Project Manager

Network Plus; Chippenham; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Project Manager, where you'll oversee the operational and financial performance of vital contracts in the utility sector. This role involves ensuring compliance with safety regulations, managing resources efficiently, and fostering a culture of continuous improvement. With a focus on delivering exceptional service and maintaining profitability, you'll lead a dedicated team in a dynamic environment. This opportunity not only allows you to make a significant impact in the industry but also offers a comprehensive benefits package and a commitment to diversity and inclusion within the workplace.

Qualifications

• Experience managing contracts with a focus on safety and profitability.
• Strong communication and management skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with health, safety, and environmental regulations.
• Manage resources effectively to maximize profitability.
• Lead and motivate a team while ensuring safety and competence.

Skills

Overhead Line experience

PCB transformer Changes

Dismantlement schemes

Exceptional communication skills

Good management skills

Commercial awareness

Education

Supervisor Street Works qualification

Health & Safety qualification

Job description

Job Description

As a Project Manager, you will be responsible for the operational and financial performance of the contract; delivering the work safely, on time, within budget, and to our Client’s expectations.

We have secured a long-term contract with SSE, providing support across their Overhead Line, PCB transformer Changes, and various dismantlement schemes across 11KV and 33KV.

Key Responsibilities

1. Ensure all work within the contract under your control is carried out in full compliance with health, safety, welfare, and environmental regulations, while working to maximize the profitability of the contract and ensuring satisfaction of contractual requirements.
2. Ensure compliance with the client’s authorization requirements and specifications, with the company standards of service and quality systems.
3. Control documentation, working closely with the back-office support team.
4. Ensure that the health and safety competence of subcontractor organizations and direct labor are assessed prior to commencing work.
5. Assess the risks associated with our operations and ensure that the correct site-specific method statements and risk assessments are compiled in advance of works.
6. Maintain a keen focus on the commercial aspects of the contract, ensuring we can deliver for our clients while maintaining profitability.
7. Manage all resources, including labor, materials, and plant.
8. Take pride in our delivery, with repeat business as a key measure of success.
9. Demand safety and competence, including training requirements, and push for continuous improvement in all teams.
10. Manage and motivate a team, delegating appropriately, but leading by example.
11. Develop the people in your area through an organized approach.

Experience and Qualifications

• Experience with Overhead Line, PCB transformer Changes, and dismantlement schemes across 11KV and 33KV.
• Supervisor Street Works qualification.
• Health & Safety qualification (an advantage).
• Exceptional communication skills.
• Good management skills.
• Commercial awareness.
• Clean Driving Licence.

Salary and Benefits

We offer a competitive salary based on experience along with a full benefits package.

Equal Opportunity and Inclusion

Network Plus is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and do not discriminate based on race, religion, colour, nationality, sex, sexual orientation, age, veteran status, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

We are Armed Forces-friendly and welcome applications from ex-Armed Forces personnel, reservists, veterans, cadet instructors, and military spouses/partners.

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About Network Plus

Network Plus is an award-winning business delivering essential utility and infrastructure services across the UK for gas, power, telecoms, transport, water, and wastewater sectors.

We value diverse experiences and perspectives and are committed to fostering an inclusive environment where all employees feel valued and can thrive, regardless of background or circumstances.