Project Manager - Tunnel / Shafts

Joseph Gallagher Limited; Wigan; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading civil engineering firm in the UK is seeking an experienced professional to manage tunnelling and shaft projects. The ideal candidate will have a solid background in civil engineering, experience with NEC contracts, and the ability to ensure project delivery to high standards. A degree in civil engineering is essential, along with management experience in regulated environments.

Qualifications

• Experience managing Tunnelling and Shaft projects in regulated environments.
• Previous experience with TBM tunnelling work is essential.
• Degree qualified as a minimum.
• SMSTS certification required.

Responsibilities

• Run the site safely and efficiently.
• Maximise the commercial performance of contracts.
• Produce procurement schedules and liaise with procurement.
• Forecast and manage scope meticulously.
• Report risks and opportunities to senior management.
• Deliver work to specified quality without defects.

Skills

Management of Tunnelling and Shaft projects

Proficient in NEC contracts

Design Management Programme

Risk Management

Cost control and forecasting

Ability to challenge designs

Project delivery with minimal guidance

Education

Degree/HNC in Civil Engineering or equivalent

Job description

Location: Site based - Different Locations throughout UK

Joseph Gallagher is the leading UK based Civil Engineering & Tunnelling sub-contractor, growing significantly in the last 40+ years into an international business. We have an award-winning reputation, industry leading safety culture and have had the privilege to be a part of some of the most critical infrastructure projects taking place today.

Key Accountabilities

Ensure the site is run in a safe and efficient manner that reflects the high standards that Joseph Gallagher Ltd are renowned for.

Ensure the commercial performance of the contract is maximised

Produce procurement schedules and liaise with the procurement department to ensure sites have adequate resources to complete the tasks

Continually forecasting, keeping the team informed of forecasts and changes and managing the scope meticulously, so knowing the costs for unplanned construction work or resources and keeping that set‑aside.

Reporting Risk and Opportunities to the senior management team.

Deliver the work to the specified quality without defects. Ensure production and implementation of Project Plans, RAMS, ITP’s and waste management plans, in line with Company procedures.

Ensure detailed site diaries/records are completed. Maintain commercial tension to drive out cost and challenge the status quo.

Job Skills, Experience and Qualifications

Experience of managing Tunnelling and Shaft projects within high regulated environments in the UK. TBM is main tunnelling work so previous experience in this is required.

A broad civil background would be an advantage.

Proficient in NEC contracts. A contract and change management.

Experienced in Design Management Programme & Risk Management, Production of CVR, incl cost control, forecasting and value assessment.

Degree/HNC in Civil Engineering, or equivalent.

SMSTS.

Ability to challenge designs and resolve problems to conclusion.

Ability to manage and deliver a successful project with minimal guidance.

Degree qualified as a minimum.