Project Manager – Grid Upgrade (Hybrid, UK Travel)

AWC STAFF SERVICES LTD; Birmingham; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading staffing service provider is seeking two Project Managers to oversee overhead line projects as part of the Great Grid Upgrade in Birmingham. The role involves managing health, safety, and compliance on project sites, acting as the primary client contact, and mentoring project teams. With a hybrid working pattern and a preference for candidates with substantial construction experience, this position offers competitive benefits including a company car and enhanced leave schemes.

Benefits

Matched or contributory pension scheme

Employee assistance programme / Life assurance

Enhanced maternity, paternity leave and adoption leave

Reward and recognition scheme

Company car or car allowance

Private health care

Discretionary bonus scheme

25 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Overtime

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in large-scale construction projects, preferably with overhead line work.
• Confidence in leading stakeholder meetings and client interactions.
• Full clean driving license required.

Responsibilities

• Oversee health, safety, quality, and compliance across project sites.
• Act as the main point of contact for clients and stakeholders.
• Lead, mentor, and inspire the project management team.

Skills

UK Health & Safety legislation knowledge

Large-scale construction project management

Stakeholder engagement

Flexibility for travel

Education

Project Management qualifications

Higher Education degree

Recognised Health & Safety certificate (e.g., NEBOSH)

Job description

A leading staffing service provider is seeking two Project Managers to oversee overhead line projects as part of the Great Grid Upgrade in Birmingham. The role involves managing health, safety, and compliance on project sites, acting as the primary client contact, and mentoring project teams. With a hybrid working pattern and a preference for candidates with substantial construction experience, this position offers competitive benefits including a company car and enhanced leave schemes.