Focus Agency

Media. Creative. Spaces

Project Manager - Hybrid

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Overview

  • Job Title: Project Manager
  • Reporting to: Project Delivery Manager
  • Department: Projects - Spaces
  • Location: Essex
  • Job Type: Hybrid
  • Direct reports: None

As a Project Manager reporting directly to the Project Delivery Manager, you will lead specific projects within the Project Management Office Team. Your role involves the day-to-day management of contracts and projects, ensuring the highest standard of efficiency, quality, and client satisfaction.

You’ll be adept at proactive problem-solving, anticipating and addressing potential issues throughout the project lifecycle. Additionally, you will maintain open communication with the Project Delivery Manager, offering recommendations on processes, personnel, and work methods, and implementing approved changes.

Your responsibilities will also include liaising with contractors, suppliers, and clients. This role spans from pre-contract phases to delivery, offering opportunities to collaborate with the agency’s teams and enhance project delivery.

This is a specific role for the sales and marketing sector in new homes… managing bespoke and standardised marketing suites, showhomes and bespoke projects in temporary spaces to aid the sale of new homes. Covering CAT B fit outs primarily, with some CAT A and modular/bespoke temporary build projects also.

Job responsibilities

  • Develop and oversee comprehensive project management plans covering scope, procurement, production, design, communication, cost, time, risk, project human resources, and project closure
  • Strategically plan, schedule, and review workload and manpower to ensure projects are delivered within budget and cost-effectively
  • Prepare daily labour schedules in advance to manage client expectations and efficiently allocate resources for assigned sites
  • Facilitate seamless information flow between the team and clients through regular meetings and written communications
  • Drive project profitability through operational outputs
  • Ensure client satisfaction by consistently exceeding expectations throughout the project lifecycle, both in terms of finished project quality and service provided
  • Coordinate with clients, site personnel, sub-contractors, suppliers, and other stakeholders, including negotiation of prices
  • Verify sub-contractor invoices based on site work completed
  • Represent the company in all project meetings as required
  • Enforce rules, regulations, and procedures at the site, including strict adherence to health and safety policies
  • Liaise with regulatory authorities for inspections and issuance of occupancy certificates upon completion of fit-out works
  • Conduct quality control assessments of work completed at the site
  • Coordinate activities influencing operational decisions and business requirements
  • Identify opportunities for improvement in project management products and services and escalate ideas to the appropriate line manager
  • Contribute to the development and implementation of organisational strategies, policies, and practices
  • Promote all aspects of our business through professional execution of existing contract works
  • Motivate colleagues and peers through your exemplary work ethic
  • Share your knowledge and experience with colleagues and teams
  • Work often involves regular unsocial hours including early starts, late finishes, and some weekends. Long hours may be required to deliver a project to meet a deadline, along with extensive travel can be the norm as part of a Project Manager role
  • Submit daily timesheets via Synergist
  • Update administration systems as required and maintain good housekeeping
  • Comply with company policies, procedures, and instructions at all times
  • Perform any other duties reasonably required in line with your main responsibilities

Person specification

  • A relevant degree and Project Management qualification is desirable.
  • Related Health and Safety qualifications/training and CSCS Card.
  • Demonstrated experience in a similar position, especially within the marketing suite and fit-out sector. Background in residential/commercial projects (offices, residential, hotels, retail, or leisure)
  • Commercially astute, numerate, risk-averse, and able to accurately forecast project requirements
  • Proven track record in operational and financial project delivery
  • Strong operational management experience across diverse clients and projects
  • Expertise in project financial planning and associated administration
  • Essential knowledge and experience in building control
  • Experience in dispute/conflict management
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Word, Excel, Outlook, and Teams
  • Strong interpersonal skills with excellent verbal and written communication abilities
  • Skilled in prioritising and managing time across multiple clients and projects in a fast-paced environment
  • Excellent problem-solving skills
  • Meticulous attention to detail and process management
  • Familiarity with GDPR, Health & Safety, and relevant legislation
  • Self-starter with a strong, positive work ethic, capable of effective planning and time management
  • Multi-tasking, self-motivated, energetic team player with a flexible and adaptable approach to work
  • Efficient, detail-oriented, and quality-focused
  • Strong practical organisation skills, resource planning, and program scheduling
  • Highly organised with the ability to manage and prioritise a diverse workload
  • Capable of working independently and collaboratively within a team
  • Skilled in building key relationships at all levels of management
  • Strategic planning and forward-thinking mindset

Equal Opportunities employer

Focus is an Equal Opportunities employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

We do not discriminate on the basis of race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origins, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, marital or civil partnership status, pregnancy or maternity, disability, religion or belief, age, or any other ground on which it is or becomes unlawful to discriminate under the laws of England, Wales and Scotland. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business needs.

Before you apply

At the Focus Agency Group, we’re committed to being the best.

Our team is made up of highly skilled professionals who possess not only a deep understanding of our clients’ requirements, but also an innate grasp of the ever-evolving digital landscape.

We value creative minds and believe in providing our team members with stimulating projects and the opportunity to work alongside leading figures in the digital industry. As part of our commitment to professional development, we offer tailored training to empower our team to stay ahead of the curve.

When you join the Focus Agency Group, you’ll be embarking on an exciting journey where your expertise will be nurtured, your ideas will be valued, and your career will thrive.

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  • You must have the right to work in the UK.
  • You must be within commutable distance of your designated office.

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