Astute People Ltd

Roles & Responsibilities: • Plan the work and oversee the buying of necessary materials and equipment • Manage staff for the project • Manage the construction site on a day-to-day basis, including supervising the labour force, monitoring subcontractors, checking materials, inspecting work and overseeing quality control • Ensure the project is delivered on time and on budget by setting benchmarks, agreeing budgets and monitoring progress • Check design documents with architects, surveyors and engineers • Promote and maintain Health & Safety and Environmental, including site inspections to ensure safety rules are being followed • Responsibility for the creation, review and amendment of method statements & risk assessments as required • Maintain regular communication and attend meetings with clients and their representatives to inform them of progress on the project • Comply with site specific plans, policies and procedures • Keep up to date site diary and reports (including client reports) • Communicate with any consultants, subcontractors, supervisors, planners, quantity surveyors, supply chain and others involved in the project • Deal with any unexpected problems that may occur during the project and make higher management aware. In unexpected situations outside of your control, ensure you always liaise with higher management • Plan and manage project specific traffic management • Carry out all required paperwork and administrative tasks applicable to project Requirements: • Strong communication skills for liaising with clients, professionals and site operatives • Leadership skills and an ability to motivate your team to ensure a high standard of work • Planning and organisational skills for monitoring project plans and utilising time and resources effectively • Resilience and problem-solving skills to overcome unexpected challenges • Ability to make decisions under pressure • Strong attention to detail • Awareness of Health and Safety procedures and legislation • Sound commercial awareness • Maths and I.T skills • Knowledge of relevant building methods • Clean Driving Licence • SMSTS Certificate • CSCS Card/HS&E Test • Ability to pass BPSS Vetting Other: • Competitive salary • Hours 7:30-16:00 Monday - Friday (excluding travel) • Additional Leave for Length of Service • Your birthday off, on us! • Employee Benefit Scheme • Employee Assistance Programme • Cycle to work scheme • PAYE or contract work available