Building & Construction Project Leader

MERITUS are recruiting for a Building & Construction Project Leader to join our client in Broughton, Flintshire on an initial 12 month deal. MUST HAVE SUSTAINABILITY EXPERIENCE.

BUILDING & CONSTRUCTION PROJECT LEADER - INSIDE IR35 - £40 PER HOUR - BROUGHTON, FLINTSHIRE - 12 MONTHS - SINGLE STAGE INTERVIEW PROCESS - SUSTAINABILITY EXPERIENCE REQUIRED

The Project Construction Leader is responsible for leading CAPEX construction projects from initial feasibility through design, delivery, and final handover. The role involves managing multi-functional teams, coordinating external consultants, and ensuring projects are delivered safely, compliantly, on time, and to budget.

Key Responsibilities

Lead multi-functional project teams and external consultants to deliver building services and refurbishment projects.

Manage projects from inception and feasibility through design, specification, site delivery, and handover.

Develop project delivery plans, manage risks and opportunities, and oversee CAPEX business cases through approval and close-out.

Oversee detailed building services design, including plant replacement and refurbishment works.

Monitor professional service work packages and on-site works, ensuring technical compliance and H&S standards.

Liaise with clients, architects, and design teams; prepare reports, drawings, specifications, and cost documentation.

Build and maintain strong client and stakeholder relationships.

Ensure compliance with company safety, security, and ethical requirements.

Skills & Experience

Proven experience leading multi-disciplinary project teams on capital investment projects.

Background in facilities management, consultancy, or senior project management roles.

Strong understanding of mechanical and electrical building services, including operation, maintenance, and lifecycle planning.

Experience delivering small to medium refurbishment projects in existing buildings.

Ability to translate client briefs into clear construction scopes and consultant requirements.

Proficient with industry design tools and project management software (e.g. MS Project, SharePoint, G Suite).

ONC/HNC (or equivalent) in Building Services or related engineering discipline.

Professional membership (e.g. CIBSE, IMechE, IET) desirable.

Excellent communication, leadership, and stakeholder management skills
Only candidates based in UK and eligible to work in UK are allowed