Project Manager

BCS Group; Walsall; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading civil engineering company is seeking a Project Manager to oversee multiple projects, ensuring completion within specifications and budgets. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in civil engineering, project management skills, and a relevant degree or equivalent qualification. The role offers a competitive salary and opportunities for career development.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Company Pension

Private Medical

25 days of annual leave plus bank holidays

Flexible benefits via salary sacrifice

Qualifications

• Extensive experience managing projects within Civil, Water/Rail/Process Environments.
• Good working knowledge of contract conditions, CDM regulations, Design Management.
• Knowledge of NEC contracts, including Early Warning and Compensation Event mechanisms.

Responsibilities

• Deliver projects from design to completion.
• Produce financial forecast and monitor project costs.
• Chair weekly site meetings and maintain records.
• Build and maintain relationships with customers.

Skills

Project Management

Communication

Problem Solving

Team Management

Cost Control

Risk Management

Education

Degree/HNC in Civil Engineering

NEBOSH Construction Certificate

Tools

Primavera P6

Job description

About Barhale

Barhale is a civil engineering and infrastructure specialist in the UK with over 40 years of experience. We operate as a tier one partner for blue chip, regulated and private clients across multiple sectors, delivering design, civil engineering and maintenance services.

• Water
• Transport
• Built environment
• Energy

Our direct delivery model reflects our belief that people are our greatest asset. We employ over 1,200 people nationwide and source, train and retain frontline delivery teams as well as management and support services. We work across large frameworks, joint ventures and standalone projects, guided by Barhale values established in 1985.

Specialist capabilities include:

• Tunnelling
• MEICA
• Temporary and permanent design
• Steel fabrication
• Signs (design and fabrication)
• Health & safety equipment and products, including PPE

Company Website: barhale.co.uk

Company Showcase Video: YouTube

Why join Barhale?

• As Gold Investors in People, we are committed to high standards of people practices, inclusivity and alignment with our business strategy.
• Job security and long-term work through frameworks and major infrastructure schemes
• A broad range of civil, mechanical and electrical schemes on some of the UK’s largest projects
• Strong career progression with a track record of promoting from within
• Skills development and training

Project Manager

The Role

The Project Manager delivers multiple ongoing projects to specified quality and programme, achieving maximum commercial performance. The role works closely with the Estimating Department, site delivery teams and surveyors to ensure projects are completed safely and to customer requirements and expectations.

Key Responsibilities

• Produce financial forecast, monitor and control project costs, and produce monthly reports to the Contracts Manager on project performance, team effectiveness and labour organisation
• Deliver projects from design to completion, including handover documentation
• Review progress, budget resources and planning
• Review work packages to ensure scope is clearly defined
• Chair weekly site meetings and maintain accurate records of discussions and actions
• Build and maintain relationships with customers, framework suppliers and design consultants
• Develop and maintain construction programmes with Barhale staff
• Coordinate and manage site investigations during construction
• Develop buildable, cost-effective construction solutions that meet client requirements
• Produce Project Plans, risk assessments, method statements, site waste management plans and procure plant/materials in line with procedures
• Ensure site diaries/records are completed and maintain commercial tension to drive out cost
• Prepare comprehensive estimates for additional work outside target costs
• Assist with estimating new tenders
• Chase potential new clients

Health, safety and environmental

• Set high standards of leadership in HS&E procedures and best practice, ensuring compliance with company procedures and legal obligations
• Keep all HSE-related documents up to date
• Produce monthly HSE reports
• Allocate HSE responsibilities to site personnel and provide necessary training
• Ensure subcontractors follow Barhale’s procedures and processes
• Maintain site waste management plans and environmental risk assessments
• Coordinate with third parties to comply with HSG47, HAUC, NRSWA, Chapter 8 and other standards
• Provide training and briefings to the team, including cascade briefings, Toolbox Talks and formal forums

Quality

• Manage and produce ITPs and obtain sign-off from relevant parties
• Maintain the QA File and close out technical queries
• Submit as-built and O&M manuals to the client on completion

Key Measures & Targets

• Monthly/weekly reporting timescales met
• Contract timescales met
• Adherence to Business Unit Objectives
• 3 Pillar KPI measures met

Key Relationships

• Customers and stakeholders
• Subcontractors and suppliers
• Site team members and support departments
• Current and potential clients

Person Specification

The successful candidate will have extensive experience managing projects within Civil, Water/Rail/Process Environments and MEICA installation. The following criteria apply.

Essential

• Good working knowledge of contract conditions, CDM regulations, Design Management, Programme & Risk Management and cost control, including forecasting and value reporting
• Ability to use Primavera P6 or equivalent
• Degree/HNC in Civil Engineering, or equivalent
• CSCS manager’s card
• SMSTS
• NEBOSH Construction Certificate
• Knowledge of NEC contracts, including Early Warning and Compensation Event mechanisms
• Excellent communication, people and team management skills
• Ability to challenge designs and resolve problems to a conclusion
• Ability to manage and deliver a successful project with minimal guidance
• Problem solving and analytical thinking
• Experience of a direct labour organisation

Desirable

• CEng MICE
• Knowledge of the JCT form of contract

Caring and investing in you

Barhale’s values have guided us for over 40 years. We are a Gold Investors in People company and a Sunday Times 100 Best Company to Work For, committed to investing in people and creating a supportive environment for career growth and well-being.

From onboarding, your well-being and career aspirations will be supported by:

• Competitive salary
• Company Pension
• Life Assurance
• Private Medical
• Profit share scheme
• 25 days of annual leave plus 8 bank holidays and loyalty days
• 8 hours volunteering leave
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Flexible benefits via salary sacrifice
• Company car/green car scheme or car allowance
• Leadership and management training
• Regular line management engagement and appraisal
• Development supported by training
• Continuous service awards

Would you like to know more?

Please contact our Recruitment team via [e-mail]