Contract Project Manager jobs in United Kingdom

Location: Site based North East Region

Joseph Gallagher is the leading UK based Civil Engineering & Tunnelling sub-contractor, growing significantly in the last 40+ years into an international business. We have an award-winning reputation, industry leading safety culture and have had the privilege to be a part of some of the most critical infrastructure projects taking place today.

1. Ensure the site is run in a safe and efficient manner that reflects the high standards that Joseph Gallagher Ltd are renowned for.
2. Ensure the commercial performance of the contract is maximised.
3. Produce procurement schedules and liaise with the procurement department to ensure sites have adequate resources to complete the tasks.
4. Continually forecast, keeping the team informed of forecasts and changes and managing the scope meticulously, so knowing the costs for unplanned construction work or resources and keeping that set-aside.
5. Report Risks and Opportunities to the senior management team.
6. Deliver the work to the specified quality without defects. Ensure production and implementation of Project Plans, RAMS, ITP’s and waste management plans, in line with Company procedures.
7. Ensure detailed site diaries/records are completed. Maintain commercial tension to drive out cost and challenge the status quo.

1. Experience of managing Tunnelling and Shaft projects within highly regulated environments in the UK. TBM is the main tunnelling work, so previous experience in this is required.
2. A broad civil background would be an advantage.
3. Proficient in NEC contracts, contract and change management.
4. Experienced in Design Management Programme & Risk Management, Production of CVR, including cost control, forecasting, and value assessment.
5. Degree/HNC in Civil Engineering, or equivalent.
6. SMSTS.
7. Ability to challenge designs and resolve problems to conclusion.
8. Ability to manage and deliver a successful project with minimal guidance.

Company Background
The Joseph Gallagher Group is a family-owned Civil Engineering business that delivers expertise whilst putting client satisfaction at the core of the business. Built on a personal reputation for honesty and quality, we understand the actions we take affect the communities and environments we operate in.

We're promoting a culture change within the industry and demonstrating initiatives to dramatically improve Health, Safety and Wellbeing. In 2014, we launched our award-winning cultural safety programme (LIFE) which is deeply embedded into the company’s DNA and core values.

We are a disability confident employer and we're committed to providing equal opportunities in employment. All individuals will be treated in a fair and equal manner and in accordance with the law regardless of gender, marital status, race, religion, colour, age, disability or sexual orientation.

We want to make our recruitment processes accessible to everyone, so if there is any way that we can support you to enable you to be the best you can, please contact the HR team at HR@josephgallagher.co.uk.