Project Manager Projects

Project Manager / Senior Project Manager

Sector Rail / Civil Engineering / Geotech

Location: Warrington North West
Business Unit: North West & Central Region

About the Role:

We are looking for an experienced Project Manager or Senior Project Manager to join our dynamic North West & Central CP7 team. You will focus on civil engineering and rail projects particularly bridge reconstructions and related structures and civils. In this role you will manage and lead the successful delivery of contracts by ensuring the project team is fully informed of contract requirements and constraints while identifying the necessary resources to meet contract objectives. Building positive relationships with all stakeholders is key to ensuring timely budgetconscious and highquality project delivery that exceeds client expectations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Project Lifecycle Involvement:Participate in all stages of projects from prequalifying and tendering through to delivery and handback.
• MultiProject Management:Oversee multiple projects simultaneously effectively delegating and prioritising tasks aligned with business objectives while providing guidance to project teams.
• Health Safety and Quality Policies:Fulfill responsibilities as defined in the Company Safety Health Environmental and Quality Policies ensuring compliance and safety onsite.
• Contract Management:Ensure project adherence to Terms and Conditions of the Contract and internal Policies and Procedures.
• Team Support:Ensure site teams are wellbriefed on contract requirements and equipped to meet objectives.
• Documentation Standards:Ensure that the Construction Phase Plan WPPs and Task Briefs are produced to a high standard for both selfdelivery and subcontracted work.
• Quality Assurance:Maintain the Contract Quality Plan and relevant Inspection and Test Plans to ensure safety and compliance.
• Site Induction:Ensure all site personnel receive suitable inductions.
• Contractor Coordination:Manage compliance and coordination of Client appointed Contractors and statutory authorities fulfilling CDM obligations.
• Subcontractor Management:Control subcontract resources to ensure safety quality and efficiency and hold regular meetings as necessary.
• Continuous Improvement:Promote a culture of continuous improvement and best practice among teams.
• SHEQ Inspections:Maintain projectspecific SHEQ inspections and documentation.
• Site Engagement:Conduct regular site inspections to involve both direct employees and subcontractors.
• Communication of Company Initiatives:Effectively communicate and implement company directives arranging briefings and workshops as needed.
• Monitoring and Reporting:Ensure projects are delivered on time and within budget while monitoring costs and updating the project Cost Plan collaboratively with the Commercial representative.
• Change Management:Identify and manage changes to contracts documenting variations appropriately.
• Management Reporting:Provide formal reports on contract progress to the Senior Management Team.
• Issue Management:Escalate unresolved issues to the Senior Management Team when necessary.
• Business Development:Proactively promote the companys capabilities and identify business development opportunities communicating them to relevant stakeholders.
• Documentation Preparation:Prepare early warning and change instruction documentation efficiently.

Requirements:

To be successful in this role candidates should possess:

• Experience:Previous role as a Senior Project Manager or a Project Manager ready to take on additional responsibilities in rail contracting particularly on civils and structures projects like bridge reconstructions and station enhancements. Some experience of Geotech works would be beneficial.
• Educational Background:Degree HNC or HND in Civil Engineering (or equivalent experience).
• Certifications:
  • PTS (Personal Track Safety)
  • SMSTS (Site Management Safety Training Scheme)
• Skills:Strong leadership communication and organisational skills with a proactive approach to problemsolving.

What We Offer:

In return for your expertise and commitment we provide:

• Competitive Salary:Negotiable based on experience
• Company Vehicle:Choice between a company car or car allowance
• Health Benefits:Private medical insurance
• Generous Holidays:25 days of annual leave plus bank holidays (increasing with service)
• Volunteer Opportunities:Up to 3 volunteer days
• Pension Scheme:Company contributory pension plan
• Life Insurance:Comprehensive life insurance coverage
• Health Cash Plan:Westfield Health Cash Plan and Westfield Rewards
• Employee Referral Scheme:Generous rewards for referring new employees
• Career Development:Robust support and a clear path for personal and professional growth

We aim to create a safe and engaging workplace with avenues for employee feedback and involvement.

Join Us:

If you are a dedicated and skilled Project Manager seeking to make a significant contribution within a growing and progressive company we want to hear from you! Apply now to be part of our exciting journey in rail and civil engineering.

Why AmcoGiffen
You will be joining a reputable and firmly established engineering contractor operating nationally in rail civils and engineering markets. AmcoGiffen are renowned in the market as a specialist civil building mechanical and electrical renewals and maintenance business with ongoing and successful projects and frameworks across the country you will become part of our expert outfit.

AmcoGiffen has a wealth of experience working on sensitive live assets in highly regulated environments we deliver exceptional peace of mind for our customers creating and maintaining assets across a growing range of highquality public and private sectors. These include rail power generation electricity distribution flood defence aviation waterways and much more.

Diversity & Inclusion at AmcoGiffen
We value collective expertise but also the spark that one person can bring. As one of us you can be you because your individuality is an asset to our business and the communities in which we work and represent.

We are working hard as part of the civil engineering and construction industry to improve diversity & inclusion. Our Diversity and inclusion journey at AmcoGiffen is constantly evolving and is designed to break down barriers and promote the principles of a diverse workforce through multiple channels. This includes delivering training raising awareness regular forums and sharing our engagement calendar of activities and events to encourage participation at all levels throughout our organisation.

Diversity & Inclusion is embodied throughout our SPIRIT core Business values and lies at the heart of our culture of Safety Professionalism Innovation Respect Integrity and Teamwork.

AmcoGiffen is an Equal Opportunities Employer offering challenging worthwhile careers to everyone and is proactively committed to improving our understanding year on year to foster a diverse and inclusive environment for all employees as well as for the customers and communities in which we serve and operate within. It doesnt matter to us what your age disability employment status gender health marital status sexual preference membership or nonmembership of a trade union nationality race religion or social class are or indeed any other personal characteristics not directly related to the relevant job. Anyone who meets the requirements of the job is eligible for employment with AmcoGiffen.

Health & Wellbeing
Operating from a people first perspective we support safety and wellbeing in the workplace as a priority. We have large number of colleagues that are trained and qualified mental health first aiders to support and listen where appropriate. We enrol all of the AmcoGiffen family onto an employee assistance programme which provides 24 hour 7 days a week counselling and advice services.

Is AmcoGiffen your next career challenge If so apply now!

For more information or to arrange a private and confidential discussion about AmcoGiffen career opportunities please contact our Recruitment Team:

Recruitment Manager