NEC Senior Project Manager - Central & Local Government

ZipRecruiter; England; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Project Manager with extensive experience in NEC contracts. This pivotal role involves leading complex projects that deliver public sector value, working closely with market-leading clients. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in the engineering and construction sector, exceptional communication skills, and the ability to manage multiple stakeholders effectively. Join a dynamic team where your contributions will shape the future of public sector projects, and enjoy a supportive environment that promotes work-life balance and professional growth.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience focusing on NEC contracts.
• Strong expertise in NEC contract administration.

Responsibilities

• Manage NEC contracts and ensure compliance with standards.
• Develop effective NEC contract processes and systems.

Skills

NEC contract management

communication skills

strategic problem-solving

stakeholder management

Education

Cognate qualification in construction

Engineering background (civil, structural)

Job description

Job Description
Company Description

At Turner & Townsend we’re passionate about making the difference. That means delivering better outcomes for our clients, helping our people to realize their potential, and doing our part to create a prosperous society.

Every day we help our major global clients deliver ambitious and highly technical projects, in over 110 offices worldwide.

Job Description

We are on the lookout for Senior Project Managerswith a strong background in the engineering and construction sector, specializing inNEC contracts, to join our Central and Local Government Real Estate team at Turner & Townsend. Your role will be pivotal in leading and managing complex projects that deliver public sector value, with a particular emphasis on the application of NEC contracts using industry best practices and standards. You will collaborate with market-leading clients and take charge of immediate commissions and large-scale projects. This is an opportune moment to become part of our dynamic business unit and advance your career.

Responsibilities :

• Expert management of NEC contracts, conducting background research, data collection, and benchmarking.
• Guiding residential-led or mixed-use projects, focusing on the enabling stage under NEC contractual frameworks (including highways, utilities, enabling works, remediation, public realm, bridges, utility diversions or upgrades, managing S106 or S278 obligations).
• Developing and implementing effective NEC contract processes and systemsthroughout the project.
• Monitoring and documenting project progressand performance indicators specific to NEC contracts.
• Tracking and documenting changesin line with NEC contract requirements.
• Preparing written project communication materialsand formal reports with a focus on NEC contract administration.
• Liaising with clients, contractors, and designerswithin the NEC contract structure.
• Attending meetings and drafting minutes, with a focus on NEC contract discussions and decisions.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years’ experiencewith a focus on NEC contracts.
• Cognate qualificationin construction, real estate, planning, or engineering.
• Strong expertise in NEC contract administration.
• Ability to travelwithin London, Home Counties, and the South East.
• Exceptional communication skills(verbal, presentation, written).
• Self-motivationand strategic problem-solving abilities.
• Experience working with multiple stakeholderswithin the framework of NEC contracts.
• Knowledge of CDM/site health and safetyas it pertains to NEC contracts.
• Desirable qualificationsinclude an engineering background (preferably civil, structural, mechanical/electrical) and a broad understanding of the development lifecycle under NEC contracts.

Additional Information

Our inspired people share our vision and mission. We provide a great place to work, where each person has the opportunity and voice to affect change.

We want our people to succeed both in work and life. To support this we promote a healthy, productive and flexible working environment that respects work-life balance.

Turner & Townsend is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and actively encourage applications from all sectors of the community.

Please find out more about us at www.turnerandtownsend.com/

SOX control responsibilities may be part of this role, which are to be adhered to where applicable.

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It is strictly against Turner & Townsend policy for candidates to pay any in relation to our recruitment process. No recruitment agency working with Turner & Townsend will ask candidates to pay a at any time.

Any unsolicited resumes/CVs submitted through our website or to Turner & Townsend personal e-mail accounts, are considered property ofTurner & Townsend and arenot subject to payment of agency fees. In order to be an authorised Recruitment Agency/Search Firm for Turner & Townsend, there must be a formal written agreement in place and the agency must be invited, by the Recruitment Team,to submit candidates for review.

SOX control responsibilities may be part of this role, which are to be adhered to where applicable.

Join our social media conversations for more information about Turner & Townsend and our exciting future projects:

Twitter

Instagram

LinkedIn

It is strictly against Turner & Townsend policy for candidates to pay any in relation to our recruitment process. No recruitment agency working with Turner & Townsend will ask candidates to pay a at any time.

Any unsolicited resumes/CVs submitted through our website or to Turner & Townsend personal e-mail accounts, are considered property ofTurner & Townsend and arenot subject to payment of agency fees. In order to be an authorised Recruitment Agency/Search Firm for Turner & Townsend, there must be a formal written agreement in place and the agency must be invited, by the Recruitment Team,to submit candidates for review.