Project Manager

Overview

Manage delivery of built environment projects for public sector clients

Key Responsibilities

• project delivery
• risk management
• client engagement
• financial modeling
• procurement management
• reporting

Tasks

-Implement best practices in project delivery and management, ensuring robust risk management and quality control -Provide case studies for all completed projects to grow and further enhance the business collateral -Conduct project reviews and performance analysis to identify areas for improvement and innovation (interim and post project evaluations) -Focus on project delivery, working on multiple commissions at any one time -Ensure post project evaluations are completed for all projects and completed commissions -Deliver projects on time, within costs and within quality / proposal requirements and Sewell Advisory ISO 9001, 14001 and 45001 accreditations. This will involve progress reporting, client satisfaction feedback, monitoring of the project plan and other key performance indicators -Reporting directly to Senior Project Manager / Technical Associates supporting all aspect of Project Delivery -Establish a clear, partnering approach with the Sewell Advisory supply chain to ensure productive team working, effective pricing and quality expectation are met and maintained -Support the Director of Project Delivery in achieving business targets, through the management of direct commissions and monitoring / reporting on project performance -Successful development and delivery of a range of new build and refurbishment projects from simple to complex, ensuring they are completed on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards -Ensure the delivery of high-quality consultancy services and project delivery in line with client expectations and industry standards -Manage project teams, ensuring effective coordination, communication, and resource allocation -Work with the wider Sewell Advisory team to design, contribute towards, lead, write and present; feasibility studies; option appraisals; bid applications; business cases; schedules of accommodation; new ways of working etc -Promote a culture of continuous learning and development, encouraging team members to share insights and best practices -Tracking and reporting on changes to the project and / or commission scope, analysing and reporting on the impact of the changes -Identify and communicate new business opportunities to expand our client portfolio, service offer and market presence -Monitor and report on project progress and performance, ensuring accountability and transparency, including client reports where required -Obtain client feedback to ensure continuous development and improvement of products and outputs, and testimonials that can be used in marketing activities -Ensure that all work is invoiced in line with project cashflows -Always develop and maintain excellent client / customer relationships and engagement -Promote the Sewell Advisory and wider Sewell Group brand and services to existing and new customers where appropriate -Work as part of a team that collaborates on projects, and shares evidence, best practice, and ideas to continuously improve processes and products and develop innovative solutions -Manage economic and financial models for projects at all RIBA stages of development -Develop fee proposals for project opportunities -Highlight any issues, problems, opportunities, risks, threats, solutions, ideas, complaints or positive feedback to the Associate Directors and Project Delivery Director in a timely fashion -Lead client engagements from proposal to project delivery, ensuring client satisfaction and value delivery -Ensure all appropriate contract documentation is in place for commissions -Manage the procurement and appointment of consultants and contractors on behalf of customers -Contribute to audits and feedback sessions to ensure consistent service quality and client satisfaction -Oversee project lifecycle management, from initial scoping to post-delivery review -Engage with the Safety, Environment and Compliance team to ensure we are working to the latest guidance, standards and legislation -Develop tailored solutions to meet client needs, enhancing Sewell Advisory's reputation in the market -Assist in the management of the Sewell Advisory supply chain -Provide a first-class consultancy service to internal and external clients/partners -Responsible for own professional development, CPD and L&D requests and keeping up to date with key sector and market trends and intelligence -Lead on business development through project delivery and key account holdings by developing and maintaining strong customer relationships -Instigate and maintain good project management procedures and project documentation e.g. briefs, scopes; project execution plans; design briefs / tenant requirements, risk & opportunity registers, delivery programmes; operational policies; etc -Provide leadership, advice and consultation on the design, development and implementation of projects, to a wide range of internal and external stakeholders -Deliver financial targets on commissions, take action and escalate when required to address forecast shortfalls / overspend -Day to day management of their own projects, including task allocation and progress monitoring -Act as client, employers representative, project manager, agent or contractor as required by the scope and commission -Co-ordinate and facilitate client workshops, stakeholder meetings, progress meetings -Keep accurate up to date timesheets and expense forms -Develop and maintain excellent relationships with a wide range of external stakeholders and organisations -Mentor and coach Junior Consultants and Graduates whilst working on commissions, fostering a culture of knowledge sharing and professional growth

Requirements

• mrics
• ms project
• sypro
• nec contracts
• leadership
• client management

What You Bring

-Good decision-making skills and leading multi disciplinary design and project teams -Experience of project transactions and supporting contract / legal procedures -Knowledge of Construction Contracts e.g. NEC3, NEC4, JCT, etc -Professional Qualification (MRICS, HNC,HND, BA, BSc) in Construction, Project Management, Real Estate, or a related field -A full, valid UK driving licence and own transport -Experience of writing reports, business cases, feasibility studies on subjects related to the company's business -Experience of working within the NHS or other public sector -Excellent organisation skills with the ability to prioritise tasks accordingly, meet set deadlines and work with multiple ongoing tasks -The ability to learn and work with new technology and software, and be comfortable implementing new and improved ways of working -Working knowledge of LIFT, PFI or Procure 22 or other related frameworks -Experience of land and property acquisitions and/or disposals -Experience of projects that require Town and Country Planning Permission -In-depth knowledge of project management and delivery methodologies, governance frameworks, and industry standards -Awareness of the importance of confidentiality -Excellent client management abilities, with a focus on building long-term relationships -Proven experience in a project delivery role, within the built environment, property, development or related sectors -Familiar with contract management software e.g. Sypro, to effectively manage contracts -Be able to work both as a team member and alone in a busy working environment -Understand the market, e.g. strategic direction, opportunities, and threats -Excellent listening and communication skills -Have a thorough approach / high levels of attention to detail and accuracy -Experience of development appraisals and commercial viability -Familiar with the Synergist (or other software to track commission and team performance -Experience of working within health, social care, and education sectors -Excellent levels of computer literacy in Microsoft Office products, specifically Outlook, Word, Excel, MS Project and PowerPoint

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Benefits

-High Street & Retail discount schemes -Bike 2 Work Scheme -Auto Enrolment pension -Staff discounts -Technology Scheme -25 days holiday (plus Bank Holidays), rising with length of service to 30 days -Annual Bonus opportunity -Paid Parental Leave and Sickness Absence schemes

About Sewell Group

-The company has worked on a variety of high-profile projects, from residential developments to large-scale infrastructure projects. -A strong focus on delivering sustainable, innovative solutions is at the heart of the company's approach. -The company is known for delivering complex projects on time and within budget. -Specialisms span multiple sectors, including residential, commercial, energy, and utilities. -Notable past work includes transforming historic buildings and developing cutting-edge commercial spaces. -The company employs a forward-thinking approach, utilizing the latest technology to optimize construction processes.

Sector Specialisms

Security Clearance

-enhanced dbs (criminal record) check will be carried out for the successful candidate