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Construction Project Manager
We are looking for a Construction Project Manager to join our team in Newport, Isle of Wight, supporting the delivery of a major long-term construction programme.
Due to a significant increase in workload and an expanding pipeline of works, we are seeking an experienced Project Manager to help drive the successful delivery of multiple phases of this high-profile project. This is an exciting opportunity to join an established team and play a key role in a scheme that will have a lasting impact on the local community.
Working closely with operational, commercial and design teams, you will be responsible for ensuring projects are delivered safely, efficiently, on programme and to the highest quality standards.
What You'll Be Doing
- Leading the delivery of construction projects from planning through to completion
- Managing programme, cost, quality, safety and risk across allocated works
- Coordinating project teams, subcontractors and supply chain partners
- Ensuring works are delivered in line with project objectives, contractual requirements and client expectations
- Building and maintaining strong relationships with clients, consultants and key stakeholders
- Monitoring project performance and implementing corrective actions where required
- Driving a positive health, safety and wellbeing culture across the project
- Identifying and managing project risks and opportunities throughout the delivery lifecycle
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What We're Looking For
- Proven experience as a Project Manager within the construction industry
- Experience delivering medium to large construction projects from inception through to completion
- Strong leadership and stakeholder management skills
- Good understanding of programme management, commercial principles and risk management
- Experience managing multidisciplinary teams and supply chain partners
- Excellent communication and problem-solving abilities
- A proactive, organised and solutions-focused approach to project delivery
Why Join Wates?
- Join a major long-term project with a strong future pipeline of work
- Be part of a collaborative and high-performing project team
- Play a key role in a growing programme of works on the Isle of Wight
- Opportunities for career development and progression
- Competitive salary and benefits package, with flexibility where possible
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Our Commitments
Wates is proud to be an employer where anyone can thrive, and we welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds. We encourage you to apply even if you don't meet every requirement, as we value transferable skills and assess all applications fairly.
We don't discriminate based on a criminal record; all applications are reviewed on an individual basis against the requirements of the role. Some roles may require additional checks, due to the nature of the work. As a Disability Confident Leader, we offer an interview to applicants with a disability who meet the minimum criteria for the role and opt in to the Disability Confident scheme. Reasonable adjustments are available, please contact us at recruitment@wates.co.uk
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