Role: Project Director
Reports to: Construction Director
Location: Birmingham
Start: Immediate/ASAP
Contract Duration: Ongoing
Employment type: Full time, Temp to Perm or Freelance
Our client, is a specialist UK build-to-rent residential investment management business that covers the full-service platform: acquires, develops, manages and operates high quality rental property in London and major cities in the UK on behalf of its institutional capital partners.
is looking to hire an ambitious and dynamic Project Director, reporting to the Construction Director, supporting pre-acquisition cost, technical and programme activities and responsible for ensuring the completion of projects on time, within budget and to the required performance and quality standards. You will take the lead in coordinating the production of key project documents, management and reporting for the project, from planning through to project completion and handover.
You will be responsible for delivery of two schemes - one in Birmingham, one in Edinburgh. It is anticipated 4 days per week in Birmingham and 1 day per week in Edinburgh. The Edinburgh scheme is close to completion so travel to Edinburgh will only be for the initial few months.
Desired Experience, Skills & Qualifications:
* Strong project management experience within the property industry or relevant construction experience
* Experience of project specification and procurement, contract documentation/administration processes
* Experience of sourcing, vetting and appointing and managing external consultants, contractors and suppliers
* Experience to working on development/professional teams and taking a lead role in driving projects forward
* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills including the ability to establish and maintain positive relationships and influence at all levels
* Strong numeracy skills; including the ability to manage and maintain accurate cash flow information
* Self-motivated with drive and determination to deliver results
* Proficiency in managing multiple timelines and projects simultaneously, setting priorities, and working with little or no direct supervision
* The ability to work autonomously and within a team
* Degree in Building or Quantity Surveying, Project Management, or other related degree
* Member of the RICS or other related institutions
* Working knowledge of Project & Construction Management, Measurement & Specification, Tendering and Contract Management
* A solid knowledge of building technology and construction process
* A working knowledge of current Health and Safety standards and building regulations
* Expert level proficiency in MS Office – Word, Excel, Project; and database management programs in order to complete, design, and develop required reports and documents; including experience in software applications related to budgeting and overall project management
Please apply with CV to jennifer.mcbride@peoplegroup.com