Project Manager
Skills
Key Performance IndicatorsProject GovernanceProject PerformanceProject PlansProject TeamsQuality ControlResource Planning
What the job involves
The main requirements, responsibilities and hiring steps.
Requirements
- Projects are managed to the right quality standards and are completed efficiently on time and to budget. Project delivery meets the client’s objectives and is in line with the conditions of appointment. Strong relationships are developed with clients and members of the cross-functional team. General line management responsibilities (where appropriate) are effectively discharged. Business development opportunities with existing and new clients including cross- selling opportunities are identified and acted upon. The internal financial status of all projects is effectively monitored. Key information and data is effectively cascaded and appropriately retained. NEC (3/4) accreditation (preferred) Preferred if chartered/qualified with ICE APM RICS etc. Candidates will ideally be degree qualified in a construction related subject
Day to day
- To lead Project Management Commissions taking responsibility for end to end service delivery often with respect to large or complex projects. To act as the key day to day client interface ensuring that client objectives are met and that projects are delivered to time and cost targets and the appropriate quality standards. Advising at a strategic level at the project inception stage including providing advice on the different approaches that can be adopted in order to successfully achieve the client’s overall objectives. Preparing and maintaining definitions of project requirements. Helping to establish the overall success criteria for the project including time cost technical and performance parameters. Establishing effective project governance processes and systems to be utilised throughout project. Preparing and maintaining schedules of activity including producing the master project plan. Managing the development of the project in accordance with approved plans and targets. Developing and implementing resource plans and procurement of resources. Leading and facilitating the overall cross-functional project team. Monitoring and applying performance management techniques including the use of KPI’s to improve project performance. Managing the change control process
- Developing and agreeing budgets and controlling forecast and actual costs against them. Managing the flow of project information between the team and the client through regular meetings and written communications. Identifying and monitoring project risks; planning and implementing risk mitigations. Preparing formal project progress and other reports. Taking a leading role in interfacing with the client other consultants and managing stakeholders at all project stages. Advising the client regarding Health & Safety and Environmental issues and risks
- Planning for and the ongoing management of quality safety health and environment issues.