Project Manager Rail

Are you an experienced Project Manager with a history of successfully delivering Rail and Civils Construction projects in the most challenging and restricted environments?

Are you looking for an opportunity to join a rapidly expanding division within a highly reputable Contractor with excellent progression prospects?

Then a role within a world class, award winning, Tier 1, innovative construction contractor could be for you

We are currently seeking a Project Manager who can operate within various sectors on major projects. As part of the further growth within this clients rail business, they are seeking a Project Manager to work on a range of projects ranging from £8m to £150m

In this role you will oversee all Framework activities from “cradle to grave” with a delegated team.

Candidate Profile

• Degree Qualified in Civil Engineering or similar
• Professional Chartership Status (CEng MICE) would be highly advantageous
• Previous experience on high profile rail projects is essential, as well as being able to seamlessly run possession works
• Ability to manage a large team in a high paced environment

Roles & Responsibilities:

• Maintains a close working relationship with the Project Director and Managers
• Manages a team consisting of Sub Agents, Senior Site Managers, Construction Managers, Quantity Surveyors, Engineers.
• Communicates developments and significant decisions in the wider business.
• Responsible for effective client relationship management and provides updates to internal and external stakeholders in project/contract progress in operational area.
• Ensure risk assessments are created, in place and reviewed to support the safe delivery of the works.
• Ensures construction phase plans are in place to ensure sufficient resources and materials are in place.
• Will be expected to resolve most operational issues with any business critical or strategic issues referred to the Operations Director.
• To comply with company standards, policies and procedures.
• Ensures the timely close of Remits and final accounting requirements are understood and programmed to allow the final release of value and payment by the client.
• Provides visible safety leadership and leads the development of a Never harm culture on the frameworks.
• Leads Step-Up safety initiatives and drive a culture of feedback and reporting close-call and positive actions.
• Sets the overall standard in the work areas.
• To ensure contract programmes are planned, reviewed and delivered for all remits.

Jay Wilson – 07833 226563