Project Manager (Ground Investigation)

SOCOTEC UK Ltd; Basingstoke; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading geotechnical services provider in the UK is seeking a Senior Project Manager to join their enthusiastic team in Basingstoke. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in ground investigation specifications and project management, leading teams and handling multi-million pound projects. This role offers competitive pay, personal development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package including holiday, employee assistance programs, and pension.

Benefits

25 days holiday

Electric car scheme

Employee recognition schemes

Enhanced company pension

Qualifications

• 10 to 15 years plus of UK industry experience.
• Ability to lead a small delivery team.
• Experience with £1M+ size projects.

Responsibilities

• Plan, supervise, and programme multiple Ground Investigation projects.
• Accountable for the financial control and technical quality of projects.
• Train new and existing staff in site investigation.

Skills

Ground investigation specifications knowledge

Team leadership

Project management

Financial control

Job description

Overview

Senior Project Manager to join an enthusiastic team delivering ground investigation and geotechnical services to a wide range of clients across the UK, based out of our Basingstoke office.

Responsibilities

• Excellent awareness of ground investigation specifications, procedures, techniques, British Standards and codes of practice
• 10 to 15 years plus of UK industry experience plus leading a small delivery team
• Ability to plan, supervise and programme multiple Ground Investigation projects, including £1M+ sized projects
• Responsibility and accountability for the financial control and technical quality of a projects from award to completion
• Development and maintenance of existing and new business in conjunction with the Operations Manager
• Training of new and existing staff in all matters of site investigation, in conjunction with the Operations Manager

About SOCOTEC

SOCOTEC is the UK's leading provider of testing, inspection and certification services. We offer an unrivalled range of technical expertise and services throughout the UK and worldwide. By joining us, you'll be part of an 1,800+ strong team, where we will provide you with both the flexibility and a host of opportunities. We are committed to personal and professional development, and you will be supported and mentored at every step of your journey with us. You will join a large team of industry-leading, expert professionals and receive exposure to some of the best opportunities and challenges available.

To support our ambitious growth plans, we have a great opportunity to join our 135 strong Geotechnical Team. SOCOTEC is the UK's market leading provider of site investigation, ranking 6th in the Ground Engineering top 100 Geotechnical companies for 2021. Expert field operations, backed up by UKAS accredited analytical testing and proven technical support, draw on over 90 years' experience in delivering high quality, award winning site investigation services to help our clients minimise ground related uncertainty and risk, as well as maximising efficiencies. With a strong heritage of training, career path planning and support for professional qualifications, SOCOTEC is the ideal choice for developing your geotechnical career.

Benefits

As well as a competitive salary, we can offer you a wide range of benefits including, 25 days holiday with the opportunity to buy more. Where applicable we also offer an electric car scheme, employee recognition schemes, family friendly support, employee benefits and discounts app, employee assistance programmes and enhanced company pension.