and objectives in collaboration with stakeholders, sponsors and user departments Ensure project deliverables are on time Develop and manage project budgets, ensuring cost control measures are implemented throughout the project lifecycle. Monitor expenses, review invoices, and identify cost-saving opportunities without compromising project quality. Ensuring that each stage of the project happens on time, on budget and to a high standard. Lead project teams effectively, providing guidance, support, and direction to team members. Foster a collaborative work environment that promotes productivity and innovation. Support the selection and management of external contractors and vendors, ensuring adherence to project specifications and timelines Support the negotiation of contracts and agreements, ensuring favourable terms for the organisation. Ensure compliance with all relevant regulations, codes, and standards throughout the construction process. Ensure quality assurance measures are implemented to maintain high standards of workmanship and safety Maintain regular communication with stakeholders, providing updates on project progress, issues, and risks. Prepare and present comprehensive project reports to senior management, highlighting key milestones, challenges, and recommendations Skills Required: Experience in managing multiple projects simultaneously, demonstrating the ability to prioritise tasks effectively 5+ years of experience in project management within the construction industry, with a proven track record of successfully delivering construction projects from the client perspective. Bachelor #39;s degree or equivalent in Construction Management, Engineering, or equivalent experience. Strong understanding of construction principles, techniques, and materials. Construction Knowledge Familiarity with building codes, regulations, and industry standards. Ability to develop and execute comprehensive project plans, including scheduling, resource allocation, and budget management. Experience in effectively managing and delegating tasks to team members, fostering a collaborative work environment. Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build relationships and effectively communicate with internal stakeholders, external contractors, and vendors. Ability to make informed decisions under pressure, considering project objectives, constraints, and risks. Commitment to maintaining high standards of workmanship and compliance with regulations, codes, and standards governing construction projects. Benefits: Parking on site 21 days annual leave plus bank holidays Thank you for your interest in this vacancy, which is being advertised by Smart10 Recruitment Group, who are acting as an employment agency / business. Your application will be considered in competition with others and we will contact you within 3 working days if you have been shortlisted. Smart10 is a multi-award-winning specialist recruitment consultancy focused on the supply of temporary, contract and permanent placements across a select group of business sectors. In order to keep up to date and search for all our active jobs, please visit our website, like us on Facebook and follow us on Instagram or LinkedIn. Please refer to Smart10 rsquo;s Privacy Policy as to how we hold your data