Trainee Project Manager

at  Arnold Clark

Salary: Competitive plus benefits
Type of work: Permanent
Location: Glasgow
About the role
We’re looking for a new Trainee Group Estates Project Manager to deliver a range of capital works projects across the Group’s portfolio.
What we offer
33 days’ annual leave
Flexible leave
Generous employee discounts
Private healthcare
Workplace pension
…and much more
Hours
Full time: Monday – Friday, 8.30am – 5pm (30 minutes for lunch)
Location
The role is based in our Hillington Head Office. However, it will also require travel to all areas of Scotland and England.
About the role
Working within the Estates Projects team and reporting to the Head of Projects, the Trainee Project Manager will be responsible for assisting the scoping and delivery of a range of capital works projects across the Group’s portfolio – from small refurb projects in showrooms, workshops and valet buildings, to major refit projects and new builds.
The Trainee Project Manager will assist with the management and co-ordination of input from our Consultant Design team members for projects and will liaise with multiple stakeholders within the Group.
The ideal candidate will be extremely organised and IT literate. Some experience of project / facilities management, sustainability initiatives and / or electric vehicle charging installation would be advantageous but not essential.
Most of all, we are looking for an individual who has bags of enthusiasm and excellent communication skills.
Day-to-day duties
Scoping up works for new projects and developing project proposals for approval and tender.
Setting up and appointing Design teams, while managing and co-ordinating their input to ensure that programme dates are achieved.
Working with the Commercial team to ensure the appropriate selection and appointment of contractors.
Reviewing the progress and quality of on-site work.
Preparation of regular project progress reports.
Ensuring compliance with CDM regulations.
Essential skills
Good experience of client-side construction project management
Excellent organisational skills
An ‘informed client’ understanding of construction methods and materials
Good written and verbal communication skills
Ability to multi-task and run multiple projects simultaneously
Capable of working in a demand-driven environment
Full training on ACA project procedures and software management systems will be provided.
Arnold Clark is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. We strive to create an environment where collaboration, unique perspectives and multiple approaches are celebrated. We care about our employees and our communities, we nurture talent and encourage ambition, and we are passionate about people who take pride in their work. Our employees are at the heart of everything we do – diverse in our make-up, united in our goals. To find out more about Life at Arnold Clark, visit our website.
Employment within the Arnold Clark Group is offered subject to satisfactory reference and disclosure checks.
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Benefits
Every Arnold Clark employee is entitled to a wide range of benefits, including:
Discount on new and used vehicles
Contributory pension scheme
Private medical insurance
Life assuranc

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