Project Manager - Civils / Highways

A great opportunity has arisen at a dedicated, high-quality consultancy specialising in a range of construction industry sectors.  Services include Highways Engineering and Programme Management.

Job Description:

• Planning, design, construction, operation, and maintenance of roads and car parks to ensure safe and cost-effective transportation of people and goods for a varying client base.
• The management of all aspects of the project from start to finish; planning, design, construction, operation, and maintenance of various projects working to a series of predetermined goals and objectives always with the client’s requirements in mind.
• Looking at all areas of development, from inception to delivery, of various Construction / Retail related projects around the UK.
• Communication across all levels of management, to develop and establish a brief for the project that clearly defines all objectives.
• Setting of measurable objectives and timelines within the projects; and managing other consultant disciplines and contractors to ensure deliver to cost, time and quality standards.
• Maintain records and work folders – ensuring all work is checked and appropriately approved for distribution.
• Managing of all retail construction / redevelopment projects in a live environment.
• Chair meetings, both internally and externally to capture actions and ensure these are closed out.
• Working with other cost management consultants and contractors is required to ensure timely completion within budget and timelines.
• Operate under own initiative and share ideas for making process improvements.
• Deliver consistently high-quality work within budget constraints to meet our customer expectations and business needs.
• Show confidence to challenge bad practice.
• Consider the conflicting needs of the client, stakeholders, and the client’s customers and colleagues in all decisions.
• Deliver high quality work to exceed customer expectations.
• Effective and timely communications with clients and contractors.
• Work collaboratively with all colleagues and contractors to deliver operational excellence.
• Maintain professional and effective working relationships with our clients and contractors to deliver operational excellence.

• Educated to degree/HNC/HND or equivalent in Civil Engineering / Construction Project Management.
• Full driving license and own car with ability to travel within the UK.
• CSCS card - Black/gold/white (or possess the qualifications to achieve).
• Knowledge of highway design standards.
• Experience of using AutoCAD.
• Ability to read and understand 2D drawings.
• Project management experience.
• Strong IT skills, in particular Excel.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Excellent time management skills.
• Pro-active and self motivated.
• Base understanding of CDM regulations.
• Critical thinking and problem solving
• Pro-active and self-motivated
• Presentation and reporting skills  
• Working with retail clients / Managing retail construction / redevelopment
• SMSTS 
• CDM awareness training.
• Asbestos Awareness training.
• Up to date knowledge on H&S legislation 
• CAD skills and ability to work with other Engineers to undertake all technical aspects required for project delivery