Project Manager (Highways / Construction)

Matchtech; Portsmouth; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in civil engineering is seeking a Project Manager to oversee medium-scale projects in Portsmouth. The role involves managing project teams, ensuring budget compliance, and delivering high-quality results. Ideal candidates will possess professional qualifications and a track record in NEC contracts, ready to make a significant impact on local infrastructure.

Qualifications

• Experience in managing small-scale civil engineering projects and NEC contracts.
• Strong delegation and management skills.
• Familiarity with relevant legislation and financial analysis.

Responsibilities

• Manage project lifecycle from inception to completion.
• Prepare budgets, monitor costs, and ensure timely delivery.
• Supervise junior project managers' development.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Analytical Skills

Problem Solving

Education

Professional Project Management Qualification (e.g. Prince 2)

Tools

Microsoft Project

Job description

This contract role is centred around the successful completion of medium-scale civil engineering projects in Portsmouth, particularly focusing on highway assets.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support and lead the project management of highway and civil engineering schemes from inception to completion
• Prepare estimates, monitor, and review project costs to ensure completion within agreed budgets
• Achieve required levels of quality and ensure value for money
• Provide project management throughout the life cycle of a project, ensuring timely and within-budget delivery
• Appoint and manage contractors, ensuring accurate and up-to-date Project Initiation Documentation (PID)
• Represent the team and council at meetings, assist in consultations, and liaise with stakeholders
• Prepare and present reports to Project Boards and other relevant bodies as required
• Encourage junior project managers to pursue personal development through effective supervision and allocation of work

Job Requirements:

• Professional project management qualification (e.g. Prince 2) and ideally membership of an appropriate professional body (e.g. APM)
• Experience in managing small-scale civil engineering projects, including NEC contracts
• Ability to lead project teams with strong delegation and management skills
• Commercial awareness with experience in strict budgetary controls and financial analysis
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to manage time effectively
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and written skills
• Experience in preparing reports and conducting research
• Knowledge of relevant legislation and familiarity with Microsoft Office applications, including Project

If you are a skilled Project Manager looking to make a positive impact on the infrastructure of Portsmouth, we would love to hear from you. Apply now to join our client's dedicated and innovative team.