Senior Project Manager – Workspace

McLaughlin & Harvey are one of the leading Building and Civil Engineering Contractors operating throughout the UK and Ireland.
WorkSpace is a specialist division of McLaughlin & Harvey, bringing together the legacy of an industry leader and the ingenuity of a niche team. We create interior spaces that are truly fit for purpose, using our vision, creativity, ability and a wealth of experience.
We are experts in construction, interior fit-out, commercial furniture, specialist joinery and facilities management. We deliver projects across all sectors - from high-end car showrooms and office fit-out schemes to fast-track retail build projects - often in live environments.
Recent projects include; UTV ITV relocation to a new facility in City Quays 2 in Belfast, Crumlin Road Gaol, Jewish Care in Stanmore, Charles Hurst Specialist Cars, Ulster Folk & Transport Museum, as well as range of Marks & Spencer, Sainsburys, Tesco, Primark and Co-Operative stores.
We are now seeking to recruit an experienced Senior Project Manager to join the team. The Senior Project Manager will have overall responsibility for all aspects of project delivery and leadership of the operational team. They will ensure all staff for which they are responsible are aware of their duties and are working in line with McLaughlin & Harvey’s policies and procedures. They will be responsible for the delivery of numerous projects or resident on one major project depending on complexity and value. In addition to the main duties below, and depending on the size and type of project, may undertake other duties as required by the Director.
Safety, Health, Environmental & Quality (SHEQ)

• Ensure projects are delivered in full compliance with current legislation, McLaughlin & Harvey’s policy and SHEQ operating procedures.
• Prepare and approve the Project SHEQ Plan prior to works commencing.
• Establish project specific document control procedures and communication protocols.

Programme

• Lead the development of the tender programme to produce the project programme and issue to the McLaughlin & Harvey team, supply chain and client prior to works commencing.
• Ensure approved design, procurement and construction requirements are in line with the programme, monitor progress and update accordingly.
• Undertake monthly contract reviews with the site and commercial teams, report programme, commercial and contractual risks to the director.
• Issue contractual notices in relation to the programme in accordance with the contract documents.

Resources

• Manage project resources and notify external recruitment needs to the Director.
• Lead project teams and ensure appropriate training is provided.
• Ensure accurate site records are maintained.
• Undertake regular staff and sub-contractor performance reviews.

Commercial / Contractual

• Manage the project in line with the building contract and McLaughlin & Harvey’s pricing information.
• Collaborate with the QS / Commercial Manager and communicate to the Director any matters with potential commercial or contractual implications.
• Chair sub-contractor pre-let meetings, prepare sub-contract orders in conjunction with the PM & QS.
• Ensure the client and QS are kept appraised of variations to the works and any matter likely to have commercial or contractual implications.
• Participate in, and contribute to commercial reviews and legal matters.
• Notify the Director of any potential risk to the business.
• Provide input for tenders, including contractor’s proposals, participate in interviews and presentations.

Client & third-party communication

• Maintain and foster professional and positive relationships with clients, designers and subcontractors.
• Represent McLaughlin & Harvey at client meetings.
• Promote the McLaughlin & Harvey brand and report any prospective business leads.
• Develop strategic partnerships with third parties and attend business networking opportunities.