Senior Highways Project Manager

Senior Project & Programme Manager - Car Park & Highway Design Team
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Senior Project & Programme Manager to lead the delivery of a portfolio of retail-focused infrastructure projects, specialising in car park and highway design schemes.
This is a highly client-facing role requiring strong commercial awareness, financial management expertise, and proven experience managing complex projects from inception through to completion.
The successful candidate will take ownership of multiple programmes, overseeing budgets, contracts, consultants, contractors, and stakeholders to ensure projects are delivered safely, efficiently, and to the highest standards.
This role would suit an experienced Project or Programme Manager who thrives in a commercially focused environment, enjoys building strong client relationships, and has a track record of delivering successful infrastructure projects.
Key Responsibilities
·Lead the end-to-end delivery of multiple car park and highway projects, from feasibility and design through to construction, handover, and post-project review.
·Act as the primary point of contact for clients, building strong relationships through effective communication and consistent project delivery.
·Develop and manage project and programme budgets, including forecasting, cost tracking, and financial reporting.
·Monitor financial performance, identify risks and variances, and implement cost control measures.
·Manage contracts, procurement processes, consultant appointments, and supplier performance.
·Ensure projects deliver value for money while maintaining quality, programme, and compliance requirements.
·Coordinate internal teams, external consultants, and contractors to achieve project objectives.
·Manage project risks proactively and implement mitigation strategies.
·Prepare clear progress reports, financial updates, and performance information for clients and senior stakeholders.
·Drive continuous improvement across project delivery processes.
About You
You will be an experienced Project or Programme Manager with strong commercial and client management skills.
You will have the ability to balance programme, cost, quality, and stakeholder expectations while maintaining a focus on successful project outcomes.
You should demonstrate:
·Strong leadership and decision-making abilities.
·Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
·A commercially focused approach with experience managing budgets and contracts.
·A proactive mindset with strong attention to detail.
·The ability to manage multiple projects and competing priorities effectively.
·A commitment to delivering high-quality results and exceeding client expectations.
Essential Requirements
·Proven experience in project and programme management.
·Strong financial and commercial management experience, including:
oBudget control
oCost forecasting
oFinancial reporting
oContract administration
·Excellent client-facing and stakeholder management skills.
·Experience managing infrastructure, construction, highways, or similar projects.
·Knowledge of car park and highway design principles.
·Strong IT skills, particularly Microsoft Office and Excel.
·Ability to interpret and understand 2D technical drawings.
·Understanding of CDM Regulations.
·Full UK driving licence and ability to travel nationally.
Desirable Experience
·Degree, HNC, HND, or equivalent qualification in a relevant discipline.
·CSCS Black, Gold, or White Card (or working towards).
·SMSTS qualification.
·Asbestos Awareness training.
·Current knowledge of health and safety legislation.
·Chartered membership or working towards professional accreditation with a relevant institution.
·Experience delivering retail or customer-facing construction projects.
What Success Looks Like
·Projects delivered safely, on time, within budget, and to agreed scope.
·Strong financial performance and effective cost control across programmes.
·Improved efficiencies identified and delivered without compromising quality.
·High levels of client satisfaction and repeat business.
·Clear and accurate reporting throughout the project lifecycle.
What's on Offer
·Competitive salary package (£48,000 - £62,000 depending on experience).
·Car allowance.
·Opportunity to take ownership of high-profile infrastructure programmes.
·Career progression and professional development opportunities.
·Training support and professional membership fees covered.
·25 days holiday plus bank holidays.
·Office closure over the Christmas period.
·Additional day's holiday for your birthday.
·Option to purchase additional annual leave.
·Pension scheme.
·Health and wellbeing support, including employee assistance services and retail discounts.
·Life insurance cover (three times salary).
·Wellness programme.
·Cycle to Work Scheme.
·Technology purchase scheme.
·On-site parking.
Based in Huddersfield, with regular travel required across the UK.
If you are an experienced Senior Project & Programme Manager looking for a commercially focused role with responsibility for delivering complex highway and infrastructure projects, this opportunity offers the chance to take ownership of major programmes while developing your career within a growing consultancy environment
Only candidates based in UK and eligible to work in UK are allowed