Project Manager

Project Manager

We are seeking a Project Manager to be part of our established Pre-Construction Project Management team in Leeds; working on a large retail development programme.

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About us:

Stace is a leading property and construction consultancy delivering technical professional services. As a Partnership, we are proud to be recognised as an independent practice, involved with key projects across the UK.

Our people are the heart of Stace. As an equal opportunities employer we believe in hiring a diverse workforce and sustaining a people focussed culture with an inclusive and forward-looking environment.

Positive wellbeing is a key priority for us. It has always been our ambition for Stace to be more than just a place where you come to work. To support our employees’ positive wellbeing, we provide a wellness package and a flexitime policy. Additionally, we have a Diversity & Inclusion steering group and a network of qualified Mental Health First Aiders across our office locations.

As a team, we are committed to going beyond the delivery of our consultancy services. Therefore, we have in place a Responsible Business Strategy that focuses on our environment, communities, and people. As part of this, we provide our people with one day per calendar year to support a cause that is meaningful to them.

The culture and values set at Stace are focused on our purpose – Together, We Deliver.

Job role:

The Project Manager will be responsible for managing the process from design inception to commencement on site working alongside, acquisition managers, designers, construction managers and other consultants. The role will require the individual to work on their own initiative but within a team and should be responsible for delivering wide range of multiple projects, to meet key SLA’s

You will be capable of working in all areas of Project Management, including but not limited to:

• Management of high volume, of new and existing projects to support the expansion of a convenience retail estate.
• Use of Infomanager – an online portal/platform which is the link between the Retail Client and their framework of contractors
• Reviewing and evaluating designs from developers to co-ordinate an acceptable design proposal for the end user.
• Managing the design, costing and planning process including the co-ordination of survey information.
• Due diligence for every scheme reviewing best practice and providing value for the recommenced proposals.
• Daily communication with the client and the wider project team.
• Ensuring regular updates of project informing held on numerous tracker documents uploaded on MS teams
• Presenting schemes at various meetings to inform the client on schemes progress and proposals.
• Progressing schemes to start on site including managing the design team, direct contractors and consultants.
• Handover of approved schemes to the delivery team, including supporting actions such as planning submissions utilising a framework of consultants.

These duties and responsibilities are indicative and not exhaustive; therefore we expect you to adopt a flexible approach to your role.

Requirements:

• Appropriate educational background demonstrating good levels of numeracy and literacy
• Strong IT skills, ability to learn new applications.
• Proficiency in MS Office (including Outlook, Teams and Excel) greatly beneficial.
• Experience in retail new space/acquisitions and refits.
• Retail PM experience would be preferable.
• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and graphically.
• Knowledge and understanding in larger/commercial sized M&E installations, HVAC and Refrigeration would be preferable.
• High levels of attention to detail
• Capable of working to strict targets and timescales
• Proficient in IT and using software including; Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel & PowerPoint
• Capable of communicating effectively and efficiently with colleagues and clients

Join Our Team:

We value innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement, and we offer a supportive and engaging work environment where your skills and contributions will be recognised and rewarded.

As a part of our team, you will have the opportunity to work on diverse and exciting projects, sharpen your professional skills, and grow your career within a forward-thinking company.

If you are a dedicated Quantity Surveyor seeking a challenging and rewarding opportunity, we encourage you to apply today. Join our team, where your talents will make a real impact on the success of our projects and the satisfaction of our clients.

To apply, please submit your CV, along with a cover letter detailing your relevant experience and why you are the ideal candidate for this position.

As an equal opportunities employer we welcome applications from all backgrounds, minorities and those who consider themselves to have a disability.