Project Manager - Highways and Infrastructure

Job Description

The company

This company is a multidisciplinary engineering and environmental consultancy based in the UK. Offering a wide range of services, including but not limited to renewable energy, geotechnical, civil, and structural engineering, and environmental impact assessments, their team of experienced professionals provide expertise on a number of projects across the UK, Europe, and internationally. With a strong focus on sustainability and modern technologies and techniques, they always seek to deliver high quality projects in an environmentally friendly manner.

The role

The ideal candidate will play a pivotal role in leading and managing complex projects and programmes within the water, environment, infrastructure, and highways sector. You will be responsible for supporting multiple projects, assisting in the successful execution, and fostering strong client relationships. This role requires a blend of technical expertise, leadership, and client engagement skills. You will

• Open to programme management by aligning project objectives with ensuring that individual projects contribute to the overall success of the programme.
• Support in selecting and evaluating sub-contractors and suppliers. This includes conducting due diligence to identify the most suitable vendors, negotiating contracts, and monitoring their performance throughout the project lifecycle.
• Ensure that sub-contractors adhere to quality standards, safety protocols, and project specifications. Regularly assess sub-contractor performance and address any issues or non-compliance.
• Provide guidance and support to Project Managers and project teams, fostering a collaborative and high-performance work environment. Your expertise and leadership will help them navigate challenges and ensure project success.
• Identify potential risks and issues that may affect project/programme outcomes. Develop risk mitigation and issue resolution strategies to proactively address these challenges and minimize their impact on project delivery.

About you

We are seeking professionals that are interested in developing a career as a project manager, with the skillset to thrive in a small and dynamic team. You must have:

• A relevant civil engineering or environmental engineering degree
• Ability and knowledge to operate at consultant level.
• Proven experience working with sub-contractors, programmes, reviewing contracts and working within budget.
• A demonstrable appetite for learning and developing your career further.
• Enthusiasm for working sustainably within the environmental sector.
• Computer literate and proficient with Microsoft Suite.

If this sounds like your next role, get in touch with the Pave team today to find out more or apply now!

]]>