GRAHAM is a leading provider of integrated Facilities Management and construction services, delivering high‑quality, compliant, and sustainable solutions across the public and private sectors. As a trusted delivery partner on the Constructing West Midlands (CWM) Framework, we work collaboratively with clients to deliver safe, efficient, and socially responsible projects that add lasting value to local communities.
We are seeking an experienced Project Manager to lead the delivery of construction and refurbishment projects across the West Midlands.
Responsibilities
- Managing the end‑to‑end delivery of FM and construction projects from tender and early contractor involvement through mobilisation, construction, completion, and handover
- Leading and coordinating site teams, subcontractors, consultants, and supply chain partners to ensure safe, efficient, and high‑quality delivery
- Planning, programming, and sequencing works to achieve agreed milestones using MS Project
- Delivering projects in accordance with Constructing West Midlands Framework requirements, public‑sector governance standards, and client‑specific protocols
- Ensuring full compliance with Health, Safety, Environmental and Quality management systems, including CDM Regulations and Principal Contractor duties where applicable
- Managing projects under NEC forms of contract, including change control, variations, valuations, and final accounts
- Taking ownership of commercial performance, cost control, risk management, and contractual administration throughout the project lifecycle
- Monitoring and controlling progress, quality, resources, and costs to ensure delivery within agreed budgets and timescales
- Managing subcontractor procurement, performance, compliance, and coordination
- Acting as the primary point of contact for clients, consultants, stakeholders, and framework representatives
- Chairing and attending project progress, subcontractor, and client meetings, producing accurate reports and maintaining detailed project records
- Maintaining robust contractual, commercial, and project documentation in line with company, client, and framework requirements
- Ensuring high standards of workmanship, quality assurance, commissioning, and testing
- Driving continuous improvement, innovation, and best practice across project delivery
- Supporting delivery of social value commitments, including local employment, apprenticeships, community engagement, and sustainability initiatives
- Managing stakeholder engagement within live operational and occupied environments
- Overseeing project close‑out activities including snagging, certification, commissioning, defects management, and final account agreement
- Compiling and submitting complete O&M manuals, as‑built drawings, and handover documentation
- Positively representing and promoting GRAHAM’s values, brand, and commitment to excellence at all times
Benefits
- Up to 36 days paid annual leave
- Excellent Company Pension
- Free Life Assurance - 6 times annual salary
- Training and Development
- Discounted Private Health Care Scheme
- Discounted Gym Membership
Reporting to: Projects Director
Location: West Midlands
Contract Type: Permanent / Full Time
About You
This job description is intended to give the post holder an appreciation of the role envisaged for the job title and the range of duties to be undertaken. It does not attempt to detail every activity. Specific tasks and objectives will be agreed with the post holder at regular intervals.
Essential Criteria
- SMSTS qualification
- NVQ Level 6 or 7 (or equivalent) in Construction or Project Management
- Demonstrable experience delivering projects under NEC forms of contract (NEC3 / NEC4)
- Experience managing projects from tender / pre‑construction through to completion and handover
- Strong knowledge of CDM Regulations and health & safety management in live environments
- Ability to manage multiple concurrent projects with effective cost, programme, and risk control
- Proficiency in MS Project and Microsoft Office applications
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills with clients, consultants, and supply chain partners
Desirable Criteria
- Experience delivering projects within a public‑sector framework, ideally Constructing West Midlands
- Exposure to projects in healthcare, education, local authority, or other occupied environments
- CSCS Black Manager’s Card
- Membership of, or working towards membership of, a professional body (e.g. MCIOB, RICS, MAPM)
- Experience contributing to social value, sustainability, or community engagement initiatives
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