Construction - Project Manager - Senior Position

Glanua; Penrith; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A civil and environmental engineering firm in the United Kingdom is looking for an experienced Project Manager to lead water and wastewater infrastructure projects. The ideal candidate will ensure adherence to health and safety standards while managing project delivery on time and within budget. The role emphasizes collaboration with a diverse team and stakeholders, offering opportunities for career progression in engineering. This position is ideal for those who thrive in a dynamic construction environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in leading multi-disciplinary engineering projects.
• Strong understanding of Health and Safety standards.
• Familiarity with Lean Construction methods.

Responsibilities

• Deliver projects on-time and on-budget.
• Ensure adherence to HSQE standards.
• Collaborate with clients and stakeholders.

Skills

Team collaboration

Health and Safety management

Project management techniques

Stakeholder management

Risk management

Job description

Application Details

In order to work in Ireland a non‑EEA National, unless they are exempted, must hold a valid employment permit. Please review the Eligibility and requirements for an employment permit if you are unsure of your eligibility to apply for this vacancy.

Job Description

As Project Manager, you will work as part of a multi‑disciplinary engineering team to bring water and wastewater infrastructure projects from design through to construction, commissioning and handover to the client. Leading all areas of Civil, Building, Mechanical, Electrical, Instrumentation, Control and Automation (MEICA) Engineering scope of works on the project, or series of smaller projects you will be involved in all day‑to‑day aspects of delivery including programme management, commercial management and HSQE development and awareness. You will lead in a one‑team culture while actively contributing to your own skills and experience. Your role will be key in supporting the Contracts Manager to achieve the outcomes of the project. Due to the nature of the works completed by Glanua you will have an opportunity to witness a wide variety of multi‑disciplinary engineering activities and will have the opportunity to focus and develop a specialised knowledge base and progress your career, with a wide variety of career paths available.

Main Duties and Responsibilities

• Work as part of a team in the delivery of one or more projects at any one time, embracing the ethos of a "one team" culture.
• Ensure Health, Safety, Environmental & Sustainability standards, policies and procedures are always adhered to on‑site.
• Instil a positive Health and Safety culture within the team in their thinking and actions.
• Work closely and collaborate with all key stakeholders including clients, client representatives and third‑party agencies.
• Ensure a positive experience for the client and their representatives instilling an ethos of collaboration and cooperation.
• Lead and co‑ordinate the multi‑discipline civil, MEICA and process team in the delivery of the project on‑time, on‑budget and to the highest quality standards.
• Facilitate the co‑ordination role of the PSDP for live projects with internal and external designers.
• Represent the company as PSCS on live sites within your remit and co‑ordinate all required documentation to be present on‑site and up to date.
• Conduct regular Health and Safety inspections on live sites as well as conducting and leading toolbox talks and white‑board meetings.
• Ensure best practice project management techniques are used such as Lean Construction and Last Planner.
• Monitor project performance including risk and opportunities. Mitigate/reduce risk where possible and manage opportunities.
• Report on the monthly performance of your project to the framework manager including performance against programme, budget and HSQE.
• Lead the team in the procurement of supplies and sub‑contracts on time and within budget.
• Manage cashflow on projects and work with the Contracts Manager/ Commercial Manager to ensure interim payment applications are submitted on‑time to the client.

• Sector: construction

Career Level

• Not Required