Project Coordinator jobs in United Kingdom

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We're looking for passionate Project or Senior Project Managers with Transmission and Distribution experience, to join our growing Infrastructure Project Management team in the UK. Based in one of our hub offices which are located across the UK, with flexible hybrid working, you'll have the chance to lead transformative projects across the country. This is an opportunity to work with our key clients on the cutting edge of energy innovation, while benefiting from AECOM's global expertise and diverse career pathways.

Responsibilities

• Lead the successful delivery of multi-disciplinary Transmission, Distribution and Power Systems projects.
• Client-side project management, including stakeholder, H&S, risk, quality, schedule, and contract management
• Ensure projects and commissions are delivered to the satisfaction of the client for quality, cost, and time
• Support and manage the project team ensuring appropriate resources are provided on projects, meeting the client and business requirements
• Actively manage subcontractors and resources remote from the core project team
• Develop strong relationships with clients and members of the cross-functional team
• Support business development opportunities with existing and new clients

About AECOM

AECOM is the world's trusted infrastructure consulting firm, delivering professional services throughout the project lifecycle - from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. Our teams work across transportation, buildings, water, new energy and the environment, delivering solutions that solve complex challenges. We are a Fortune 500 firm and we emphasise equity, diversity and inclusion, and environmental, social and governance priorities.

Freedom to Grow in a World of Opportunity

You will have the flexibility you need to do your best work with hybrid work options. Whether you're in an AECOM office, remote location or at a client site, you will be in a dynamic environment that values integrity, entrepreneurial spirit and a pioneering mindset.

You will help foster a safe and respectful workplace, where everyone brings their whole selves to work using their unique talents, backgrounds and expertise to create transformational outcomes for clients.

AECOM provides a wide array of compensation, benefits and well-being programs to meet the diverse needs of our employees and their families. We are a global, publicly traded firm and your growth and success are ours too.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in each person's potential and will help you reach yours.

Ready to push the limits of what's possible?

Here's what we're looking for:

• Experience of working within a client organisation, either directly or through a co-location/secondment arrangement.
• Practitioner of NEC suite of contracts, particularly the Professional Services Contract (PSC) and Engineering and Construction Contract (ECC)
• Experience of working as part of integrated, multi-organisation, collaborative teams
• Infrastructure and project management experience, delivering complex projects
• Excellent communication and organisational skills
• Highly motivated with an excellent industry network
• Relationship-building skills and the ability to build strong relationships with clients, teams, and stakeholders
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
• A team player with a can-do attitude, outgoing, polite, patient, diplomatic, personable, respectful and flexible
• Experience of working with NGET business processes, supplier requirements, and national development process 500
• Experience of working on projects in Substations, Over Head Lines, and Cables 33kV - 400kV with DNO or TO
• Understanding of the UK Transmission and Distribution System along with associated plan and equipment
• Good understanding of CDM regulations
• Project Management Proficiency: familiarity with planning, scheduling, communication, teamwork, resource management, and risk management
• Engagement in continuous professional development, including pursuing qualifications such as those offered by the Association for Project Management (APM) or other recognised bodies
• Stakeholder Engagement: ability to effectively communicate with internal teams, contractors, and the public
• Technical Knowledge related to electricity transmission and distribution
• Safety and Compliance: commitment to health, safety and environmental standards
• Financial Acumen: skills in budget management and financial oversight
• Leadership and Team Development: ability to lead project teams and support professional growth
• Adaptability and Problem-Solving
• Strategic Thinking: understanding of broader strategic goals in energy transmission and distribution

Minimum Qualifications

• Minimum of two years' project management experience
• A project management qualification such as PRINCE2 or APM
• A relevant degree (engineering, environmental science, construction, or relevant subject)
• Strong history in both NEC contracts (NEC3/NEC4) and project management
• Member of a related professional body, preferably chartered

If you're passionate about innovation and turning bold ideas into reality, AECOM welcomes you. Join our team and help uplift communities and enhance lives.

Additional Information

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We celebrate diversity, including neurodiversity, and welcome applications from all backgrounds and abilities. If you are an applicant with a disability and require reasonable accommodation to complete the application process, please contact us at ReasonableAccommodations@aecom.com. All information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Disability Confident Employer: we offer an interview to applicants who have a disability or long-term condition, who meet the minimum/essential criteria for the role. Please let us know if you would like to apply through the Disability Confident Interview Scheme.