Project Manager

PSR Solutions Ltd; Barrow-in-Furness; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company car or car allowance

Private medical

Life assurance

Company pension

25 days annual leave + holidays

Job summary

PSR Solutions Ltd is seeking a Project Manager to lead civil engineering schemes across the Cumbria region. You will manage projects from design through to handover, coordinating costs, schedules, and site activities to meet client requirements.

The role requires proven experience in civil projects, NEC/contract knowledge, and skilled communication to lead diverse teams. Based in Cumbria with salary £60,000–£75,000 DOE and company car or allowance.

Qualifications

• Experience managing civil engineering schemes, preferably within the water sector.
• Knowledge of contract conditions, CDM, Design Management, Programme & Risk Management, and cost control.
• Experience with forecasting, actual cost, and value reporting.
• Proficient in Primavera P6 or equivalent.
• CSCS manager's card and SMSTS preferred.
• NEBOSH Construction Certificate an advantage.
• Knowledge of NEC contracts and compensation events.
• Strong communication and leadership capabilities.
• Ability to challenge designs and resolve problems to a conclusion.

Responsibilities

• Produce financial forecasts, monitor and control project costs and cost reporting, and produce monthly reports to the Contracts Manager on project performance, efficient team building and labour organisation
• Deliver projects from the design phase to completion, including all handover documentation
• Review progress, budget resources and planning
• Review work packages and ensure the scope of work is clearly defined and understood
• Chair weekly site meetings and ensure the production of accurate records of any discussions and actions
• Co-ordinate and manage site investigations during the ongoing construction process
• Develop engineering solutions so that a buildable, cost-effective construction solution is delivered that fulfils the client's requirements
• Ensure production and implementation of Project Plans, risk assessments, method statements, site waste management plans, and procurement of plant and materials are in line with company procedures
• Ensure detailed site diaries/records are completed
• Maintain commercial tension to drive out costs and challenge the status quo
• Prepare comprehensive estimates for additional work outside target costs

Skills

Communication skills

People management

Team management

Leadership

Influence

Problem solving

Budget management

Cost control

Forecasting

Mentoring

Education

Degree/HNC in Civil Engineering

Tools

Primavera P6

Job description

PSR Solutions are working with a market leading client within the Civil Engineering Sector to recruit a Project Manager to Join their Production team on a permanent basis. This role will cover projects across the Cumbria Region.

Project Manager Roles and Responsibilities

• Produce financial forecasts, monitor and control project costs and cost reporting, and produce monthly reports to the Contracts Manager on project performance, efficient team building and labour organisation
• Deliver projects from the design phase to completion, including all handover documentation
• Review progress, budget resources and planning
• Review work packages and ensure the scope of work is clearly defined and understood
• Chair weekly site meetings and ensure the production of accurate records of any discussions and actions
• Co-ordinate and manage site investigations during the ongoing construction process
• Develop engineering solutions so that a buildable, cost-effective construction solution is delivered that fulfils the client's requirements
• Ensure production and implementation of Project Plans, risk assessments, method statements, site waste management plans, and procurement of plant and materials are in line with company procedures
• Ensure detailed site diaries/records are completed
• Maintain commercial tension to drive out costs and challenge the status quo
• Prepare comprehensive estimates for additional work outside target costs

Project Manager Requirements

• Must have experience in managing civil engineering schemes, preferably within the water industry
• Good working knowledge of contract conditions, CDM regulations, Design Management, Programme & Risk Management, and cost control, including forecasting, actual cost, and value reporting
• Ability to use Primavera P6 software or equivalent
• Degree/HNC in Civil Engineering, or equivalent
• CSCS manager's card
• SMSTS
• NEBOSH Construction Certificate
• Knowledge of the NEC contract, including the Early Warning and Compensation Event mechanisms
• Excellent communication, people, and team management skills, with the ability to influence, motivate and mentor
• Ability to challenge designs and resolve problems to a conclusion
• Manage and deliver a successful project with minimal guidance

Project Manager Benefits

• Salary: £60,000 -£75,000 DOE
• Based in Cumbria
• Company Car or Car Allowance
• Private Medical
• Life Assurance
• Company pension
• 25 days annual leave in addition to 8 public bank holidays and loyalty days