Project Manager

Pave Recruit; Greater London; On-site; GBP 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Pave Recruit is seeking a project manager to lead and manage complex programmes across water, environment, infrastructure and highways sectors in the UK. You will support multiple projects, nurture client relationships, and guide project teams to successful delivery.

The role demands technical expertise, leadership, and the ability to operate at consultant level with subcontractors and suppliers, ensuring quality and budget compliance throughout the project lifecycle.

Qualifications

• A relevant civil engineering or environmental engineering degree.
• Demonstrable background in highways engineering and project management.
• Ability and knowledge to operate at consultant level.
• Proven experience working with sub-contractors, programmes, reviewing contracts and budgeting.
• Demonstrable appetite for learning and developing career.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage complex projects and programmes in water, environment, infrastructure and highways.
• Support multiple projects, assist successful execution and foster client relationships.
• Align project objectives with overall programme success.
• Select and evaluate subcontractors and suppliers; conduct due diligence.
• Ensure subcontractors comply with quality, safety and specifications; monitor performance.
• Provide guidance to Project Managers and teams to enable high performance.
• Identify risks and develop mitigation and resolution strategies.

Skills

Project management

Client engagement

Sub-contractor management

Risk management

Leadership

Education

Civil or Environmental Engineering degree

Tools

MS Project

Contract review tools

Job description

This company is a multidisciplinary engineering and environmental consultancy based in the UK. Offering a wide range of services, including but not limited to renewable energy, geotechnical, civil, and structural engineering, and environmental impact assessments, their team of experienced professionals provide expertise on a number of projects across the UK, Europe, and internationally. With a strong focus on sustainability and modern technologies and techniques, they always seek to deliver high quality projects in an environmentally friendly manner.

The role

The ideal candidate will play a pivotal role in leading and managing complex projects and programmes within the water, environment, infrastructure, and highways sector. You will be responsible for supporting multiple projects, assisting in the successful execution, and fostering strong client relationships. This role requires a blend of technical expertise, leadership, and client engagement skills. You will

• Open to programme management by aligning project objectives with ensuring that individual projects contribute to the overall success of the programme.
• Support in selecting and evaluating sub-contractors and suppliers. This includes conducting due diligence to identify the most suitable vendors, negotiating contracts, and monitoring their performance throughout the project lifecycle.
• Ensure that sub-contractors adhere to quality standards, safety protocols, and project specifications. Regularly assess sub-contractor performance and address any issues or non-compliance.
• Provide guidance and support to Project Managers and project teams, fostering a collaborative and high-performance work environment. Your expertise and leadership will help them navigate challenges and ensure project success.
• Identify potential risks and issues that may affect project/programme outcomes. Develop risk mitigation and issue resolution strategies to proactively address these challenges and minimize their impact on project delivery.

About you

We are seeking professionals that are interested in developing a career as a project manager, with the skillset to thrive in a small and dynamic team. You must have:

• A relevant civil engineering or environmental engineering degree
• A demonstrable background in highways engineering and project managment
• Ability and knowledge to operate at consultant level.
• Proven experience working with sub-contractors, programmes, reviewing contracts and working within budget.
• A demonstrable appetite for learning and developing your career further.