Senior Project Manager

TN United Kingdom; Oxford; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Project Manager to lead infrastructure projects in Oxfordshire. This role involves managing multiple projects, ensuring compliance with health and safety standards, and delivering results that meet client expectations. You will be part of a dynamic team focused on excellence and innovation in civil engineering, with opportunities for career growth and development. The company values well-being and offers a range of benefits, including generous holiday entitlement and professional development programs. If you are passionate about infrastructure and ready to make an impact, we want to hear from you!

Benefits

Generous holiday entitlement

Corporate discounts

Cycle to Work schemes

Share purchase schemes

Private medical options

Paid professional memberships

Qualifications

• Proven experience in project management, particularly in civil engineering.
• Strong understanding of NEC contracts and health & safety regulations.

Responsibilities

• Manage project delivery outputs and ensure compliance with regulations.
• Lead project teams and interact with senior client representatives.

Skills

Project Management

NEC Contract Knowledge

Health & Safety Compliance

Team Leadership

Communication Skills

Time Management

Decision-Making

Education

ONC/HNC/NVQ or equivalent

Relevant HNC or Degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

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Note for Recruitment Agencies:
We prefer to hire directly and will contact our PSL Agencies if this role is eligible for release.

We do not accept speculative CVs from agencies. If sent, no fee will be applicable – please direct all queries to the relevant Resourcing Partner.

Location - Oxfordshire

What you will be doing:

An opportunity has arisen for a Senior Project Manager to join Galliford Try.

You will work on our Infrastructure project and frameworks. Ideally, you will be based locally, although we are open to subsidising relocation.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Manage project delivery outputs including programme, financials, health & safety, environmental performance, and progress for all schemes.
2. Manage staff at various levels, providing leadership, staff development, retention, recruitment, and mentoring.
3. Interact professionally with senior client representatives.
4. Understand NEC contract conditions and possess commercial awareness.
5. Manage multiple projects across the Framework, ensuring delivery against KPIs and PIs.
6. Ensure projects comply with Health & Safety, CDM, and environmental regulations.
7. Review/subcontractor RAMS, Impact Assessments, and environmental legislation.
8. Ensure compliance with company safety, environmental, and quality systems.
9. Liaise with clients to meet or exceed KPIs within budget.
10. Manage project teams with clear objectives and responsibilities.
11. Assist Regional Manager with resource utilisation.
12. Oversee financial performance, profit/loss of projects.
13. Produce performance reports and participate in reviews.
14. Ensure compliance with commercial and financial procedures.
15. Handle price variations and final accounts.
16. Prepare estimates, quotations, and vet tenders.
17. Develop and maintain detailed project programmes.
18. Coordinate with tendering, design, and other departments.
19. Lead in developing new opportunities and pre-construction tenders.
20. Coordinate with suppliers, subcontractors, and teams.
21. Ensure timely procurement of resources.
22. Manage testing, commissioning, and client training.
23. Attend meetings and site visits.
24. Ensure contract documentation is completed per client specs and closeout timescales.

About You:

• Industry applicable ONC/HNC/NVQ or equivalent.
• IOSH or CITB SMSTS certification.
• CSCS card.
• Experience with NEC contracts.
• Experience in water/sewage industries.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office.
• Team player with ability to work independently.
• Good time management and prioritisation skills.
• Ability to work under pressure.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Proactive attitude and team support.
• Decision-making skills for project success.

You should also demonstrate:

• Alignment with company values and culture.
• Organisation, professionalism, and a passion for excellence.
• Resilience, influence, and relationship-building skills.
• Customer service commitment, enthusiasm, and teamwork.
• Self-motivation and adaptability.

We seek passionate individuals eager to deliver excellence. If you have civil engineering experience, especially in highways, and can motivate and manage site subcontractors safely, we want to hear from you. A relevant HNC or degree, valid CSCS, and a proactive approach are essential. Call us today!

What We Can Offer in Return:

Join a leading contractor with a strong order book, working on exciting UK projects, offering stability and career growth. Be part of diverse, high-performing teams committed to excellence. We have growth ambitions and value committed, talented, and enthusiastic people.

We prioritize wellbeing through our ‘Be Well’ programme, offering discounts, advice, and support. We invest in training and career development through tailored programmes and leadership initiatives. Our Agile Working programme offers flexibility to balance work and life.

Our benefits include:

• Generous holiday entitlement, increasing with service, plus holiday purchase options.
• Corporate discounts.
• Cycle to Work schemes.
• Share purchase schemes.
• Private medical options and support programmes.
• Paid professional memberships.

About us:

Our Infrastructure division has grown significantly, working with National Highways and local authorities on major road projects, contributing to UK infrastructure and establishing leadership in the Highways sector.

Our purpose is to improve lives through infrastructure, offering growth opportunities, working sustainably, and maintaining integrity and collaboration with stakeholders.

For more info or to explore other roles in our Highways business, contact Abby Whitbread.

Additional Information:

We support flexible working and encourage applications from diverse candidates. Please inform us of any requirements to make your application positive. If you don’t meet every qualification, we still encourage you to apply, as you might be the right fit for this or other roles.