Civil Engineer​/Project Manager

Overview

Project Manager - Highways & Infrastructure – Edinburgh

First People Solutions is working with a well-established and highly respected consulting engineer that is seeking a Project Manager to join their team in Edinburgh.

Our client is a large, multidisciplinary engineering consultancy with a strong reputation for delivering innovative and sustainable solutions on complex projects across the UK. Their portfolio spans local and infrastructure, covering disciplines including geo-environmental, transportation, structures, renewables, and water services.

Due to growth, they are looking to appoint an experienced Project Manager to lead procurement and development activities on major highways and trunk road schemes.

• Take a leading role in managing the team through the procurement stages and development of major highways and trunk road projects.
• Manage the design team to prepare aspects of NEC-based contracts and ensure technical and contractual compliance across a range of highway and infrastructure schemes.
• A strong understanding of highway design and NEC contracts is essential.
• Prepare and draft NEC contracts, including NEC4 Engineering and Construction Contract (ECC), Professional Services Contract (PSC), and Term Service Contract (TSC).
• Develop and manage Contract Data Parts 1 and 2.
• Draft and manage Z Clauses in line with highways authority requirements.
• Support tender evaluation processes and contract award activities.
• Ensure all contracts and deliverables align with highways authority standards, including DMRB where applicable.
• Coordinate closely with design, construction, and asset management teams.

• Degree in Civil Engineering or equivalent
• NEC accreditation and/or strong experience working with NEC contracts
• Proven experience in the design and procurement of highways or major infrastructure projects/schemes

• Competitive salary
• Excellent employee benefits and career development
• Work on a diverse and significant range of projects
• Be part of a collaborative, flexible and partner led work environment

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