- Company Name
- Sewell Group
- Job Title
- Project Manager
- Job Description
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**Job Title**
Project Manager
**Role Summary**
Lead and deliver built‑environment projects from concept (RIBA 0) to completion (RIBA 6/7) for public‑sector clients (NHS, DfE, Local Authority). Manage project teams, client relationships, and business development to achieve performance targets while ensuring quality, risk control, and continuous improvement.
**Expectations**
- Successful delivery of projects on time, within budget and to agreed quality standards.
- Build and maintain strong client and stakeholder relationships, ensuring satisfaction and identifying new business opportunities.
- Mentor junior staff and promote a culture of knowledge sharing and professional growth.
- Demonstrate measurable improvement in project delivery processes and team performance.
**Key Responsibilities**
- Lead day‑to‑day project management: task allocation, progress monitoring, risk and issue resolution.
- Develop project briefs, scope, schedules, budgets, and contract documentation.
- Provide leadership and strategic advice to clients and internal teams across design, delivery, and commissioning.
- Mentor and coach Junior Consultants and Graduates; support their professional development.
- Report project performance to Director of Project Delivery, providing transparent client reports and business‑case updates.
- Ensure invoicing aligns with cash‑flow schedules and project milestones.
- Act as Deputy for Senior Project Managers when required.
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives, capturing lessons learned and best practices.
- Identify and communicate new business opportunities; support bids and proposals.
- Maintain accurate timesheets, expense forms, and governance records.
- Collaborate with Safety, Environment, and Compliance teams to meet regulatory and internal standards.
**Required Skills**
- Proven project management experience in the built environment (RIBA 0–6/7).
- Strong leadership, team‑building, and mentoring capabilities.
- Excellent client‑facing communication and stakeholder management.
- Robust risk management, quality assurance, and contract administration skills.
- Budgeting, cost control, and cash‑flow oversight.
- Business development acumen and ability to generate new opportunities.
- Proficiency in project management software (e.g., Primavera, MS Project, Procore).
- Analytical skills for performance reporting and continuous improvement.
**Required Education & Certifications**
- Bachelor’s degree in Architecture, Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or related field.
- Professional project‑management certification (PMP, PRINCE2, or equivalent) preferred.
- RIBA qualification or equivalent industry certification is advantageous.
Manchester, United kingdom
On site
31-10-2025