About the Role
Due to our continued growth, an exciting opportunity has arisen for a Construction
Project Manager to join our Construction/Civils Division. You should have experience in all aspects of groundworks and S278/S38 Highways such as sewers, hard
landscaping, road construction and earthworks.
The candidate will ideally be located within the Buckinghamshire area and be willing
travel.
The role will include:
To take responsibility for the success, safety, quality, environmental, delivery and commercial and programme compliance of all contracts in your control.
Ensure that all business operations are executed in a safe manner within
current Health, Safety & Environmental legislation.
Managing all site based personnel within the contract.
Controlling client liaison and site team relationships.
Have a working knowledge of NEC 3 and JCT Conditions of Contract.
Have a working knowledge of construction methods and techniques.
Effectively manage direct labour, sub-contractors, plant hire and material
ordering.
To provide accurate management information to Contract Manager/Project
Quantity Surveyor as required.
To manage all contracts with a view to maximising margins.
Have a working knowledge of current programming software.
Preparation of safety documentation as required.
Requirements
Key skills required:
Be able to work clearly and accurately under pressure and tight timescales
Be able to think logically and laterally
Ability to demonstrate excellent communication and organisational skills
Excellent communication and liaison skills
Excellent co-ordination and organisational skills
Project Management
Problem solving ability
Good leadership qualities
Ability to negotiate/delegate
Collaboration - able to mediate and make sure team members work toward the same goal
Lead by example
In return, we offer a competitive salary DOE, company car, 22 days holiday plus
service related/purchase entitlement, auto enrolment company pension scheme, life
and critical insurance along with other benefits.
About the Company
Walker Construction is a multi-disciplined construction company operating throughout the
UK. Founded in 1964 by three Walker brothers, Walker Construction is a family business at
its core.
Our purpose is to improve people’s lives by building the facilities and infrastructure that
communities need, provide opportunities for our people to learn, grow and progress and
work with our supply chain to promote the very best working practices as well as caring for the environment in which we work. We do this by holding true to our values, delivering
excellence for our clients and the community.