Assistant Construction Project Manager (Building Surveyor Qualification Required)

We are looking for an Assistant Construction Project Manager who will be responsible for ensuring projects are delivered within agreed time, cost and quality parameters keeping health and safety equal or better to all other project priorities ensuring minimal or no impact upon trade.

You will be accountable for developing and leading high performing teams by driving colleagues, consultants and contractors to work well together.

About the Role

As a dedicated Assistant Construction Project Manager, you will be responsible for facilitating project development and progress from initiation to completion. You will be experienced in project design and planning, collaboration and coordination with designated teams, and delivery of results within deadlines and budget constraints. You will also be responsible for the oversight of team members, setting deadlines, designating assignments, and monitoring every stage of project progress. You will be skilled in tracking progress, summarising results, and communicating with management, clients, and other stakeholders.

You will also:

• Diligently review all Store Development documentation, processes and procedures and ensure compliance.
• Be confident in conflict management and conflict resolution
• Coordinate and lead planning sessions for project development and execution
• Manage resource needs to maximize potential for successful execution of projects
• Define project objectives and scope, identifying involvement of internal and external stakeholders
• Conduct risk analysis to reduce unforeseen obstacles and costs
• Create detailed programmes, project parameters, and budget expectations
• Conduct periodic scope, schedule, and cost reviews using industry best practices, to identify needed adjustments
• Measure project performance and progress throughout project execution

About You

You will hold a Bachelor's degree in Building Surveying or Conservation with a minimum of 2 years' experience in project management. You will be a Project Management Professional with MAPM qualifications working towards Project Management MRICS qualification. You will also have a proven track record of successful project management and the and multi-tasking capability to efficiently manage multiple projects simultaneously.

About Us

Harrods is one of the world’s leading luxury department stores and we’re becoming a destination for top designers, and the most sought-after brands from around the globe. Our combined mission is to make visiting our iconic Knightsbridge store one of the world’s most inspiring shopping experiences.

Our Promise to You

Help us make the impossible possible for our customers and we’ll do something remarkable for you. As well as offering a friendly environment to inspire your best work, we provide abundant opportunities and support to build an exceptional career across the varied specialisms of our business. 

Uniquely You

Whilst our job adverts outline the ideal qualities, skills, and prior experience for the role, we believe in the potential for growth and value individual strengths. If you can demonstrate the majority of skills and strong experience to thrive in this role, we would encourage you to apply. 

At Harrods we believe the personality and authenticity of our people sets us apart. We celebrate and invite applications from all cultures, backgrounds, tastes, and experiences and are proud of our culture where people from all walks of life can grow and thrive. What makes you unique makes us exceptional.

If you want to know more about our people and our culture, search #TogetherHarrods on LinkedIn, Facebook or follow us on Instagram @togetherharrods