Rail Civil Project Manager

Are you a Project Manager, Site Manager or Construction Manager with experience delivering minor civils or infrastructure works?

Job Title:

Civil Project Manager

Location:

Exeter / South West - Predominantly site-based with occasional office / home-working.
Rate: £400-£500/day Outside IR35

Contract:

Long-Term Contract

Start Date:

ASAP - Immediate Start Preferred
We are currently looking for a Project Manager to join a long-term Network Rail fencing contract, covering the Western region from Weston-super-Mare to Penzance.
The role is highly process-driven, managing multiple fencing projects from cradle to grave - including access, labour, materials, programming, client liaison, delivery and handover.
Where you will add value:

· Manage a workbank of approximately 50 projects per year

· Develop programmes and delivery schedules

· Coordinate 2-3 fencing teams across multiple sites

· Manage works from initial planning through to completion and client handover

· Plan labour, order materials and ensure teams have the correct paperwork and equipment

· Manage client and stakeholder relationships

· Coordinate third-party access, ecology, ground conditions, weather and equipment requirements

· Monitor progress, deal with changes and react to issues or emergencies

· Complete handovers, manage snags and ensure works are delivered safely and to the required standard
To succeed in this role, you will need:

· Project Management or Senior Construction Management experience

· Experience with in minor civils infrastructure within rail would be beneficial

· Strong organisational and multitasking skills

· Ability to manage multiple projects and teams simultaneously

· Good client and stakeholder management skills

· Understanding of working within a structured framework or contract environment

· Rail experience is beneficial but deep rail engineering or fencing experience is not essential

· PTS can be provided; CSCS is desirable but not essential
Why this contract stands out:

· Long-term opportunity on a 6-year Network Rail contract

· Potential to continue for the duration of the framework for the right contractor

· Predominantly site-based across the South West, with 1 day per week available for admin/home working

· Opportunity to take ownership of a substantial, multi-million-pound workbank.

· Strong fit for a Construction Manager looking to step into Project Management

· One-stage Teams interview process

· Immediate start preferred to allow for a full handover before Christmas
If you're a Project Manager or Construction Manager with relevant infrastructure experience and are looking for a long-term contract in the South West, get in touch for a confidential discussion