Project Manager

Project Manager An experienced Project Manager with mechanical services, pipework or buried utilities experience is required by a Buckingham based market leader in underground pre-insulated pipe systems. Working within a small multi-disciplined team controlling various projects at any one time from order placement to final account and ensuring optimum profits are achieved from each contract. To anticipate and respond to client needs to ensure our client offers an exceptional service. Responsible for but not limited to the following items:- Key Responsibilities Checking estimate prior to accepting order Agreeing order conditions Compiling contract specific risk assessments and method statements Compiling programme of work if required Ensuring accurate working drawings are compiled and dispatched to client Ordering all materials for the project Arranging transportation and delivery of materials to site Negotiating and placing sub contract orders with installers Supplying sub contractors with all relevant documentation Supervising sub contractors during the contract Visiting sites during installations Dealing with contract variations Monitoring contract costs Ensuring all certification is (a) received from sub contractors (b) supplied to the client Ensuring as installed drawings are accurately compiled and dispatched to client on time Compiling applications for payment and ensuring they are dispatched on time in line with the contract requirements Agreeing final accounts with clients and sub contractors Ensuring retention's are applied for at the correct time Chasing overdue invoices Liaising with the client and sub contractors to ensure the smooth running of the contract whilst maximising profits The office based position will involve projects throughout the UK and candidates should possess the ability to work efficiently and independently within a small but busy multi-disciplined team controlling various projects at any one time from receipt of order to final account. Projects values range from £10k to £2M. Candidates should be familiar with producing risk assessments and method statements. Candidates are to have relevant qualifications and ideally possess H&S qualifications eg SSMTS, IOSH, appointed persons lifting operations, however this is not essential.Building Services, HVAC, groundworks and civil works experience would be an advantage. The successful individual will have a minimum of three year’s experience within a similar role and ideally have experience of working for a contractor type organisation. Applicants should have extensive experience using major forms of contract such as JCT and NEC, and be capable of liaising with contract engineers, sub contractors and suppliers to control all the financial elements of the projects from tender stage to final completion, including preparation of valuations, priced variations and final accounts. In return the successfull applicant will be offered an excellent salary plus company car allowance, contributory pension scheme and benefits.