Project Manager - Highways
JOB_53422264723219Job type
PermanentLocation
DidcotWorking Pattern
Full-timeSpecialism
Highways And TransportIndustry
ConstructionPay
Negotiable Salary (Dependent on Experience) + Company Car or Allowance + Package
Project Manager - Permanent - Tier 1 Contractor - Major Long-Term Highways Project - Didcot - Civils
Your new company
You will be joining an established Tier 1 civil engineering contractor operating within the highways industry. This multi-accredited and high-profile contractor has been appointed to deliver a major, long-term highways project in Didcot (including dual carriageway, new bridges and viaduct) on top of their already healthy orderbook, and they offer excellent opportunities for career progression and professional development. Their commitment to delivering an exceptional standard of work has positioned them as a leader in the industry, and due to continued success, they are actively seeking a Project Manager to join their team.
Your new role
As Project Manager, your responsibilities will include:
- Managing site staff, subcontractors and project resources to ensure effective delivery
- Leading project planning, tendering and overall management from inception through to completion
- Ensuring compliance with company HSEQ procedures
- Monitoring and controlling project progress, budget and quality standards on site
- Liaising with clients, designers and the project management team to maintain clear communication
- Chairing project and subcontractor meetings; compiling and distributing progress reports and meeting minutes
- Maintaining accurate contractual records and controlling contract costs
- Submitting operation and maintenance manuals upon project completion
- Identifying and implementing project improvements and innovations.
What you'll need to succeed
In order to be successful, you must have:
- Proven successful track record of managing large-scale civil engineering projects, ideally within the highways industry
- Proficiency in project planning, scheduling and resource management
- Excellent interpersonal and people management skills
- Ability to identify potential risks and develop mitigating strategies
- Expertise in managing project budgets and controlling cost.
What you'll get in return
In return, you will receive:
- Negotiable salary (dependent on experience)
- Company car or car allowance
- 35 days annual leave (including bank holidays)
- Fuel card
- Life assurance
- Private medical insurance
- Enhanced family-friendly benefits
- Pension
- Retail discounts
- Multiple health and wellbeing benefits
- Continuous training and development
- Exposure to high-profile and rewarding projects
- Supportive and collaborative work environment
- Opportunity to grow and progress your career with an industry-leading contractor and more.
What you need to do now
If you're interested in this role and meet the criteria above, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or alteratively email a copy to james.mayfield-potter@hays.com quoting job reference #4723219.
If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.
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