Project Manager

Matchtech; Leyfields; On-site; GBP 52,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global consulting firm in the UK is seeking a Project Manager to lead transformative infrastructure programmes, specifically on complex projects for Severn Trent Water. Responsibilities include administering NEC contracts, budget control, and collaborating with QS teams. This role offers a competitive salary range of £52-65k and benefits including private healthcare and chartership support.

Benefits

26 days holiday

Private healthcare access

5% employer pension rising to 8%

Chartership support

Leadership development programmes

Qualifications

• Experience in administering NEC3/4 contracts from the client side.
• Working towards Membership of a chartered body such as APM.
• An experienced user of the NEC3-4 suite of contracts.

Responsibilities

• Administer NEC3/4 contracts from the client side.
• Support budget control, forecasting, and cost planning.
• Collaborate with QS teams on monthly valuations.

Skills

Project Management

Contract Administration

Budget Control

Risk Management

Team Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's or master's Degree qualification in a numeric degree

Tools

NEC3-4 contracts

Job description

Our leading global consulting, construction engineering client is seeking Project Managers on a permanent basis to support Severn Trent Water projects based out of Tamworth.

Our client has global reach, supporting intelligent infrastructure delivered in sustainable and environmentally friendly ways. They have 20,500 employees operating across 100 countries, deploying their expertise to develop and deliver cutting-edge innovations and solutions for end clients.

This is an exciting time to join the consultancies new Project, Programme, PMO and Commercial Management Capability in the United Kingdom which is undergoing a transformative phase.

The Project Manager will lead transformative infrastructure programmes across the UK, initially working on complex and AMP8 projects for Severn Trent Water. You will work across capital delivery programmes and have the chance work on rail, nuclear focused projects in the future.

Responsibilities

• Administer NEC3/4 contracts (Options A, C & E) from the client side
• Support budget control, forecasting, and defined cost planning
• Collaborate with QS teams on monthly valuations and payment certificates
• Assist in drafting contractual communications (EWNs, CE notifications, etc.)
• Conduct initial scope planning and feasibility assessments
• Assist in preparation of tender documentation and evaluation of submissions
• Contribute to risk identification and mitigation strategies
• Engage early with contractors during design phases
• Monitor project progress, cash flow, and expenditure
• Support delivery through change management and variation handling
• Participate in dispute resolution and final account preparation
• Ensure appropriate record keeping and contract compliance
• Help identify opportunities for process improvement and best practice
• Maintain project databases, visuals, and supporting collateral
• Contribute to internal reporting, governance, and delivery reviews

Qualifications

• Bachelor\'s or master\'s Degree qualification in a numeric degree
• Working towards Membership of chartered body such APM at MAPM.
• Valid CSCS card; Water Hygiene Card desirable
• An experienced user of the NEC3-4 suite of contracts (A-C-E must have)
• This role is subject to client interview and acceptance

Benefits

• Salary range £52-65k depending on experience
• Monday - Thursday - 37.5 hour working week
• 26 days holiday, increasing by 1 day for 1 year served and up to 28 after year 3
• Reasonable travel and accommodation will be provided for candidates living further from client offices
• Private healthcare access for individual and family
• Electric vehicle salary sacrifice scheme
• 5% employer pension rising to 8% when personal contribution at 5%
• Life assurance x4 salary
• Critical illness cover x1 annual salary
• Chartership support
• Chance to work across a range of sectors
• Leadership development programmes