Project Manager - Schemes - Highways

Our client is seeking a Project Manager to support the successful delivery of a portfolio of highway and civil engineering schemes across the South West. Based in either Bristol or Exeter, this permanent role will involve managing projects within a five-year rolling capital programme, ensuring high standards of governance, quality, health and safety, technical compliance and delivery performance.

Key Responsibilities:

Manage the planning and delivery of multiple highway and civil engineering projects within the regional capital programme
Develop collaborative relationships with regional management teams, delivery managers, stakeholders, suppliers and internal teams
Oversee external contractors and consultants, ensuring compliance with contractual, technical, safety and quality requirements
Manage programme performance, financial reporting and capital expenditure budgets across the project portfolio
Apply effective contract management practices, including oversight of NEC4 contracts
Identify and manage risks, issues, dependencies and constraints, leading the development of appropriate solutions
Maintain effective communication with communities, stakeholders, transport operators, road users and businesses
Prepare project business cases, report on delivery performance and implement continuous improvement initiatives

Job Requirements:

Recognised qualification in a relevant engineering discipline or significant experience delivering civil engineering projects and portfolios
Proven project and portfolio management experience within the highways, construction or infrastructure sector
Understanding of programme management, financial control, risk management and project governance
Experience in contract management, with specific knowledge of NEC4 forms of contract
Good understanding of relevant legislation, technical standards and construction practices
Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills
Ability to develop business cases, resolve complex issues and achieve agreed project outcomes
Project or programme management qualifications such as APM, PRINCE2 or MSP would be advantageous

Benefits:

Permanent opportunity within the highways and infrastructure sector
Opportunity to manage a varied portfolio of strategically important highway schemes
Professional development and support for relevant project management qualifications
Collaborative working environment with internal teams, contractors and industry stakeholders
Opportunity to contribute to continuous improvement across major infrastructure projects
If you are an experienced Project Manager with a background in highways, civil engineering or infrastructure delivery, this is an excellent opportunity to support major schemes across the South West. Apply now to progress your career in a key project management role based in Bristol or Exeter
Only candidates based in UK and eligible to work in UK are allowed