Project Manager

Bridges - Trusted Intelligent Engineering Partner; Maidstone; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Bridges is seeking a Project Manager to join their Maidstone office, managing projects within the Southern Water framework. Candidates with project management experience in industrial settings are preferred. The role supports hybrid working, with responsibilities including project planning, safety management, and stakeholder communication. Bridges offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package, as well as a supportive environment for career development.

Benefits

Competitive salaries

Company car/car allowance

Health cash plan

Standard Life Pension Scheme - 5% contribution

Employee Discount Scheme

Training and development opportunities

Employee referral scheme - £1,000

Enhanced Maternity and Paternity pay

Qualifications

• Experience in project management within an industrial M&E/MEICA setting.
• Knowledge of planning software packages such as Microsoft Project / P6.
• Valid UK driving license is required.

Responsibilities

• Oversee planning, execution, and delivery of projects.
• Manage health & safety for self and team.
• Collaborate with clients and stakeholders effectively.

Skills

Project management in industrial M&E/MEICA

Planning techniques

Health & safety legislation

Communication with stakeholders

Environmental management

Education

SMSTS and/or IOSH Managing Safely

City & Guilds trade Qualification (desirable)

Tools

Microsoft Project

P6

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At Bridges we are more than Engineers.

We are listed on the Sunday Times Top 100 Places to Work 2024.

At Bridges we are more than Engineers.

We are listed on the Sunday Times Top 100 Places to Work 2024.

As a team we shape and support engineering and construction for our clients who in turn touch the daily lives of millions of people across the UK. We have a large diverse team of talented Safe & Happy People, combining their strengths and ambition to bring innovation and evolution which ensures Sustainability for all stakeholders.

Across our key sectors - Water, Power, Energy and Aggregates, and supported through our regional office network supported by our manufacturing hub located in the heart of Somerset which forms part of our 60,000ft head office complex - we deliver diverse and interesting projects and programmes throughout UK infrastructure.

Our projects range in value from £5k to £15m, taking the role of Principal Contractor and Principal Designer on various schemes, and supporting our valued Tier 1 contractor clients in a subcontractor and off-site manufacturing capacity.

Role purpose

We are currently recruiting for a Project Manager to work on our Southern Water framework, reporting to our Maidstone office.

With a hybrid working model, ideally you would be willing to commute to the Maidstone office once or twice weekly. You will be expected to travel to HQ at least once a month for project reviews and visit client sites regularly.

This role could suit an assistant project manager looking to take the next steps into a project manager capacity.

Role Overview

As a Project Manager at Bridges, you will oversee the successful planning, execution, and delivery of projects from inception to completion. Working closely with cross-functional teams, you'll ensure projects are completed on time, within scope, and on budget. Your leadership will be pivotal in coordinating resources, managing timelines, and navigating challenges to achieve outstanding results.

The Role

Contracted to 42.5hrs per week, Monday to Friday.

• Management of staff and subcontractors working on assigned projects
• Taking responsibility for the health & safety of self and all under your control, completion of RAMS
• Creation and management of the appropriate Project Documentation and control of project expenditure within a monthly project reporting structure
• Close liaison and management of the Client and other stakeholders as appropriate
• Proactively manage the impact on and protection of the environment
  
  
  

Requirements


Requirements

• Project management experience in an industrial M&E / MEICA setting
• Good knowledge of techniques for planning, monitoring and controlling programmes
• Experience or knowledge of planning software packages such as Microsoft Project / P6
• Knowledge of health & safety legislation and company procedures
• SMSTS and/or IOSH Managing Safely
• Full UK driving license
• Experience with NEC Suite of contracts
  
  

Desirable

• Appropriate City & Guilds trade Qualification where appropriate
  
  
  

Benefits


BENEFITS OF WORKING FOR BRIDGES

RoSPA Gold Medal winner, Bridges - is an excellent company to work for and a great place to develop your career. Our goal is to exceed the very highest standards and ensure our people work in a culture of health, safety and well-being.

We are currently holders of the Armed Forces Covenant Silver Award, which reinforces our commitment to supporting the armed forces community.

We are a family-run business with a friendly and welcoming culture, and we are dedicated to helping our employees learn, develop, and achieve success - along with us and throughout their careers.

Bridges also offers an excellent benefits package:

• Competitive salaries
• Company car/car allowance
• Health cash plan with Healthshield
• Standard Life Pension Scheme - 5% company contribution
• Life Assurance Scheme
• Employee Discount Scheme
• Bike 2 Work scheme
• Training and development opportunities
• Employee referral scheme - £1,000 if you successfully introduce someone
• Employee recognition schemes
• Enhanced Maternity and Paternity pay
  
  
  

When you join us, you'll be part of our exciting journey.

Wherever your journey begins with us, through mutual engagement, we'll make sure you are supported and invested in. We believe in ‘team bridges' and leadership at all levels with our guiding principles: Safe People, Happy People, Sustainable Business.

Come and be part of our team!

Bridges is an equal-opportunity employer and is committed to ensuring equality and diversity within the workplace.

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