Project Manager

COSTAIN GROUP; Greater Manchester; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction and engineering firm in Greater Manchester is seeking a Project Manager to oversee the delivery of maintenance projects within the water sector. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in managing multidisciplinary projects, particularly in Civils and MEICA. Strong leadership and communication skills are essential for this role, along with relevant qualifications. This position offers the opportunity to make a significant impact on maintenance activities serving millions in the region.

Qualifications

• Previous experience managing multidisciplinary projects in the water sector.
• Strong track record of project programme delivery.
• Knowledge of construction contract law.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage site teams for project delivery.
• Oversee maintenance projects from design to handover.
• Engage stakeholders at all levels.

Skills

Project management

Leadership

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Education

HNC/HND or degree in relevant engineering discipline

SMSTS qualification

Relevant CSCS card

Full UK Driving Licence

Tools

MS Word

Excel

Document control system

Primavera software

Job description

Job Description

United Utilities have awarded Costain a new Managed Service Provider (MSP) framework contract. Under the contract Costain provide the overall management and delivery of United Utilities' larger-scale water and wastewater asset maintenance activities across the entirety of its network, including 96 water treatment and 575 wastewater treatment sites, which serves over six million people in the North West of England.

The Project Manager will support the delivery of planned CSO work across the UU region and develop key relationships with UU operational personnel, supply chain partners and promote a team spirit environment

Responsibilities

• Leadership, line management and development of site teams
  
• Provide whole life oversight and accountability for the successful completion of maintenance projects and services, through design, procurement, assembly, commissioning, and handover
  
• Ensure supply chain remain compliant with the framework management plan
  
• Provide Leadership to create a safety culture to ensure Zero LTI and RIDDOR Incidents
  
• Ensure a commercial focus with a high level of challenge on project scope and choosing efficient delivery strategies
  
• Ensure all stakeholders within MSP and United Utilities are engaged at strategic & operational levels and supportive of the projects and services and their potential impacts
  
• Ensure consistent and reliable reporting of project/services performance into the MSP systems
  
• Ensure key project and programme risks are identified early, and mitigated where possible
  

Skills, Experience

• Previous experience of managing multidisciplinary projects including Civils and MEICA (preferably in the water sector)
  
• Strong track record of delivery of project programmes
  
• Knowledge and understanding of construction contract law and forms of contract through experience and formal training
  
• Computer competence (MS Word, Excel, Document control system, Primavera software)
  
• Good communication and interpersonal skills
  

Qualifications

• HNC/HND or degree in a relevant engineering discipline
  
• SMSTS qualification
  
• Relevant CSCS card
  
• Full UK Driving Licence