Senior Project Manager
Posted 8 hours 1 minute ago by Global Sports Jobs Limited
The role provides overall project management support to the Project Executive and Project Director throughout all stages of a project, from feasibility study production and analysis, design development, town planning approvals, procurement, construction and fit-out through to testing and operational readiness. The post-holder coordinates, manages and monitors activities relating to the project programme and budget, working collaboratively with clients, architects, engineers, specialist consultants and contractors or sub-contractors to deliver agreed objectives. The position sits within the CAA ICON European team, an energetic group that delivers projects intended to inspire communities and generate lasting experiences for fans.
Key Responsibilities- Adopt and support the implementation of a collaborative-led project culture, working to the highest health, safety and well-being standards.
- Work with the client's internal and external stakeholders to develop and maintain a comprehensive project requirements document (brief) that informs and manages the design and development of the project.
- Manage or support the procurement of professional consultants, contractors, client direct suppliers and specialist consultants.
- Provide day-to-day project coordination of appointed parties, including arranging meetings, communicating and monitoring arising actions, informing the project team of the client's requirements, and outlining programme and budgetary targets.
- Support the development of the design, with emphasis on coordinating the implementation of the client's requirements.
- Review cost estimates and contribute to the production of project budget reports.
- Establish project controls and client reporting processes, including supporting the compilation and presentation of update reports.
- Undertake the contract administration role as an Employer's Agent.
- Establish and administer project change procedures with the cost management consultant.
- Be based on site during the construction phase to monitor construction progress and proactively resolve risks and issues arising.
- Support the review and approval of consultants' and contractors' payment applications.
- Maintain necessary documentation for all contracts, insurance certificates and warranties.
- Develop and manage the project risk register as well as the tracking of mitigation measures.
- Coordinate with the project architect, engineering consultants and sub-contractors in resolving on-site risks, issues and design conflicts.
- Manage the attainment of necessary statutory approvals, permits and certificates to enable the safe opening, occupation and use of the venue.
- Minimum 10 years' previous experience in the construction or a related services industry, working in project management and employer's agent roles.
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience.
- A team leader with the ability to develop positive relationships and interact effectively with clients, contractors and the wider project team.
- Good understanding of the phases of a major project, the construction change process, budget management, and architectural and engineering plans.
- Ability to read, understand and interpret contract documents, drawings, specifications, scopes of work, project programme and project agreements.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Exceptional communication and organisational skills.
- Ability to multi-task and the desire to continue learning.
- Ability to thrive on accepting accountability for delivering under pressure whilst maintaining integrity.
- Familiarity with Microsoft applications, especially Project and Excel.
- The desire to work on sports, entertainment and public assembly projects in the UK and Europe.
- Bachelor's degree ideally in construction, engineering or a similar industry.
Creative Artists Agency (CAA) is the leading entertainment and sports agency, representing more than 2,000 of the world's top athletes and sports personalities, and holds global expertise in filmed and live entertainment, broadcast rights, corporate marketing, stadia and arena development, sports property sales, sponsorship opportunities and endorsements, social impact initiatives and philanthropy.