Project Manager

Randstad Construction and Property; Manchester; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm is seeking an experienced Freelance Project Manager to oversee critical projects in the water sector, focusing on heavy civils and MEICA installations. The ideal candidate will have a successful track record in delivering complex infrastructure projects, excellent leadership and communication skills, and a degree in Engineering or Project Management. This role requires a commitment to safety and quality standards, as well as eligibility to work in the UK.

Qualifications

• Proven track record of delivering complex infrastructure projects.
• Relevant certifications such as APM or Prince2 highly desirable.
• Exceptional ability to inspire and lead multi-disciplinary teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead projects focusing on heavy civils and MEICA installations.
• Coordinate full MEICA scope including control panel installs.
• Manage project delivery from design to handover.

Skills

Leadership skills

Project financial management

HSEQ commitment

Stakeholder management

Communication skills

Education

Degree in Civil, Mechanical, Electrical Engineering or Project Management

Job description

Overview

Freelance Project Manager Opportunity : Exciting Water & Heavy Civils Projects 🏗️

Are you an experienced Freelance Project Manager looking for your next challenging and rewarding assignment? We are seeking a highly motivated and skilled individual to lead critical projects within the water sector, focusing on heavy civils and MEICA (Mechanical, Electrical, Instrumentation, Control, and Automation) installations.

If you have a proven track record of successfully delivering complex infrastructure projects on time and within budget, we want to hear from you!

Responsibilities

• Lead critical water sector projects with emphasis on heavy civils and MEICA installations, ensuring successful delivery.
• Oversee projects across the full water cycle (treatment works, networks, reservoirs, flood defense, etc.).
• Coordinate and manage heavy civils elements, including reinforced concrete structures, earthworks, deep excavations, and foundations typical of water and utility infrastructure.
• Manage and coordinate the full MEICA scope of a project, ensuring seamless integration with civil elements, including control panel installations, pump station upgrades, instrumentation, and process equipment fitting.
• Oversee end-to-end project delivery from detailed design and procurement through construction, commissioning, and handover.

What We Are Looking For

• Exceptional Leadership: The ability to inspire and lead diverse, multi-disciplinary project teams, including design engineers, contractors, and client stakeholders.
• Commercial Acumen: Expertise in managing project finances, contracts (e.g., NEC), risk registers, and change control.
• Safety & Quality Focus: An uncompromising commitment to HSEQ (Health, Safety, Environment, and Quality) standards and procedures on site.
• Strong Communication: Excellent stakeholder management skills, with the ability to communicate complex technical information clearly and concisely.
• Relevant Qualifications: A degree in Civil, Mechanical, Electrical Engineering, or Project Management (or equivalent experience) is highly desirable, alongside relevant professional certifications (e.g., APM, Prince2).

Randstad CPE values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are more than happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and / or additional arrangements as required to support your application.

Eligibility & Compliance

Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK.

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