Project Manager

Driver Hire Borders; Penrith; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Driver Hire Borders is seeking an experienced Project Manager to oversee highways projects from inception to completion. This role requires a strong background in project management within the highways sector, ensuring compliance with regulations and fostering robust relationships with clients and stakeholders. The successful candidate will enjoy a collaborative work environment and opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

Competitive salary and benefits package

Opportunity for professional development

Collaborative team environment

Challenging and rewarding project

Qualifications

• Proven track record in the highways sector.
• Strong understanding of construction techniques and regulations.
• Excellent knowledge of project planning and cost control.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage all aspects of the highways project.
• Develop and implement project plans, schedules, and budgets.
• Monitor progress and implement solutions to meet timelines.

Skills

Project management

Leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

Job description

The Role:

As Project Manager, you will:

• Lead and manage all aspects of the highways project from inception to completion.
• Develop and implement comprehensive project plans, schedules, and budgets.
• Manage and coordinate the work of engineers, site managers, subcontractors, and suppliers.
• Monitor progress, identify potential risks and issues, and implement solutions to ensure the project is delivered on time and within budget.
• Maintain strong relationships with clients (e.g., local authorities, transport agencies), stakeholders, and regulatory authorities.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant health and safety regulations, environmental regulations, and quality standards.
• Manage the project's commercial aspects, including contract administration and variation control.

What We're Looking For:

• A proven track record in project management within the highways sector, ideally with experience of delivering similar projects in rural or semi-rural environments.
• Strong understanding of highway construction techniques, regulations, and best practices.
• Excellent knowledge of project planning, scheduling, and cost control methodologies.
• Exceptional communication, leadership, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build and maintain strong relationships.
• A proactive and solutions-oriented approach to problem-solving, with a commitment to delivering projects on time and within budget.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunity to work on a challenging and rewarding highways project in a stunning location.
• Collaborative and supportive team environment.
• Opportunities for professional development and career progression.

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.

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

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