Project Manager

• Job Title: Project Manager
• Reports To: Senior Project Manager
• Location: Bridgwater
• Day Rate: DOE This is very competitive 
• Hours: 45 hrs/week, working 10-hour dayshift pattern Monday to Friday at the site location

Purpose

To have overall accountability for the successful delivery of elements of the mining/ tunnelling works, and temporary platform/services management relating to the construction of the Intake and Outfall tunnels at HPC. This includes initiation, planning, design coordination, delivery, and handover/close-out of the Tunnelling Works.

The Project Manager will:

• Provide management, leadership, and inspire a multi-disciplinary team to achieve a common goal.
• Determine the most appropriate means of satisfying customer/project requirements, objectives, and constraints, including time, cost, quality, scope, risk, and benefits.

Key Responsibilities:

• Produce Programme of Works and detailed schedules.
• Assist the team in developing construction methodology, SSHEQ procedures, RAMS, and ITPs.
• Secure suitable resources (Labour, Subcontractors, Plant, and Materials) to execute the work.
• Support the commercial team in developing forecast budgets and managing actual costs.
• Assess programme and productivity weekly, act where appropriate, and report any changes.
• Ensure handover information is prepared in readiness for completion.

Dimensions

Financial: £500m
Organisational: Direct reports include Agents, Sub Agents, Shift Managers, Section Engineers, and Engineers.

Interfaces

Internal: Section PMs, Construction Managers, Works Managers, Lift Team, TWK’s Team, Safety & Environmental, HR.
External: Client and Subcontractors.

Behaviours

• Talk Positively: Display passion and enthusiasm for the business, colleagues, and industry.
• Collaborate Relentlessly: Share ideas, build connections, and strengthen team relationships.
• Encourage Constantly: Empower, motivate, and inspire with effective feedback.
• Make a Difference: Positively impact outcomes, find solutions, and take responsibility.
• Value Everyone: Promote inclusivity, celebrate diversity, and respect individual perspectives.

Key Accountabilities

Governance

• Hold periodic project reviews (PRM).
• Ensure accurate project records are maintained.
• Prepare internal/external reports and liaise with stakeholders.

Analytical Thinking & Decision Making

• Apply effective scope, information, and configuration management principles.
• Ensure relevant information supports cost-effective and strategic decisions.
• Coordinate scope and package assignments for team collaboration.

Health, Safety & Environmental

• Maintain a relentless focus on Zero Harm and stay updated on legislative changes.
• Ensure safety and welfare of the public, employees, and supply chain.
• Conduct Safety & Environmental Tours and support incident investigations.
• Monitor and improve H&S Management Systems.

Resources & Development

• Develop, implement, and update resource allocation plans.

Leadership/Line Management

• Create team plans to achieve goals and aspirations.
• Develop high-performing teams, mentor, and empower members.

Risk, Issue & Opportunity

• Lead risk/opportunity reviews and update the Risk Register.
• Escalate unresolved issues appropriately.

Procurement & Supply Chain

• Manage subcontractors, monitor attendance/progress, and enforce contractual obligations.
• Align procurement plans with project schedules.

Quality

• Ensure work aligns with handover and certification requirements.
• Monitor KPIs and assurance activities, implementing corrective actions as needed.

Schedule

• Develop, review, and update resource-loaded schedules.
• Adopt productivity and project control techniques.
• Monitor progress through weekly meetings.

Commercial & Contract

• Ensure expenditure aligns with budget constraints.
• Identify cost recovery opportunities.
• Lead effective reporting routines and escalate issues as necessary.

Digital

• Advocate for consistent, reliable digital data for project delivery.
• Stay aware of Digital Group Minimum Standards and train team members as required.

Personal Qualities & Experience

Essential:

• Demonstrated success in Project Management for large-scale civil engineering projects.
• Comprehensive understanding of standard forms of contracts.
• Skilled in commercial/project management communications.
• Experience implementing safe systems of work.
• Effective verbal and written communication at all organizational levels.
• Proven ability to empower, influence, and inspire teams.
• Commercial awareness and cost control proficiency.
• Strong problem-solving and performance evaluation skills.
• Visionary leadership and the ability to share this vision with a team.

Desirable:

• Experience working on tunneling projects.
• Membership in a professional management body (e.g., APM).
• Current driving licence.

Qualifications

• Formal qualification (BSc/MSc) in management/construction or equivalent experience.
• APM PFQ/PMQ/PPQ.
• CSCS and SMSTS or equivalent.
• TSTS & TEEP certifications.

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 a Project Manager 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.