Project Manager

Galliford Try Holdings plc; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction company is seeking an experienced Project Manager to oversee delivery across multiple high-value projects in Cambridge. This role entails managing all project phases, maintaining compliance with safety regulations, and ensuring financial performance. Candidates should possess project management credentials and a solid understanding of NEC contracts. Join a reputable team and contribute to impactful projects while enjoying comprehensive benefits and career development opportunities.

Benefits

Generous holiday entitlement

Wide range of corporate discounts

Comprehensive pension plan

Private medical scheme options

Cycle to Work schemes

Qualifications

• Experience in project management within the construction industry.
• Proven track record managing projects under NEC contract conditions.
• Strong communication skills to liaise with clients and teams.

Responsibilities

• Manage delivery of projects from inception to completion.
• Develop and maintain project schedules and budgets.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations.

Skills

Project management

NEC contract knowledge

Communication skills

Team leadership

Time management

Commercial awareness

Education

ONC/HNC/B.Eng or NVQ equivalent

Tools

Microsoft packages

Job description

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Project Manager – AMP 8

Location: Cambridge

A career development opportunity has arisen for an experienced Project Manager to join our growing team at Galliford Try within our Environment Business in Cambridge.

Galliford Try have been appointed as a Principal Contractor for the Cambridge and South Staffordshire AMP 8 framework, so you will be working as part of an experienced, high‑performance team delivering Design & Build projects on this £3.5 billion framework.

Ideally you will be based in or around the Cambridge area and will have the opportunity to travel across multiple high‑value sites/projects in the Region.

What you will be doing

As the Project Manager you will manage all aspects of project delivery from cradle to grave through the pre‑construction, construction, commissioning and handover stages. Your ability to manage staff at varying levels, leadership experience, staff development and recruitment/retention of key personnel will be critical to the success of these high‑value projects.

Managing multiple concurrent projects across the framework, you will develop and manage key relationships within Cambridge Water and Galliford Try Technical and Non‑Technical teams to drive successful delivery against KPIs and PIs.

Working closely with the Senior Project Managers and Delivery Managers you will assume responsibility for the financial performance of the portfolio of projects with overall responsibility for Profit/Loss on contracts under the Framework. This will include all project performance reports and participating in monthly financial/programme reviews for all schemes with the Commercial Manager, Head of Delivery and Senior Project Manager.

You will take an active role in developing new opportunities within the Framework and take a support role in pre‑construction tenders to ensure project delivery has input into the tender process.

• Outputs including programme, risk register, financial position, health and safety, environmental performance and progress updates for all allocated schemes
• Knowledge of NEC contract conditions and astute commercial awareness
• Ensure all projects are delivered in accordance with current Health & Safety regulations, including CDM regulations and environmental legislation
• Review and assess subcontractor RAMS
• Compliance with all relevant environmental legislation
• Compliance with all company safety, environmental and quality systems
• Liaise with client staff to ensure KPIs are met or exceeded within budget constraints
• Manage the project team, ensuring each member has clear objectives and defined roles and responsibilities
• Assist the Regional Manager with utilisation of direct labour resources across the projects
• Compliance with all company commercial and financial procedures
• Complete contract documentation
• Establish and agree price variations and final accounts
• Prepare estimates and quotations & provide tender vetting for subcontracts
• Develop a detailed project programme, in conjunction with the project planner, ensuring the programme is maintained to drive key deliverable milestones
• Ascertain preliminary and detailed design/project requirements and solutions
• Co‑ordinate and liaise with other departments, such as tendering and design, to ensure resources are correctly allocated and client requirements are fully achieved
• Interpret technical documents including drawings and specifications
• Co‑ordinate and liaise with suppliers, specialist sub‑contractors, in‑house functions, site installations and construction teams
• Procure plant, materials and specialist subcontractors in a timely manner and achieve best value
• Attend internal and external review and progress meetings, and site visits/meetings
• Prepare contract documentation such as "As built" drawings, Commissioning Manuals and Operation and Maintenance Manuals in line with client specifications and Galliford Try/client closeout timescales

About You

• An industry applicable ONC/HNC/B.Eng or NVQ equivalent
• H&S qualifications (desirable)
• IOSH or CITB 5‑Day Site Safety Management (SMSTS)
• CSCS card
• Demonstrable experience working with NEC suite of contracts
• Demonstrable experience working within the water industry
• Working knowledge of Microsoft packages
• Strong team player but also able to work as an individual
• Ability to prioritise a varied workload and demonstrate good time management to meet deadlines
• Able to work in a busy environment under pressure
• Excellent communication skills (email/phone/face to face)
• Can‑do attitude and support for team members as required
• Ability to review options and make required decisions for project success
• Desire to understand and promote the Company purpose, vision, values and culture
• Organised, structured and professional, with a passion for excellence
• Flexibility, resilience and ability to influence and build relationships with key stakeholders
• Commitment to excellent customer service, passionate, committed and enthusiastic in all that you do
• A self‑starter with a can‑do attitude and desire to take on new challenges
• Dedicated to working together to achieve results

What We Can Offer in Return

With an impressive order book of over £4.1 billion we are one of the industry's leading principal contractors, affording you the opportunity to work on some of the UK's most exciting projects offering you stability and the chance to stretch your capabilities and realise long‑held career goals. You will be joining diverse teams working at a high professional level with exceptional levels of commitment.

We are committed to maintaining the physical and mental wellbeing of all our people through our 'Be Well' programme, which offers discounts on certain products, advice and support for a range of issues.

We invest in high‑quality training for employees of all levels, from our leadership development framework to our apprenticeship programmes. Through our Career Paths initiative, individuals receive tailored training and support to fulfil their potential.

Benefits

• Generous holiday entitlement, increasing with years of service, plus the opportunity to purchase additional holidays
• A wide range of corporate discounts
• Cycle to Work schemes
• Comprehensive pension plan
• Regular Save as You Earn share purchase scheme
• Private medical scheme options for all salaried employees and an employee assistance programme providing free 24/7 support
• Paid yearly membership to a recognised professional association relevant to your role

About Us

Galliford Try is one of the UK's leading construction groups with a vision to continuously be a people‑orientated, progressive business, driven by our values to deliver lasting change for our stakeholders and the communities we work in.

Our purpose is to improve people's lives through building the facilities and infrastructure that communities need, providing opportunities for our people to learn, grow and progress, and working with our supply chain to promote the very best working practice and caring for the environment.

For more information on this role or to enquire about other positions available within our Environment business please contact James Heathcote on [e-mail].

Additional Information

Galliford Try welcomes applications from candidates who would like to work full‑time, reduced hours or flexibly and this will be discussed in more detail as part of the recruitment process. We encourage you to confirm any requirements we can reasonably fulfil to make this application a positive experience for you.