Construction Project Manager

Matchtech; Cotswold District; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A consultancy firm is looking for a Project Manager to lead and deliver critical infrastructure projects at RAF Fairford. The ideal candidate will have a degree in a relevant field, experience in managing large projects, and strong stakeholder management skills. The role requires compliance with quality management and effective communication with clients. Eligibility for security clearance is advantageous.

Qualifications

• Proven experience managing large infrastructure projects, ideally within Defence Infrastructure.
• NEC accreditation in Project Management or willingness to obtain.
• Willingness to travel between sites as required.

Responsibilities

• Lead and deliver complex, high-risk projects on time and within budget.
• Manage multi-disciplinary teams and provide guidance to ensure project success.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships through regular meetings and communication.
• Drive compliance with quality management systems and efficiency across projects.
• Oversee project planning, risk management, and commercial arrangements.

Skills

Stakeholder management

Risk management

Project planning

Leadership

Communication

Education

Degree in STEM or related disciplines

Professional qualification in project management

Tools

Project management tools

Job description

Job Title: Project Manager
Location: RAF Fairford
Security clearance is advantageous

We are seeking a Project Manager to join our clients team working on a range of critical infrastructure projects within their Civil Infrastructure and Utilities Group. Your future development will be actively supported with access to our clients full range of training, development tools and resources.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and deliver complex, high-risk projects on time and within budget.
• Manage multi-disciplinary teams and provide guidance to ensure project success.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships through regular meetings and communication.
• Drive compliance with quality management systems and efficiency across projects.
• Oversee project planning, risk management, and commercial arrangements, including NEC contract administration.
• Support business development, cross-selling, and work-winning activities.

What We're Looking For:

• Degree in STEM or related disciplines and a professional qualification in project management, quantity surveying, or engineering.
• NEC accreditation in Project Management (or willingness to obtain).
• Proven experience managing large infrastructure projects, ideally within Defence Infrastructure or similar sectors.
• Strong skills in stakeholder management, risk, planning, and project management tools.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal abilities.
• Willingness to travel between sites as required.

Additional Information:

• Applicants must have the right to work in the UK and have lived in the UK for at least five years.
• Security clearance (SC level) eligibility is advantageous.