Project Manager

Deliver complex water infrastructure projects from concept to commissioning, driving safety, performance and delivery excellence.

Our Client has a requirement for a Project Manager, who will be required to work on a contract basis in Warrington.

Role Purpose:

• Support the delivery of planned work across a regional water programme
• Develop and maintain strong working relationships with operational personnel, supply chain partners and wider enterprise partners
• Deliver either a major project or a portfolio of smaller projects across the water sector

Job Role Responsibilities:

• Leadership, line management and development of site teams
• Provide whole life oversight and accountability for the successful completion of projects and services, through design, procurement, assembly, commissioning, and handover
• Ensure the supply chain remains compliant with the framework management plan
• Provide leadership to create a strong safety culture to achieve Zero LTI and RIDDOR incidents
• Maintain a commercial focus, challenging project scope and selecting efficient delivery strategies
• Ensure stakeholders are engaged at both strategic and operational levels and are supportive of project delivery and impacts
• Ensure consistent and reliable reporting of project and service performance
• Identify key project and programme risks early and ensure mitigation measures are implemented

Experience / Skills / Knowledge / Qualifications:

• Proven experience managing multidisciplinary projects including Civils and MEICA (preferably within the water sector)
• Strong track record in the delivery of project programmes
• Knowledge and understanding of construction contract law and forms of contract gained through experience and formal training
• Ability to build trusted relationships with key client stakeholders, internal teams and framework partners
• Strong IT skills including MS Word, Excel, document control systems and Primavera software
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Relevant CSCS card
• HNC/HND or Degree in a relevant engineering discipline
• SMSTS qualification

Company Information

At First Recruitment Group we understand just how important it is to secure the right people. That is why our Recruitment Consultants always take the time to understand requirements in detail and offer sound advice to both clients and candidates. We actively recruit at all levels and this is a superb opportunity for Project Managers looking for new employment.

As part of putting people first, we strive to be an equal opportunities employer and we are always looking to increase the diversity of our workforce, working closely with our clients to ensure everyone is included.