Assistant Project Manager jobs in United States

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NEC4 Project Manager (Roads & Bridges)

Location: Edinburgh, Glasgow

Type: Contract, Permanent, Salaried

Salary: Dependent on experience, skills and location

An introduction to our unique company...

Waterman Aspen welcomes engineers and technical specialists to make their mark by working on some of the biggest infrastructure projects or in delivering professional services across the UK. We specialise in secondment services, providing the right people, with the right skills for the job, at the right time. Our diverse client base includes local authorities, consultancies, public bodies and construction companies.

We take pride in supporting our colleagues throughout their careers. We're a people-centric organisation, placing mutual respect and dignity in the highest regard. This is reflected in our approach to issues such as mental health and wellbeing, family friendly policies, social value, and net zero. We're a Disability Confident Employer and an accredited Real Living Wage Employer.

We have big ambitions for the future, and we'd love for you to be part of it.

Your career with Waterman Aspen...

Joining Waterman Aspen as a Project Manager will see you as a key member of the Scotland team and you can expect:

• A varied client base where you can apply and develop your skills
• Buy-in from clients to assist in your technical progression
• Further exposure to your chosen industry - increasing your awareness, knowledge and sharpening your skills
• The flexibility to broaden your horizons with each new secondment, without changing your employer
• Career development and training to reach your professional or academic qualification goals supported by our own network of mentors and managers
• Paid subscription to a professional body of your choice
• Regular social events and volunteering opportunities

Experience required...

Essential:

• Experience within the UK Civil Engineering industry - typically 5 to 8 years
• Educated to degree level (or equivalent) in a related subject
• Possess a current and valid NEC4 Project Manager Accreditation.
• Able to manage all aspects of the NEC4 contract, including risk management, change control, and dispute resolution
• Have demonstrable experience in managing roads and bridges projects.
• Communicate effectively with stakeholders, including clients, contractors, and local authorities.
• Proven ability to manage project budgets and schedules effectively.
• Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent knowledge of relevant legislation and regulations.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant health, safety, and environmental regulations.
• Monitor project progress and reporting regularly to senior management.
• Identify and mitigate potential risks and challenges
• A full UK driving licence

You'll get this and so much more...

As a salaried colleague, you'll receive a salary in line with your experience, skills, and location along with an industry-leading benefits package:

• Company car or car allowance
• Contribution to commuting mileage
• Permanent health insurance
• 25 days annual leave (option to buy up to 5 more), in addition to the normal public holidays (based on a 40 hour week, pro rata for part-time colleagues)
• Company pension contribution
• Salary sacrifice to buy additional benefits
• 1 paid Waterman Aspen in the Community Day to volunteer in your local community