Senior Project Manager

ZipRecruiter; Tamworth; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading project solutions firm in the UK seeks an experienced Project Manager to deliver complex water projects from conception to completion. The ideal candidate will manage project delivery, scope, budget, and quality. Candidates should have at least 5 years of experience in project management, with a focus on infrastructure or utilities, and a relevant degree. This is a full-time role that offers a competitive salary and opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years' experience in project management within infrastructure, utilities, or rail sectors.
• Proven track record of delivering projects with values exceeding £10 million.
• Professional membership of relevant institution (ICE, IET, CIOB, or equivalent).

Responsibilities

• Lead the end-to-end delivery of major water projects.
• Ensure projects are delivered on time and within budget.
• Maintain effective relationships with clients, contractors, and suppliers.

Skills

Leadership skills

ECC Contract management

Risk management

Financial control

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Recognised project management qualification

Tools

PRINCE2

PMI

APM

Job description

About Movar

At Movar, we understand that project delivery is getting increasingly complex. Since 2013, we’ve been helping companies of all sizes improve the way projects are delivered.

Our mission is to be the number one provider of innovative project solutions driven by a community of experienced, caring, and passionate project professionals all seeking to improve the way projects are delivered.

Our vision is to improve the lives of people everywhere through the delivery of projects. We provide a range of tailored services ranging from organisational systems implementation to project transformation and complete programme recovery.

We place our values in integrity, drive, empathy, adaptability and loyalty. We believe that when People, Systems and Processes are brought together in the right way the programme objectives will be met and the benefits to the business are maximised.

Why Join Movar?

Movar is in an exciting period of growth, and there’s never been a better time to be part of our journey. We’re building something special, scaling our business while staying true to our people-first approach.

At Movar, we invest in our teams, fostering an environment where development is valued and individuals are encouraged to grow with the company. Our unique culture sets us apart from other consulting practices and we are keen to build a team that is as ambitious as we are.

Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced Project Manager to lead and deliver complex water projects from conception through to completion. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing all aspects of project delivery including scope, schedule, budget, quality, risk, and stakeholder management. This role requires strong leadership skills, technical knowledge of infrastructure systems, and the ability to work within highly regulated environments while ensuring successful project outcomes for both clients and the organisation.

As a Senior Project Manager, you will have knowledge and experience in both pre and post-contract management in NEC 3 or NEC 4 ECC form and procurement within the UK water, environment, rail or nuclear sector. As a Senior Project Manager, you will have experience working with Early Contractor Involvement (ECI) and/or Early Subcontractor Involvement (ESI) in design and build major capital programmes.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the end-to-end delivery of major water projects
• Develop comprehensive project execution plans, schedules, and resource allocation strategies
• Ensuring project deliverables are aligned to client requirements and contractual obligations
• Coordinate design, procurement, construction, testing, and commissioning phases
• Ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to the required quality standards
• Build and lead multidisciplinary project teams
• Manage resource allocation and workload distribution across the project team
• Maintain effective relationships with clients, contractors, suppliers, and regulatory bodies
• Identify, assess, and manage project risks through comprehensive risk registers
• Collaborating payment valuations and certifying monthly payments under ECC and PSC (NEC4)
• Implement risk mitigation strategies and contingency plans
• Monitor project budgets and financial performance against approved baselines
• Manage cash flow forecasting and expenditure reporting
• Implement quality management systems and ensure adherence to project specifications

Key Competencies

• ECC Contract management and administration (client-side)
• Strong leadership skills with ability to inspire and motivate teams
• Excellent people management and conflict resolution abilities
• Understanding of infrastructure design principles and construction methodologies
• Understanding of regulatory frameworks and compliance obligations
• Proficiency in project management methodologies (PRINCE2, PMI, APM)
• Risk management and issue resolution capabilities
• Quality management and assurance expertise
• Understanding of commercial and contractual principles
• Budget management and financial control skills
• Cost management and value engineering capabilities
• Strong presentation and facilitation abilities
• Client relationship management expertise

Experience & Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years' experience in project management within infrastructure, utilities, or rail sectors
• Experience of NEC3/4 Option A, Option C & Option E
• Proven track record of delivering projects with values exceeding £10 million
• Experience managing multidisciplinary teams and complex stakeholder environments
• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or related technical discipline
• Recognised project management qualification (PRINCE2 Practitioner, PMP, or APM)
• Professional membership of relevant institution (ICE, IET, CIOB, or equivalent)
• If you\'re interested in this role and feel you have the skills and experience to exceed, please send your CV to [e-mail].