Construction Project Manager

Reporting directly to the Project and Program Management Director, the Project Manager is responsible for the successful delivery of projects, from inception through completion including final close-out. He/She works closely with Newmark internal teams, clients, design teams, contractors, and consultants across a wide range of projects, including: offices fit-out and retail.

Key Responsibilities

• Ability to set up multi-disciplinary teams and the development of client briefs including project programmes.
• Day to day project management of the design, procurement & and construction process.
• Day to day ‘Contract Administration’.
• Responsible for project scope, budgets, schedules, and deliverables.
• Manages multiple projects simultaneously while ensuring quality and adherence to deadlines.
• Supports the definition of client requirements in coordination with senior management.
• Contributes to the selection of design teams, contractors, and consultants.

Design, Documentation & Control

• Manages the design and documentation process in line with budget constraints.
• Reviews and monitors project documentation from design phase through completion.
• Ensures accurate and well-organized internal project documentation.

Procurement & Contracts

• Oversees the preparation of tender documentation and manages RFP processes.
• Reviews and validates invoices, variations (change orders), and payments in compliance with company and client procedures.

Monitoring, Reporting & Communication

• Responsible of the preparation of meeting agendas and minutes.
• Ensures consistent reporting throughout all project phases.
• Prepares and presents client reports (status updates, summaries, outstanding issues).
• Flags key risks and issues and proposes solutions.

Handover & Close-out

• Manages project handover, snagging (defects), and final close-out.
• Ensures all contractual deliverables are completed through final completion.

Business Development

• Develops and maintains a professional network (including participation in industry events).
• Identifies new areas of commercial opportunity

Qualifications & Experience

• Master’s degree (or equivalent) in Architecture, Engineering, Construction, or Project Management.
• Minimum of 3/5 years’ experience in Project Management and/or construction.
• Fluency in French and English required; Italian is a plus.

Technical Skills

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, Project).
• Ability to read and review architectural and engineering drawings.
• Ability to demonstrate a working knowledge of MEP systems will also be required.

Personal Skills

• Strong organizational and prioritization skills
• Positive attitude and willing to learn and develop the business
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, both internally and with clients.
• Well organised, efficient, using initiative and working to tight deadlines.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, coupled with an eye for details, a commitment to excellence and developing strong client relationships.
• Possess a proactive approach to problem solving and ability to follow these through to a satisfactory conclusion.
• Flexible, confident and self-motivated with a real desire to deliver excellent customer service.