Project Manager

Bennett and Game Recruitment LTD; Ipswich; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading civil engineering firm based in Ipswich seeks an experienced Project Manager to lead projects across the UK. Candidates should have a degree in Civil Engineering and experience managing tunnelling operations. The role offers a salary of up to £75,000, along with benefits like a car allowance and life insurance. A proactive attitude to project management is essential.

Benefits

23 days holiday plus 8 bank holidays

Discretional company bonus

Car allowance

Life insurance 4x salary

Pension 5% company, 4% employee

Qualifications

• Degree within Civil Engineering or related discipline.
• Experience of managing Tunnelling and Shaft, tunnel boring machine experience.
• Ability to deliver a project in time and on budget working for difficult clients.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the site operates safely and efficiently, upholding the highest standards.
• Maximise commercial performance of contracts by driving efficiencies and controlling costs.
• Develop procurement schedules to ensure resources are available.

Skills

Project management

Tunnelling experience

Commercial awareness

Contract knowledge (NEC3)

Risk management

Education

Degree in Civil Engineering

Job description

Overview

A large Civil Engineering Contractor with a £134million turnover are looking for a Project Manager to run projects based in and around Ipswich with UK travel. They offer a variety of excellent work and lifestyle benefits, and a competitive salary of up to £75,000. Our client are looking to interview quickly for this position.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the site operates safely and efficiently, upholding the highest standards at all times.
• Maximise commercial performance of contracts by driving efficiencies and controlling costs.
• Develop procurement schedules and work closely with the procurement team to ensure resources are available when needed.
• Provide accurate and ongoing project forecasting, keeping the team informed of key updates.
• Proactively manage work, ensuring contingency plans and resources are in place.
• Identify and report risks and opportunities to the senior management team, offering solutions to mitigate risks and capitalise on opportunities.
• Ensure all work is delivered to the required quality standards, aiming for defect-free results.
• Oversee the production and implementation of essential project documentation, including Project Plans, Risk Assessments and Method Statements (RAMS), Inspection Test Plans (ITPs), and Waste Management Plans.
• Maintain detailed and accurate site diaries and records to ensure full transparency and traceability.

Qualifications

• Degree within Civil Engineering or related discipline.
• Experience of managing Tunnelling and Shaft, tunnel boring machine experience.
• Ability to deliver a project in time and on budget working for difficult clients.
• Commercially astute with knowledge of standard forms of contract and measurement.
• Proficient in NEC3 Option A & C contracts and change management.
• Experienced in Design Management Programme & Risk Management.
• Experience with production of CVR, including cost control, forecasting and value assessment.
• Good communication skills including presentations and ability to negotiate.
• SMSTS.
• An understanding of the Health & Safety at Work Act 1974, LOLER, PUWER, Confined Space Regulations, Working at Height Regulations etc.

Salary & Benefits

Salary: DOE £65K - £75K

23 day's holiday plus 8 days Bank Holidays

Discretional company bonus

Car Allowance

Life insurance 4 x salary

Pension 5 % company 4% employee

About

Bennett and Game Recruitment are a multi-disciplined technical recruitment agency based in Chichester, West Sussex operating across the UK with specialist teams covering a range of industries.

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