Project Manager - Hard & Soft Landscaping
The Role
Due to continued growth and expansion, an exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Project Manager to join a well-established landscaping team. You will be responsible for delivering high-quality soft and hard landscaping schemes across domestic and commercial projects with values of up to £3 million.
This role will involve managing projects from initial concept through to final completion, ensuring all works are delivered to the highest standards.
The position is full-time and based both in the office and on site.
Key Responsibilities
Stakeholder Liaison: Working closely with clients, site managers, suppliers, subcontractors and internal teams to ensure projects are delivered efficiently and cost-effectively.
Technical Review: Reviewing drawings, specifications and employer's requirements to identify potential risks and opportunities.
Resource Planning: Coordinating labour, plant, equipment and materials to ensure projects are completed within agreed programmes and budgets.
Operational Strategy: Selecting appropriate construction methods to ensure works are carried out safely, efficiently and in line with client requirements.
Value Engineering: Identifying alternative materials and construction methods to enhance project outcomes.
Issue Management: Raising early warnings for potential issues and providing practical, workable solutions.
Compliance: Auditing works to ensure compliance with quality, environmental and health & safety standards, including ISO systems.
Requirements
Proven experience in both hard and soft landscaping, with the ability to read and fully interpret detailed construction drawings.
A strong Health & Safety background, including experience preparing and managing CDM and RAMS documentation.
Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously while meeting tight deadlines.
Excellent communication, leadership and negotiation skills, both written and verbal.
Strong commercial awareness with a sound understanding of construction contracts and risk management.
High level of IT literacy, particularly in Microsoft Office (especially Excel) and the ability to prepare project programmes.
Full UK driving licence and relevant qualifications such as SMSTS and CSCS (or equivalent).
Terms and Benefits
Salary: £55,000-£60,000 per annum (depending on experience)
Hours: Monday to Friday, 08:00-17:00
Working Pattern: Office and site-based, with flexible and hybrid working options where appropriate
Holiday:
25 days annual leave plus bank holidays, and your birthday off.
Additional Benefits:
Annual discretionary performance bonus
Company pension scheme and Health Cash Plan
Cycle to Work scheme and Employee Referral Programme
Access to an e-learning platform and Employee Assistance Programme
If you believe you are suitable for this role, we would love to hear from you. Please apply today