Project Manager

Project Manager £35,000 Medway An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced and organised Project Manager to join a growing Projects Team within an established facilities management and building services business. You will be responsible for managing multiple facilities, construction and building projects from initial instruction through to completion and handover. This will include planning and programming works, managing budgets and resources, coordinating engineers and subcontractors, and ensuring projects are delivered safely, on time and to the required standard. This is a hands-on Project Manager role, combining office-based project management with regular visits to client sites. You will play a key role in maintaining strong client relationships, resolving issues and ensuring projects remain commercially and operationally on track. Duties Include: Manage multiple projects simultaneously from initial instruction through to completion and handover. Develop clear project delivery plans, budgets and timescales. Produce and maintain detailed programmes of works. Monitor project budgets, labour, materials and subcontractor costs. Coordinate in-house engineers, suppliers and subcontractors. Arrange labour, materials, equipment and site access requirements. Attend client sites for pre-start meetings, progress inspections and handovers. Monitor progress and take proactive action to prevent delays. Keep clients informed of project progress, timescales and any changes. Manage project variations and ensure additional works are properly recorded and approved. Review subcontractor quotations and ensure value for money and compliance with project requirements. Monitor quality and ensure defects and snagging issues are resolved promptly. Ensure all works are delivered safely and in accordance with health and safety requirements. Maintain accurate project records, including costs, progress updates, photographs and completion documentation. Work closely with Projects and Operations teams to ensure smooth project delivery and handover. Develop positive client relationships and identify opportunities for further works. The successful candidate will have: Previous Project Management experience within facilities management, construction, refurbishment or building services. Proven ability to manage multiple live projects simultaneously. Strong budget management and commercial awareness. Experience producing and managing programmes of works. Experience coordinating directly employed engineers and subcontractors. A proactive approach to problem-solving and project risk. Ability to work independently while contributing effectively to a wider team. This role is being handled by Chloe Wadhams & Holly Ensoll, Business Support Consultant for Pearson Whiffin Recruitment. Not quite the right role but still looking? Whether you are entry or Executive level, our team of experienced Recruitment specialists can help you with your career. We are Kent’s leading independent consultancy and pride ourselves on delivering an exceptional service to both candidates and clients. Find us on Facebook @PearsonWhiffinRecruitment and Instagram @PearsonWhiffinRecruitment