MERITUS are recruiting for a Building & Construction Project Leader to join our client on an initial 12 month contract to support exciting developments with our major aerospace client.
PROJECT LEADER - INSIDE IR35 - £42 PER HOUR - 12 MONTHS - BROUGHTON, FLINTSHIRE - CLIENT SIDE - SINGLE STAGE INTERVIEW PROCESS
We are seeking a highly capable and experienced Senior Project Manager to lead and manage Multi-Functional Project Teams (MFTs) in the successful delivery of building services projects. This includes major plant replacement, refurbishment works, and various small to medium-sized developments across a range of sectors.
Key Responsibilities:
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Set up and lead MFTs to deliver building services projects in accordance with internal standards, governance, and regulatory compliance.
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Oversee detailed design phases, ensuring alignment with technical, operational, and maintenance requirements.
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Apply industry-standard design and calculation software to produce high-quality deliverables.
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Conduct condition surveys, service audits, and contribute to plant replacement/life cycle planning.
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Liaise effectively with clients, architects, and external consultants.
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Prepare technical reports, drawings, specifications, and cost estimates.
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Build and maintain strong client relationships, acting as the primary point of contact.
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Manage projects through all lifecycle stages—from feasibility and design through implementation, site monitoring, and handover.
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Monitor and validate the delivery of professional service work packages and on-site installation works, ensuring compliance with technical and health & safety requirements.
Skills & Attributes:
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Proven ability to lead, motivate, and coordinate multi-disciplinary project teams.
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Background in Facilities Management or related field, ideally in a senior project management role.
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Experience in capital investment project delivery, including project planning, execution, and closure.
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ONC / HNC or equivalent qualification in a Building Services Engineering or related discipline.
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Strong experience in refurbishment and plant replacement projects, particularly within existing buildings.
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Proficient in developing construction briefs and managing scopes for external professionals (e.g., architects, engineers).
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Broad knowledge of mechanical and electrical building systems, from design through to operation and maintenance.
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Familiarity with working in a consultancy or client-side environment.
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Membership in a relevant professional body (e.g., CIBSE, IMechE, IET) preferred.
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Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills.
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Commitment to health, safety, security, and ethical compliance in line with company policy.
Additional Responsibilities:
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Develop, update, and monitor project delivery plans.
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Identify and manage project risks and opportunities.
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Prepare and oversee CAPEX business cases, including financial tracking and stakeholder approval.
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Define detailed briefs for design consultants, ensuring alignment with technical and project goals.
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Produce high-quality documentation and technical analyses; proficiency with MS Project, SharePoint, G Suite, or similar platforms is highly desirable.
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Manage project budgets and external supplier costs from request to completion.
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Ensure high standards of on-site compliance, technical delivery, and health & safety during construction and installation works.
