Jupiter Play & Leisure Ltd
Construction Project Manager – Play & Sports Installations
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At Jupiter Play
We're passionate about creating exceptional outdoor spaces that inspire children, families and communities to be more active, imaginative and connected.
As one of the UK's leading specialists in playgrounds, outdoor fitness and sports facilities, we design, supply and install inspiring play spaces across the UK.
From community play spaces to major destination projects, our work combines innovative design with practical construction to create places that people love.
We're now looking for an experienced Construction Project Manager to join our Contracts & Aftersales team.
This is a hands-on project delivery role for someone who understands construction, site management and subcontractor coordination and is confident making practical decisions when things don't go to plan.
You'll manage your own portfolio of installation projects from order through to completion, working with clients, subcontractors, suppliers and our internal teams to deliver projects safely, on time, within budget and to a high standard.
This isn't a purely administrative project management role. We need someone who understands how projects are actually built and is confident making practical decisions to keep them moving.
What you'll do
- Manage a portfolio of play, sports and outdoor installation projects from order through to completion.
- Develop and manage project programmes, identifying risks, delays and actions required to keep projects on track.
- Coordinate subcontractors, suppliers and installation teams.
- Review drawings, site information and ground conditions and identify potential buildability issues.
- Make practical decisions on site and take ownership of resolving construction and delivery problems.
- Manage variations, changes to scope and associated commercial implications.
- Work closely with clients, subcontractors, Sales, Design and Finance throughout the project lifecycle.
- Monitor project costs and ensure projects remain within agreed budgets.
- Manage snagging, completion and handover.
- Ensure relevant Health & Safety and CDM requirements are understood and appropriately managed.
- Provide practical construction and project support to colleagues within the Contracts & Aftersales team, particularly on more complex installations and site issues.
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About You
We're looking for an experienced construction or project professional who enjoys taking ownership, solving problems and seeing a project successfully delivered.
You will ideally have:
- At least 3 years' experience in construction project management, contract management or a similar role.
- Experience managing construction, installation, landscaping, groundworks or external works projects.
- Confidence making decisions and resolving problems on site.
- Ability to read and understand drawings, layouts and site information.
- Good commercial awareness and an understanding of project costs and budgets.
- Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
- A full UK driving licence and willingness to travel throughout the UK.
Experience in playgrounds, landscaping, groundworks, sports facilities or other outdoor construction would be particularly relevant, but isn't essential.
Why Join Jupiter Play?
You'll join an ambitious and growing business where no two projects are the same. You'll have the opportunity to work on exciting projects across the UK and see the results of your work being enjoyed by communities for years to come.
What We Offer
- £38,000–£42,000 salary, depending on experience
- Company performance bonus
- Hybrid working (60% office / 40% home)
- Holiday reward scheme
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Ongoing training and professional development.
- The opportunity to work on exciting projects that leave a lasting impact on communities across the UK.
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Working Hours
This is ideally a full-time, Monday–Friday position, with a hybrid working arrangement offering a blend of office, home and site-based working. We recognise that flexibility can help attract and retain great people therefore we would also consider applications from candidates seeking a part-time working arrangement.
The role will involve regular site visits and travel across the UK, balanced with time working from home and with the wider team in our office.
Location & Travel
We would ideally like this person to be based in Nottingham or south of Nottingham, as this will provide a good base for supporting the wider team and travelling to projects as required.
Equality, Diversity & Inclusion
We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, regardless of race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, disability, or age.
Ready to Apply?
If you're looking for a role where you can lead a great team, deliver exciting projects and make a genuine impact, we'd love to hear from you. Please send your CV together with a one-page covering letter explaining why you'd be a great fit for Jupiter Play to careers@jupiterplay.co.uk
Closing date: Due to the urgency of this vacancy, applications will be reviewed as they are received. We reserve the right to close the vacancy early once we have received sufficient applications.
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