Project Manager - MECIA

Project Manager - MEICA - Civil Engineering

Covering multiple sectors in the civil engineering industry, our client is a highly respected and leading Tier 1 contractor. Whilst there is UK and international presence their busiest region is London and the Southeast. Having secured a number of major frameworks and highly specialist standalone projects there is now a need to increase their project management team. They focus is to expanded on their MEICA delivery capability. Although they have an established MEICA team the new project awards have created a need for the business to invest in this side of the business to expand their current team at the key leadership level.

Position – Project Manager (MEICA)

Location – London

Package - Negotiable

Overview

• Take ownership of projects from initial mobilisation through to practical completion and handover.

• Establish clear delivery plans and ensure construction activities are properly planned and coordinated.

• Manage project programmes, short-term planning and sequencing of works.

• Monitor progress and take proactive action where programme or delivery issues arise.

• Coordinate the activities of site teams, subcontractors, consultants and specialist contractors.

• Manage the procurement and appointment of subcontractors and monitor their performance throughout the works.

• Work closely with design teams to ensure information, approvals and technical requirements are in place ahead of construction.

• Maintain effective communication with clients and other stakeholders throughout the project.

• Manage interfaces between construction activities and the ongoing operation of the port.

• Ensure projects are delivered in accordance with company procedures and all relevant health, safety and environmental standards.

• Maintain appropriate quality control, inspection and project documentation.

• Monitor commercial performance and work alongside the commercial team to manage costs, risks and contractual matters.

• Identify potential project issues at an early stage and implement appropriate mitigation.

• Lead the project through testing, completion and final handover.

• Provide regular updates on progress, programme, risks and key project issues.

Requirements

• A proven track record working as a Project Manager within civil engineering or construction.

• Experience managing projects in a challenging operational environment.

• A strong understanding of construction planning, programme management and project delivery.

• Experience managing subcontractors and multidisciplinary teams.

• Good knowledge of UK construction health and safety legislation

• Commercially aware, with experience working alongside commercial and quantity surveying teams.

• Confident dealing with clients, consultants, subcontractors and operational stakeholders.

• Strong communication, leadership and organisational skills.

• The ability to manage multiple priorities and make effective decisions in a fast-moving environment.

• A relevant qualification in Civil Engineering, Construction or a related discipline, such as a degree, HNC or HND or equivalent would be advantageous.

• Equivalent practical experience will also be considered