Senior Project Manager

Parkside; East Midlands; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established infrastructure consultancy is seeking a Senior Project Manager to lead pre-construction projects in the East Midlands. The role involves managing multiple projects, ensuring compliance with standards, and mentoring project staff. The ideal candidate will have a relevant degree, strong leadership, and decision-making skills. Benefits include competitive salary, hybrid working, employee discounts, and career development opportunities.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Hybrid working

Employee discounts and benefits

Additional leave allowance

Free on-site parking

Ongoing career development opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience in highways or civil engineering is preferred.
• Full UK driving license is required.
• Knowledge of statutory procedures and consultation processes.

Responsibilities

• Lead the pre-construction stage of multiple projects.
• Ensure compliance with legislation and standards.
• Oversee and mentor project staff.
• Promote collaboration and effective workflow management.
• Represent the company as an expert witness.

Skills

Leadership

Problem-solving

Decision-making

Project management software proficiency

Understanding of data management systems

Education

Degree in Project Management, Civil Engineering, or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Senior Project Manager Pre-Construction

An established infrastructure and design consultancy is seeking Senior Project Managers with experience in pre-construction to join their growing Project Delivery team. Experience with NEC4 contracts would be an advantage.

This is an exciting opportunity to lead projects that directly impact local communities, focusing on the design, improvement, and delivery of sustainable infrastructure and transport solutions.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the pre-construction stage of multiple infrastructure and engineering projects, ensuring time, cost, and quality targets are achieved.
• Provide specialist project management input during pre-construction, ensuring compliance with legislation, policies, and standards.
• Oversee and mentor project staff, supporting technical development and maintaining performance standards.
• Promote collaboration across the business to ensure effective resourcing and workflow management.
• Represent the company as an expert witness when required.

About You

• Degree in Project Management, Civil Engineering, or a related field, with experience in highways or civil engineering.
• Strong leadership, decision-making, and problem-solving skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and project management software, with an understanding of data management systems.
• Knowledge of land acquisition, statutory procedures, consultation, contract management, and funding bids.
• A proactive, motivated individual with strong delivery focus.
• A full UK driving licence is required.

What’s on Offer

• Competitive salary
• Hybrid working
• Employee discounts and benefits
• Additional leave allowance
• Free on-site parking
• Ongoing career development opportunities