Project Manager

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Crest Nicholson South Division are recruiting for a Project Manager to join their team at our Kilnwood Vale development in Horsham, West Sussex.

We take pride in delivering homes that exceed our customers’ expectations, and every member of our site team plays an essential role in making that happen. Join us and help build high-quality, premium homes and thriving communities that will become part of people’s lives for generations to come, creating a legacy you can be proud of.

As an HBF five-star builder, we’re continually investing in our premium homes and evolving our house types to meet the needs of today’s homebuyers. We’re looking for people who care about the details, take real ownership in what they do and won’t settle for ‘good enough’. People who want to help create homes defined by great design, quality craftsmanship and exceptional standards.

So if you are looking for your next challenge come somewhere you’ll feel supported, have the opportunity to grow and develop your career, and be recognised for the difference you make by leading industry bodies such as Premier Guarantee and NHBC.

As a Project Manager you will provide expertise, experience and leadership to ensure the site consistently builds to Crest Nicholson’s Health, Safety & Environmental standards and in line with the agreed programme and budget, while complying with all Group procedures and external regulations, in particular those relating to the HSE, and upholding the Group’s reputation with customers, suppliers and the community at large.

Accountable for:

• Ensuring the development operates in line with Crest Nicholson Health, Safety & Environmental standards as well as cooperating with, and acting upon advice given by the HSE or our Health & Safety Inspector.
• Ensuring that all plots are delivered to the Group Quality Standards including the Quality Manual and Seal of Quality (Build Stage Inspection sign-offs).
• Overseeing the engagement and management of sub-contractors to ensure the performance they deliver is in line with their contractual obligations.
• Delivering the budgeted number of plots in line with the Crest quality standards and on time. Ensure that where targets become unachievable through delays prior to, or during, construction, that this is clearly highlighted to the Build Manager, such that HSE and Quality are not compromised.
• Ensuring that weekly progress is completed on time and accurately.
• Ensuring all other site management information and data is recorded fully, accurately and in a timely fashion.
• Ensuring standards of site and plot presentation meet our Customer Service Guidelines.
• Coordinating project review meetings to ensure quality discussion and liaison between production functions.
• Monitoring and controlling prelim spend to ensure it is kept within budget (whilst not compromising HSE or quality).
• Ensuring the site team perform to the required standard through effective leadership, coaching and performance management.

Successful candidates will have the following skills:

• Significant Site Management experience with a main Housebuilder
• Proven supervisory experience in multi-phase and mixed-use projects
• Excellent time management and able to manage multiple subcontractors on site
• Commercially and financially aware of costing and sustainability
• Strong negotiation skills
• Able to build strong working relationships
• Strong team and people management skills
• Motivated and able to engage with all levels of staff; colleagues and third parties
• Excellent communication skills
• Computer Literate & ability to adapt to new technologies
• Health and Safety focused with the ability to naturally promote a safe working environment

The Company

Our people are at the heart of our business, and we’re committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued, supported and able to thrive.

We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and recognise that everyone has different needs outside of work too. That’s why, wherever possible, we’ll consider flexible working requests across every role, helping you find the right balance between work and life.

We're passionate about creating a culture built on collaboration, openness and continuous development, where your contributions are recognised, your career can grow, and you can make a real impact.

At Crest Nicholson, we care about you as an individual, not just the role you do, and we’re committed to supporting every part of your life — from your wellbeing and financial security to your lifestyle and career. That’s why we offer a comprehensive benefits package designed with you in mind. This includes:

• Competitive salary
• Car Allowance
• Annual company bonus scheme
• Private pension
• Private healthcare and healthcare cash plan options
• 25 days annual leave, plus bank holidays
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Sharesave scheme
• Gym membership discounts

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If you like wild growth and working with happy, enthusiastic over-achievers, you'll enjoy your career with us!