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Project Manager

Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited
Posted a day ago, valid for 22 days
Location

Ipswich, Suffolk IP15BH, England

Salary

£24,000 - £28,800 per annum

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Contract type

Full Time

Retirement Plan
Life Insurance

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  • A leading Civil Engineering contractor based in Suffolk is seeking a Project Manager to oversee Roads and Highways infrastructure projects in Suffolk and Essex.
  • The ideal candidate should have experience with a main contractor, preferably on highways/road schemes, and be a qualified Project Manager with relevant industry qualifications.
  • The role involves managing site staff, preparing work programmes, monitoring budgets, and ensuring the timely completion of contracts.
  • The position offers a salary of £45,000 to £55,000, depending on experience, along with benefits such as a pension scheme, life assurance, and 25 days of holiday plus bank holidays.
  • Candidates must have a minimum of 5 years of relevant experience and possess an up-to-date SMSTS qualification and appropriate CSCS card.

Your new companyA leading Civil Engineering contractor based in Suffolk, but operating throughout the UK. They deliver high-quality civil engineering projects in various sectors including highways, bridges, infrastructure, flood defence, energy, and rail.Your new roleWe are actively seeking a Project Manager to lead Roads and Highways infrastructure projects in Suffolk and Essex within the East of England.

  • Manage site staff, operatives, and subcontractors.
  • Prepare and monitor work programmes.
  • Provide method statements, hazard risk assessments, and project management plans.
  • Understand tender allowances and monitor contract losses against agreed budgets.
  • Foster good relations and maintain a strong reputation with clients.
  • Coordinate design management.
  • Assess and engage subcontractors.
  • Ensure timely and profitable completion of contracts.
  • Supervise, mentor, and assist in the career development of junior staff.

What you'll need to succeed

  • Have experience with a main contractor, preferably on highways/road schemes.
  • Be a team player with excellent communication and people skills.
  • Possess the ability to manage people, adapt to change, and delegate tasks effectively.
  • Have prior experience as a Project Manager.
  • Hold a relevant industry qualification (HND/HNC/B.Eng.) or equivalent.
  • Have an up-to-date SMSTS qualification and an appropriate CSCS card.
  • Possess a First Aid at Work qualification (desirable).
  • Be eligible to work in the UK.

What you'll get in return

  • Pension Scheme
  • Life Assurance:
  • Company Car or Car Allowance.
  • Holiday Entitlement: 25 days plus bank holidays.
  • Early Finish Fridays: Leave work early every Friday.
  • Extensive Training Programmes.
  • Cycle-to-Work Scheme.
  • Employee Benefits Platform & Assistance Programme.
  • Supportive Work Environment: We genuinely want to help you progress in your career.

What you need to do nowIf you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.

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