Project Manager (Refurbishment Projects)

FindCore are thrilled to be assisting a specialist heritage construction and restoration business with the recruitment of a Project Manager - Heritage Works.

Permanent position. This role will be based in Penkridge, Staffordshire, with travel to project sites as required.

This is a practical, hands-on position within a small specialist contractor, managing heritage, refurbishment and conservation-led projects rather than large main-contractor developments.

Salary

£45,000-£50,000 (Higher salary can be discussed dependent on suitable experience), depending on experience + potential vehicle or vehicle allowance + possible performance-related benefits

Key Responsibilities

• Take day-to-day responsibility for the delivery of small heritage and refurbishment projects.
• Manage two small works teams, including two Team Leaders and approximately eight employees overall.
• Plan and sequence projects, typically valued at around £40,000.
• Turn agreed scopes of work into practical and achievable site delivery plans.
• Ensure labour, materials, subcontractors and site access arrangements are in place.
• Monitor project progress, quality, safety and costs against agreed expectations.
• Maintain accurate site records, photographs, task updates and progress reports.
• Ensure RAMS, task instructions and site-control procedures are followed.
• Identify potential issues early and escalate significant concerns to the Managing Director.
• Communicate professionally with clients, consultants, suppliers and other stakeholders.
• Coordinate subcontractors and suppliers to support effective project delivery.
• Promote high standards of workmanship, organisation, cleanliness and site discipline.
• Use project-management and compliance software to record labour, tasks, photographs, quality checks and site progress.
• Ensure Team Leaders and site operatives consistently follow the company's digital processes.
• Support the continued development and improvement of project-delivery systems.

Skills & Experience

• Previous experience managing construction, refurbishment or small works projects.
• Experience supervising tradespeople, Team Leaders or small site teams.
• Strong practical understanding of construction-site delivery.
• Heritage, listed building or conservation experience would be highly advantageous.

Prefered skills & experience but not essential

• Experience within traditional building repair, specialist refurbishment or high-end residential projects would be beneficial.
• Knowledge of traditional materials or techniques, including lime, stone, timber, roofing or windows, would be advantageous.
• Confident managing practical site teams within a small or medium-sized contractor.
• Good understanding of health and safety, RAMS and site-compliance requirements.
• SMSTS or SSSTS qualification would be advantageous.
• CSCS card is expected.

What's on Offer

• Salary of £45,000-£50,000, depending on experience.
• Potential company vehicle or vehicle allowance.
• Possible performance-related element for the right candidate.
• Opportunity to manage varied heritage, restoration and refurbishment projects.
• Hands-on role with direct responsibility for two established small works teams.
• Opportunity to work closely with the Managing Director and influence how projects are delivered.
• Long-term position within a specialist and practical heritage contractor.
• Supportive working environment where practical experience and sound judgement are valued.
• Opportunity to help shape and improve the company's project-management and digital site systems.

For further information on this opportunity, or any other jobs, please apply via the link below or contact FindCore in the strictest confidence.