Job Description
Project Manager - Nortfleet
Project duration: Ongoing
Salary starting: 300 per hour
Job Type: Full-time, Temporary
Site Hours: 07.30am - 17.30pm
UKR Group is looking for an experienced Project Manager to start ASAP in a job in Northfleet.
Responsibilities:
Lead, plan, and oversee construction projects from concept to completion, ensuring they are delivered on time, within scope, and within budget.
Develop detailed project programmes, including schedules, milestones, resource allocation, and procurement plans.
Liaise with architects, engineers, surveyors, contractors, and clients to ensure project requirements are clearly defined and met.
Manage on-site operations, including supervising site managers, subcontractors, and labour teams.
Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations, building codes, and environmental standards.
Monitor construction progress, carry out site inspections, and resolve issues that could cause delays or impact quality.
Prepare and manage budgets, cost reports, and payment schedules, ensuring cost control throughout the project.
Oversee procurement of materials and services, ensuring timely delivery and quality assurance.
Manage contract negotiations, variations, and claims in collaboration with commercial teams.
Report regularly to senior management and stakeholders on project status, risks, and key decisions.
Skills:
Strong leadership and team management capabilities, with the ability to coordinate multiple stakeholders.
Excellent communication and negotiation skills.
Solid understanding of construction processes, building methods, and technical drawings.
Competence in project management software and construction scheduling tools
Strong organisational skills with a proactive, solutions-focused approach.
Sound commercial awareness and cost management skills.
Ability to maintain quality and safety standards under tight deadlines.
Knowledge of risk assessment and mitigation in a construction environment.
Requirements
CSCS card
SMSTS Card
First Aid
Proven experience managing medium to large-scale construction projects.
Comprehensive knowledge of UK building regulations and health and safety legislation (e.g., CDM Regulations).
Familiarity with both traditional and agile project management methodologies.
All applicants must have the Right to Work in the UK.
Next step:
If you feel that you have the right skills, apply in our jobs section.
UKR Group is a construction recruitment agency operating on behalf of our clients to find suitable candidates for vacancies.
