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About the Role

The role supports the day-to-day management and coordination of project delivery, including budgeting, cost management, programme management, consultant procurement, change management, and reporting. This position works closely with internal stakeholders, consultants, contractors, operators, and occupiers to ensure projects are delivered safely, efficiently, and in accordance with agreed cost, quality, and programme objectives.

Responsibilities

Support the day-to-day management of projects through all stages of the development lifecycle from appraisal, design development and planning through procurement, construction, handover and operation.
Independently manage smaller projects including procurements, public realm improvements, fit-outs, refurbishments, change initiatives and building modifications from inception through completion.
Work collaboratively with Development, Construction, Leasing, Asset Management and Operational teams to ensure successful project delivery.
Assist with project handover, testing, commissioning, snagging, defects management and operational readiness activities.
Support development appraisals, feasibility studies and business case preparation.
Assist in the preparation and submission of planning applications and management of planning-related obligations.
Support the preparation of and maintain project governance documentation including project execution plans, organisational charts, communication plans and reporting structures.
Support the maintenance of risk registers, change registers, action trackers and project controls documentation.
Support the monitoring of project progress and production of regular reports on programme, risks, budget, quality and key milestones.
Manage project information flows and ensure accurate records are maintained within company systems.
Prepare and issue instructions to the professional team and Construction Manager on behalf of the DM/Client.
Work closely alongside the in-house Construction Management team responsible for the delivery of the projects / builds.
Support budget preparation, cost monitoring and financial reporting throughout project delivery.
Manage purchase orders, change orders, consultant instructions and payment processes as required.
Administer change control procedures and maintain project change records.
Support the procurement, appointment and monitoring performance of consultants and professional advisers and PCSA’s.
Coordinate project meetings, prepare agendas, issue minutes and monitor close-out of actions.
Build strong working relationships with internal stakeholders, occupiers, contractors and external advisers.
Support operational teams, ensuring smooth transition from agreement through occupation.
Collaborate with operational teams to ensure effective integration of completed assets into live operations.
Facilitate lessons learned reviews and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives across the project management function.
Identify opportunities to improve processes, reporting, governance and project delivery outcomes.
Facilitate lessons learned workshops to identify best practice and ensure findings and recommendations are disseminated, actioned, and incorporated into best practice governance/ways of working.
Ensure handover and defects management process is in place and assimilate contributions to project close out report.
Take initiative and seek out opportunities to create more efficient and effective ways of working and contribute to fostering a culture of continuous improvement.

Requirements

Must hold / be working towards professional qualification (MRICS / MAPM) at graduate/post-graduate level.
Project Management delivery experience within complex, mixed-use real estate developments – ideally within a contractor and/or developer environment.
Excellent verbal and written communicator, with strong report design and presentation skills.
High level of organisation and administrative skills and ability to energise and drive delivery within project teams.
Able to plan and manage meetings effectively and chase down actions.
Numerate, logical and detail oriented, with ability to analyse complex issues and to summarise with accuracy speed and with clear recommendations.
Positive attitude, with ability to form effective working relationships with all project stakeholders.
All staff are required to fulfil their legal duty to take reasonable care for the health and safety of themselves and others.
All staff members must understand and adopt the comprehensive ESG Strategy into their respective roles.
All staff are mandated to comply with system requirements as detailed within the Company Quality Manual & Policies.
Commit to Excellence.
Act with integrity and deliver high performance.
Put customers at the heart of what we do.
Resolve issues by providing high quality solutions.
Foster Collaboration.
Find opportunities to collaborate with others across the business to achieve shared goals.
Encourage inclusive networks and treat others with respect and fairness.
Use knowledge to work effectively with suppliers / contractors to meet shared goals.
Encourage Engagement.
Confident in making decisions appropriate to the role.
Learn from mistakes and listen to constructive feedback to improve performance.
Prioritise safety and actively support community, wellbeing and sustainability programmes.
Take Ownership.
Take pride in delivering high quality service which exceeds expectations.
Committed to opportunities for self-development.
Take responsibility for own performance and look for ways to improve.
Embrace Innovation.
Embrace change and innovation.
Proactively suggest ways to improve business and encourage others to share ideas.
See new challenges as opportunities to deliver effective change.

Skills

Budgeting
Cost management
Programme management
Consultant procurement
Change management
Reporting
Report design
Presentation skills
Organisation
Administrative skills
Meeting management
Action tracking
Analysis
Communication

Location

Hybrid

Work Type

Hybrid
4 days per week in office
up to 1 day working from home

Experience Level

Graduate/Post-graduate level

Education Level

MRICS
MAPM

Salary/Compensations

Circa £40,000

Benefits

Generous pension
Insurance plans
Health benefits
Subsidised gym membership
Store discounts
Family leave
Learning and Development opportunities
Classroom and e-learning training
Mentoring
Cross department experience
On the job learning
Support for accreditations
Support for chartered status
Sponsorships
Further educational opportunities

About the Company

Canary Wharf Contractors Limited is committed to building a safe, happy and healthy community for its employees.
The company recognises the importance of embracing diverse experience, skills and perspectives at all levels and operating in an inclusive working environment.
The company is committed to fostering a culture whereby everyone can reach their full potential.
The company is open to consider flexible working arrangements, both temporary or permanent.
The company continually invests in developing skills and knowledge to ensure individual and company growth.

Equal Opportunity

We recognise the importance of embracing diverse experience, skills and perspectives at all levels and operating in an inclusive working environment, in order for everyone to reach their full potential.
We also recognise that it makes business sense, since being an inclusive employer leads to better business performance and higher levels of employee engagement and satisfaction.
We welcome applicants with diverse backgrounds, perspectives and skills and are committed to fostering a culture whereby everyone can reach their full potential.