Senior Project Manager

Carbon 60; Cobham; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading project management firm is looking for an experienced Senior Project Manager to lead the M25 Junction project in Cobham, England. This pivotal role involves steering the project towards successful completion, prioritizing operational performance, and ensuring customer satisfaction. Candidates should possess demonstrable experience managing major infrastructure projects and multidisciplinary teams. Strong commercial awareness and excellent communication skills are also critical. This position promises an impactful leadership opportunity in a high-profile environment.

Qualifications

• Demonstrable experience delivering major highways projects in complex environments.
• Capability in managing multidisciplinary teams on large infrastructure schemes.
• Strong understanding of contract management.

Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee all project deliverables to ensure timely, high‑quality delivery.
• Manage day‑to‑day project operations with strong planning and governance.
• Ensure accurate resource planning and financial forecasting across all phases.

Skills

Project Management

Team Leadership

Risk Management

Commercial Awareness

Job description

Senior Project Manager - M25 Junction Project

We are seeking an experienced Senior Project Manager to lead the successful delivery of our high‑profile M25 Junction project. This is a key leadership role within a major infrastructure programme, responsible for driving operational performance, commercial outcomes, and client satisfaction.

Key Responsibilities

• Project & Delivery Management
  • Lead and oversee all project deliverables to ensure timely, high‑quality delivery.
  • Manage day‑to‑day project operations with strong planning, progress tracking, and governance.
• Leadership & Team Management
  • Lead and support the Operations team to maintain high levels of performance and collaboration.
  • Foster a positive, safe, and high‑performing working environment.
• Commercial, Contractual & Financial Management
  • Ensure accurate resource planning and financial forecasting across all phases of the project.
  • Maintain contractual compliance and support commercial management in partnership with Quantity Surveyors.
  • Monitor budget performance and ensure effective cost control and value generation.
• Client & Stakeholder Engagement
  • Manage client expectations through proactive, transparent communication.
  • Act as a key point of contact for internal and external stakeholders.
• Risk Management
  • Identify, assess, and mitigate project risks to minimise impacts on programme, cost, and safety.
  • Promote strong risk‑reduction processes across the project team.

About You

• Demonstrable experience delivering major highways projects, ideally within the strategic road network or similar complex environments.
• Proven capability in managing multidisciplinary teams on large infrastructure schemes.
• Strong commercial awareness and a solid understanding of contract management.
• A proactive, solutions‑driven mindset and excellent communication skills.