Quick overview
Job description
Project Manager – Water
Manchester | Up to £80,000 | Car or car allowance
An established civil engineering contractor is recruiting a Project Manager to lead water and wastewater infrastructure works. You'll manage projects from mobilisation to handover, coordinating site teams, designers, commercial colleagues, subcontractors and the client.
What you'll do
Agree delivery plans, resources and milestones, and review progress against the programme and budget.
Lead site management teams and make sure safe systems of work, risk assessments and method statements are in place and reviewed.
Coordinate design information, procurement and subcontract packages so the site has what it needs to deliver.
Work with commercial colleagues on forecasts, early warnings, changes and client reporting under NEC contracts.
Resolve issues affecting delivery, monitor inspection and test records, and make sure handover requirements are met.
What you'll bring
Experience managing civil engineering delivery in water or wastewater, ideally on framework projects.
Practical knowledge of works such as excavation, groundworks, drainage or reinforced concrete.
A construction-related HNC, HND or degree, five-day SMSTS and a minimum Gold CSCS card.
A good understanding of NEC contracts and experience managing programmes, budgets and subcontractors.
A full driving licence.
How to apply
Apply with your CV for a confidential conversation about the role.
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