Contract Project Manager jobs in United Kingdom

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We are seeking an experienced Project Controls Manager with strong project management, planning, scheduling, cost management, and risk management skills. The ideal candidate will have excellent leadership and communication abilities.

• Coordinate and manage multiple projects.
• Develop and manage project budgets and cost controls.
• Identify and mitigate project risks.
• Lead and motivate project control teams.
• Manage relationships with clients, contractors, and senior management.
• Present complex information clearly to stakeholders.
• Analyze project data for actionable insights.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards and regulations.
• Manage changes in project scope, schedule, and budget.

What you can bring:

• Bachelor's degree in engineering, Construction Management, Project Management, or related field (Master's or MBA).
• PMP, PRINCE2 Practitioner, or equivalent certification.
• Experience in project controls and managerial role.
• Proficiency in project controls software (Primavera P6, MS Project).
• Advanced MS Excel skills.
• Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Strategic thinking and attention to detail.
• Adaptability and high ethical standards.
• Commitment to continuous improvement.

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Our Infrastructure team uses innovation, new approaches and the power of data to help our clients deliver end-to-end projects and programmes for essential future infrastructure. And as the work becomes ever more complex, our employees continue to challenge the status quo.

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