Project Manager - Highways

ZipRecruiter; Warwick; Hybrid; GBP 63,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A major highways project contractor based in the Warwickshire area is seeking a Project Manager to oversee key projects. The ideal candidate will have proven experience in managing projects in the highways sector, knowledge of UK construction standards, and strong leadership skills. This full-time position offers a competitive salary, company car, generous annual leave, and opportunities for career progression within a supportive environment.

Benefits

Starting salary up to £75,000

Company car or allowance

25 days' annual leave plus bank holidays

Company bonus (10% annual)

Private medical insurance

Life assurance

Company pension scheme

Continuous training and development

Qualifications

• Proven experience managing projects in highways and public realm.
• Knowledge of UK highways construction standards and regulations.
• Sound working knowledge of NEC suite of contracts.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain project plans, schedules, and budgets.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations.
• Manage client relationships to meet project requirements.

Skills

Project management

Client relationship management

Health and safety compliance

Leadership

Job description

Overview

You will be joining a leading civil engineering contractor based in Worcester working on a major highways project in the Warwickshire area. This high-profile and established main contractor has a strong pipeline of work in the highways industry, working directly for both public and private sector clients, and their commitment to delivering an exceptional standard of work has positioned them as a leader with a fantastic reputation.

This is a full-time permanent position based on-site in the Warwickshire area with hybrid working.

Your new role

As Project Manager, your responsibilities will include:

• Developing, implementing and maintaining project plans, schedules and budgets
• Ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations and promoting a strong safety culture on site
• Managing client relationships, liaising closely to meet project requirements and expectations
• Monitoring project progress, identifying risks and implementing mitigation strategies
• Overseeing procurement, contract management and resource allocation
• Ensuring all documentation, permits and regulatory requirements are in place and up to date
• Reporting regularly to senior management and stakeholders on project status, financials and progress
• Ensuring the project is delivered safely on time, within budget and to expected quality

What you'll need to succeed

In order to be successful, you must have:

• Proven successful experience managing projects from inception through to completion in the highways and/or public realm industries
• Knowledge of UK highways construction standards, regulations and best practices
• Sound working knowledge of NEC suite of contracts
• Strong leadership, interpersonal and stakeholder management skills
• Full UK driving licence.

What you'll get in return

In return, you will receive:

• Starting salary up to £75,000 per annum (negotiable depending on experience)
• Company car or car allowance (£6,500 per annum)
• 25 days' annual leave plus bank holidays
• Fuel card
• Company bonus (10% paid annually)
• Private medical insurance
• Life assurance
• Company pension scheme
• Continuous training and development
• Exposure to high-profile and rewarding projects
• Supportive and collaborative work environment
• Opportunity to grow and progress your career with an industry-leading contractor and more.

What you need to do now

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