Head of Projects

1 day ago

Bamber Bridge, United Kingdom Eric Wright Group Full time
Job Advert

OUR CORE VALUES: RESPECT | TRUST & INTEGRITY | QUALITY | TALENT | RELIABILITY

The Eric Wright Group has a fantastic history. From our beginnings in construction to an award-winning group of companies, our reputation is built on our Chairman's founding principles of a company that must be profitable, ethical and farsighted, as a result we have people, community and social value at our heart.

As part of our 2025 growth plan, we are excited to be recruiting a new position, Head of Projects within our Facilities Management (FM) sector. Reporting to the Head of Commercial, this leadership role oversees a diverse range of projects, spanning from minor asset renewals to significant capital projects, with an annual portfolio turnover of £5 million. This role focuses on quality, safety, and sustainability and is vital for furthering our strategic aims across healthcare, education, and other sectors.

NO AGENCIES PLEASE AND WE WILL NOT BE ACCEPTING SPECULATIVE CV'S FOR THIS ROLE 

What you will be doing? 

Lead and grow the in house project delivery team Lead the 12-month and 5-year work planning process capturing asset conditions and prioritising work. Refresh and improve systems and procedures to effectively manage all aspects of project delivery inclusive of quality controls, CDM and internal administration. Build and develop in-house resources to increase self delivery. Take ownership and accountability of commercial results on projects Direction and appointment of approved consultants Prepare specifications and tenders, lead selection and procurement of sub-contract packages Implement management and monitoring procedures to cover all aspects of design, specification, procurement, delivery and handover of projects Chair and minute internal and external meetings including but not limited to – site progress, safety, team, design and sub-contract meetings Arrange decants and access into tenant-occupied areas Produce all necessary reports for internal and external functions Motivate and support the site team and sub-contractors to deliver all targets and objectives Rationalise an asset renewal strategy, balanced against run to failure and reactive replacement. Carry out any other reasonable tasks which may be required from time to time and to enable the company to remain adaptable to changing markets and needs Take the lead in CDM15 including construction phase plans. Be part of the on-call / out-of-hours escalation level 3. Leading all procurement of supply chain relevant to the role Directly manage the EWFM subcontractor supply chain across the portfolio demonstrating value for money and best practice procurement. Update CAFM or other IT platforms as required. Prepare and execute and act as Contract Administrator for JCT or other similar contracts to appoint contractors. Manage project risks

What we're looking for? 

Aligned to our ethos and values, the successful candidate must have ; 

Experienced in FM Projects: Preferably with a background in healthcare and education sectors. Technically Skilled: Knowledgeable in construction operations, standards, and specifications, with qualifications such as CSCS and SMSTS. Commercially astute : Skilled in cost-benefit analysis, forecasting, and budgeting. An Effective Communicator and Leader: Adept at team management and capable of motivating diverse teams towards common goals. PFI/LIFT Experience: is advantageous.

In return we offer

Competitive salary  Company car / car allowance scheme,  Band D or £6105 per annum - we are working towards 100% hybrid / electric vehicles.  Enhanced annual leave starting at 26 Days + bank holidays rising with service Learning and development - we offer a range of learning opportunities to develop talent at all levels within our business focussing on technical competence, upskilling, compliance and governance and career development. Pension,  6.5% employer contribution of your salary into your pension to help you save for the future BUPA,  optional scheme and can include your family to the scheme (50% contribution) Company sick pay scheme , up to 20 days full pay in a rolling 12 month period Group Income Protection,  50% of your salary covered for 3 years for long term illness  Enhanced Paid Family Leave,  maternity, paternity, adoption, fertility, compassion, bereavement, crisis, emergency dependants, and much more Onsite Nursery,  our on site, Sceptre Nursery is Ofsted rated "Good" and offers discounted childcare for employees Onsite gym,  based at Head Office which is free to use Company Doctor,  available for when you can’t get to see your own or if you have any health concerns Virtual GP,  24/7 access for when you need to speak to a GP EAP,  Employee Assistance Programme through Health Assured, supporting you and your family with advice, guidance and counselling on a variety of areas such as health, fitness, home life, finances and much more. Mental Health support,  through the Thrive app, approved by the NHS, provides tools, to tackle, prevent and manage common stressors such as sleep, bereavement, work issues etc. Also provides relaxation, breathing and meditation techniques and measures impact. Savings scheme,  put aside an affordable amount for a rainy day in the future Recognition awards,  awards for long service and special birthdays A comprehensive health and wellbeing strategy focussed on physical, emotional, financial and career wellbeing 

What we do

As an award-winning leader in the property and construction industry, the Eric Wright Group demonstrates a culture of excellence in civil engineering, construction, development, property and facilities management that ensures long-term relationships with our partners and clients. The companies across the Group regularly collaborate to deliver outstanding results on bespoke projects for both public and private sector clients.

Our ethos

Working at the Eric Wright Group of companies is truly special. Owned by the Eric Wright Charitable Trust, we are a commercially focused business with a social purpose, which means that after reinvestment in the business, our profit is donated to charity via the Trust. This ownership structure provides a high level of stability for the Group and supports longer-term commercial and charitable strategies.

We are extremely proud of our dedicated, passionate and friendly colleagues who live our values and work hard to make a difference in communities every day.

The Eric Wright Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of its staff and clients and expects all staff to share this commitment. Successful applicants will be required to undertake a Disclosure and Barring (DBS) check or Disclosure Scotland check and to provide proof of their right to work in the UK. We are committed to equal opportunities, inclusion and fairness across all employment opportunities and service delivery. All managers and employees are expected to promote our values to ensure our workplaces and services are inclusive and accessible. 

Department EWFM Contract type Full time Hours 37.5 Salary Competitive with excellent benefits

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