Project Manager

My client is looking for a project manager with facilities management experience. The role will involve ensuring the contractors are on time, financials are where they need to be.
Bristol is happening now. Burgess Hill will be starting soon so will run alongside it (have to be out of the office there by March). Oversight of this as well as an office upgrade for Barrow (small scale refurb there) - new desks, chairs and aesthetic mostly.
The role will mostly be onsite in Bristol with some travel to other sites now and again.
The role will involve stakeholders involved in the design, construction, and buildout of existing site/building, including but not limited to architect, design firm and consultants. The Bristol is having an office upgrade. You will need to have experience leading a team of internal staff and external providers, suppliers, and partners on the strategy, direction and implementation of the new build and move

• Oversee and participate in the needs analysis and workplace strategy design and fitout to maximize square footage, productivity and efficiency
• Determine, develop and implement a comprehensive change management strategy and plan. Including the management of the project control room and facility furniture test areas
• Assist with the Management of L3 Wescam real estate, facilities, building services and operations for new facility to ensure safe, efficient and reliable operations and regulatory compliance as well as support corporate mission, strategic initiatives and revenue growth
• Controlled, cost effective purchasing of quality products and services, including renovation and construction projects, to meet non-inventory and facility requirements including planning, contractor selection, negotiation and implementation
• Negotiate and manage building service and equipment contracts and vendor relations for operational services and equipment including, but not limited to HVAC, fire safety equipment, elevators, waste removal services
• Manage facilities projects to ensure compliance with corporate EH&S policies and Facilities standards as well as local and provincial and regulatory requirements
• Liaison with senior management, Corporate Real Estate and Corporate Facilities in preparation, co-ordination and approval of required documentation to support build-out of new facilities requirements
• Liaise with internal communications department regarding project progress and updates
• Coordination of all outside vendor procurement contract documentation for the new building
• Assist with Kitchen vendor management and coordination in the new building
• Assist with internal branding coordination for the new building

What we're looking for

• Proficient in MS Office
• Strong organizational and leadership skills
• Strong negotiation skills with internal and external customers/stakeholders
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Team player with ability to develop strong working relationships with management and support staff.
• Customer focus
• Ability to adapt/respond quickly to changing requirements and effectively balance priorities to meet deadlines
• Construction management, General Facilities management