Due to expansion of our hotel portfolio across the UK & Ireland, JMK Group are seeking a Construction Director to oversee the entire lifecycle of upcoming projects, ensuring all aspects are delivered to the highest standards.
This pivotal role involves direct leadership of our development projects, stringent financial oversight, and robust stakeholder management.
Based in the UK the role requires travel around the UK (including Belfast), meeting with design teams, planning authorities, project monitors, lenders, lawyers and other relevant stakeholders.
This role is a permanent position but we are open to conversations with Self-Employed Construction directors who can deliver the full lifecycle of our new hotel projects.
Key Responsibilities: Lead and manage project development including monitoring, reporting, financial transactions and performance from conception to completion.
Leading team to provide a full range of services, cost management, project management, risk analysis, cost planning, strategic advice, value engineer, procurement and post contract cost control.
Define project scope, goals, and deliverables that support business goals in collaboration with senior management and stakeholders.
Lead on full-scale project plans and associated communications documents.
Estimate the resources and participants needed to achieve project goals.
Draft and submit budget proposals and recommend subsequent budget changes where necessary.
Manage project timelines, budgets, and resources to ensure successful completion of the project.
Establish relationships and maintain communication with project stakeholders, including architects, Interior design, engineers, contractors, and subcontractors.
Identify and manage project risks and ensure that mitigation plans are developed and implemented.
Ensure compliance with brand project specifications, building codes & regulations and safety standards.
Resolve project issues and conflicts in a timely and effective manner to identify and devise contingency plans.
Collaborate with other project managers and stakeholders to identify and implement best practices and continuous improvement opportunities.
Conduct project close-out activities, including final inspections, commissioning, and project handover.
Requirements: Minimum of 10 years' experience as a Construction Director/Senior Project Manager/Senior Contracts Manager or Senior Cost Manager in commercial/property construction sector, ideally with a strong track record in delivering large-scale hotels or aparthotel projects.
Degree or Third Level Qualification in Construction/Property Management, Engineering, Quantity Surveying or related field.
Excellent commercial awareness and understanding of project financial management.
Strong leadership skills and experience in stakeholder management.
Proficiency in risk and subcontractor management.
IOSH or equivalent Health & Safety qualification is highly desirable.
Must have full awareness of UK Building Regulations