Assistant Project Manager

Project Manager
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Candidate required: Assistant Project Manager

• Job Type: Permanent
• Start date: ASAP
• Industry: Construction Professionals South
• Location: Winchester

The role & about the client:

ITS Construction Professionals South are recruiting on behalf of an established and growing client advisory and project management consultancy for a Assistant Project Manager to join their team in Winchester. They have a great team and family like culture within the business and you will not be just a number here.

The consultancy works predominantly across the education sector and with Local Authorities, providing strategic client advice and project management services across a range of construction projects.

Having recently secured three years of new frameworks for new-build and refurbishment projects within the education sector, this is an excellent opportunity for a Project Manager to join the business at an exciting time of growth, with a strong pipeline of work ahead.

As Project Manager, you will be responsible for managing projects from inception through to completion, working closely with clients, consultants, contractors and wider project teams to ensure successful delivery. We are hiring for multiple Project Managers and will consider all levels.

Key responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Manage new-build and refurbishment projects from inception through to completion.
• Act as the main point of contact for clients throughout the project lifecycle.
• Develop and manage project programmes, budgets and delivery strategies.
• Coordinate and manage design teams, consultants, contractors and other stakeholders.
• Support clients through procurement and tender processes.
• Monitor project progress, cost, quality and programme.
• Lead project meetings and provide regular updates and reports to clients.
• Identify and manage project risks, issues and potential delays.
• Manage changes to project scope, cost and programme.
• Provide professional advice and guidance to clients throughout the project.
• Work collaboratively with the wider team of project managers and client advisors.
• Assist with the successful delivery of education projects across a varied portfolio.

The ideal candidate will have/be:

• Proven experience as a Project Manager within the construction industry.
• Experience delivering both new-build and refurbishment projects.
• Strong project management and organisational skills.
• Excellent client-facing and communication skills.
• Good understanding of construction procurement and contract processes.
• Experience managing consultants, contractors and wider project teams.
• Strong commercial awareness with the ability to manage project budgets.
• The ability to manage multiple projects and priorities effectively.
• Previous experience within the education or public sector would be advantageous, but is not essential.
• Relevant qualifications such as RICS, CIOB, APM or equivalent would be beneficial.

How to apply:

Please send an up-to-date CV in strict confidence.

The ITS Group is committed to promoting equal opportunities in employment. You and any job applicants will receive equal treatment regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marital or civil partner status, pregnancy or maternity, race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief, sex or sexual orientation. We welcome all applicants and are committed to an inclusive environment for all.  

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