Job description:
Company Description United Living is a leading infrastructure, construction, and property services company in the UK. We help our customers and the communities they serve benefit from resilient infrastructure, affordable homes, and improved living spaces that are fit for the future. Our mission is to be the partner and employer of choice for designing, building, maintaining, and connecting communities and critical infrastructure, to create a more sustainable and inclusive society. United Living Group is comprised of four complementary businesses, all dedicated to realising our vision of creating a connected, sustainable future: Property Services ndash; We revitalise homes and communities through the regeneration of living spaces, breathing new life into neighbourhoods. From delivering large programmes of work for social housing providers, to ensuring the highest building safety standards, we provide a range of services for public sector clients. Infrastructure Services ndash; Our team of infrastructure specialists design, build and maintain critical energy and water infrastructure, for the UK rsquo;s largest network owners and operators. The work we do supports the requirement for effective solutions to address the UK rsquo;s decarbonisation goals, and our processes minimise environmental and carbon impacts, whilst ensuring the safe and reliable operation of assets. New Homes - As experienced and specialist new build housing contractors, we create homes and regenerate areas with communities in mind. We work collaboratively with registered partners, local authorities, and private developers to provide high quality, energy efficient, and sustainable homes for people to live and grow. Connected - We connect people through fixed-line and wireless telecom infrastructure, ensuring seamless communication and access to information for all. At United Living, we have one of the largest specialist in-house teams for project management, acquisition, design, construction, and maintenance in the UK. Job Description Due to continued growth, we have an opportunity for an experienced Project Manager from an infrastructure of Utilities biased back ground to lead on a number of schemes that encompass new Energy Centres and Heating Network Upgrades across the borough of Wolverhampton. Responsible for preparation and effective management of the project producing the overall Project Delivery Plan and associated detailed programmes. Where necessary, in conjunction with the Operations/Contracts Manager, making amendments to maintain the overall Plan. Take all necessary actions to ensure that work is carried out within the project requirements and timescales bull; Act as a visibly strong leader of SHEQ, ensuring that all activity and reporting is accurate, legally compliant and within group policies, highlighting and resolving concerns when identified. bull; Ensure that projects are staffed adequately and led and managed effectively and maintain high levels of commitment and morale; ensure at all times that good two-way communication occurs. bull; Induct all employees on site on the United Way of working ensuring that the contract delivery processes are complied with and adopted into your daily disciplines. bull; Report areas of opportunity and risk that may impact on the business plan to the Business Operations Manager - deploying actions to resolve. * Lead your team by example at all times and ensure that United Living is a centre of excellence. bull; Responsible for achieving an integrated service delivery for all site activities including but not limited to subcontractor procurement schedules, material requirements, plant requisition, statutory services, co-ordinated design development and completing comprehensive records. bull; Work closely with the Commercial team ensuring that all matters relating to commercial and operations are fully aligned and managed. bull; Ensure that work carried out that is outside of the scope of the contract is notified and approval by the customer and the implications of the changes and financial impact are clearly understood. bull; Assist Senior Management in agreeing with the customer the Critical Success Factors for the project. Set out and agree a plan to deliver the objectives, communicate with all staff and monitor performance bull; Have a good understanding of the Company rsquo;s obligations and rights under the terms of the contract ensuring compliance whilst protecting the Company rsquo;s rights in accordance with the contract. bull; Lead the site management team, ensuring they carry out their responsibilities in a consistent manner. bull; Manage the People responsibilities of the team including undertaking Performance Development Reviews, supporting and coaching team members to achieve both individual and business objectives. bull; Manage all employee related matters, liaising with HR as necessary. bull; Analyse designs and specifications, working closely with the design team to verify compliance with ER rsquo;s, CP rsquo;s and budget and determine feasibility and technical suitability. Undertake regular reviews to ensure work is being carried out to a high and safe standard. Agree scopes of each sub-contract package. bull; Overall project progress to be regularly reviewed and managed. Qualifications Minimum construction related Level 7 qualification (NVQ) and/or professional membership bull; Proven track record of successful delivery of projects from start to finish. bull; Proficient using Microsoft Office programmes; incl. MS Project or Equiv, Excel, Word, Outlook. bull; Proven ability to control costs and delivery on quality in line with targets. bull; Efficient use of all staff and resources. bull; Accurate interpretation of Contract Documents, programmes, drawings and technical specifications. bull; The ability to manage teams including the supply chain, direct employees and consultants. bull; Knowledge of Document Management Systems, BIM etc. bull; Appropriate CSCS card. bull; SMSTS certificate. bull; Temporary works certificate desirable. bull; Valid driving licence. Additional Information If you are ready to be part of our expanding team and contribute to our success, apply today for immediate consideration. Join us on this exciting journey of growth and innovation! As a business United Living prefer to hire directly and we will be in touch with our PSL Agencies if we require support. We do not accept speculative CVs from agencies. If speculative CVs are sent, no fee will be applicable
