Job Description
MERITUS are recruiting for a Building & Construction Project Leader to join our client in Broughton, Flintshire on an initial 12 month deal. MUST HAVE SUSTAINABILITY EXPERIENCE.
BUILDING & CONSTRUCTION PROJECT LEADER - INSIDE IR35 - £40 PER HOUR - BROUGHTON, FLINTSHIRE - 12 MONTHS - SINGLE STAGE INTERVIEW PROCESS - SUSTAINABILITY EXPERIENCE REQUIRED
The Project Construction Leader is responsible for leading CAPEX construction projects from initial feasibility through design, delivery, and final handover. The role involves managing multi-functional teams, coordinating external consultants, and ensuring projects are delivered safely, compliantly, on time, and to budget.
Key Responsibilities
* Lead multi-functional project teams and external consultants to deliver building services and refurbishment projects.
* Manage projects from inception and feasibility through design, specification, site delivery, and handover.
* Develop project delivery plans, manage risks and opportunities, and oversee CAPEX business cases through approval and close-out.
* Oversee detailed building services design, including plant replacement and refurbishment works.
* Monitor professional service work packages and on-site works, ensuring technical compliance and H&S standards.
* Liaise with clients, architects, and design teams; prepare reports, drawings, specifications, and cost documentation.
* Build and maintain strong client and stakeholder relationships.
* Ensure compliance with company safety, security, and ethical requirements.
Skills & Experience
* Proven experience leading multi-disciplinary project teams on capital investment projects.
* Background in facilities management, consultancy, or senior project management roles.
* Strong understanding of mechanical and electrical building services, including operation, maintenance, and lifecycle planning.
* Experience delivering small to medium refurbishment projects in existing buildings.
* Ability to translate client briefs into clear construction scopes and consultant requirements.
* Proficient with industry design tools and project management software (e.g. MS Project, SharePoint, G Suite).
* ONC/HNC (or equivalent) in Building Services or related engineering discipline.
* Professional membership (e.g. CIBSE, IMechE, IET) desirable.
* Excellent communication, leadership, and stakeholder management skills.