Project Manager | Devon

Newton Abbot, Devon | £45,000-£55,000 DOE + Bonus + Pension + Benefits

Project managing specialist civil engineering and construction projects for an established, growing engineering consultancy and contractor based near Newton Abbot, Devon.

This innovative business delivers technically interesting civil, structural and environmental infrastructure projects across the UK and internationally. With a reputation for engineering excellence, practical innovation and sustainable solutions, the company offers the opportunity to manage varied projects that make a genuine difference to the natural environment.

You will join a collaborative, multidisciplinary team of engineers and technical specialists, benefiting from professional development, genuine autonomy and opportunities for career progression.

This Project Manager / Civil Engineering Project Manager opportunity could also suit an experienced Civil Engineer or Site Engineer ready to progress into wider project management responsibilities.

The Project Manager / Construction Project Manager job itself, taking responsibility for specialist civil engineering and infrastructure projects from planning and mobilisation through construction, installation and handover.

Projects include river engineering, fish and eel passes, weir removals, screening systems and bespoke steel structures incorporating monitoring equipment.

• Manage civil engineering and construction projects to agreed programmes, budgets, quality and safety standards.
• Coordinate multidisciplinary design, fabrication, supply chain and site installation activities.
• Liaise with clients, principal contractors and subcontractors, attending progress meetings and resolving project challenges.
• Procure and manage subcontractors, specialist fabricators, suppliers and materials.
• Manage project budgets, forecasts, valuations, applications for payment and final accounts.
• Administer NEC/JCT contracts, variations, early warnings and compensation events.
• Prepare and maintain construction programmes, schedules and project documentation.
• Review RAMS and ensure compliance with CDM 2015 and site health and safety requirements.
• Resolve technical queries with design teams, understanding structural behaviour and material suitability.
• Coordinate construction completion, quality records and project handover.

To succeed as Project Manager / Civil Engineering Project Manager, you will ideally hold a Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or equivalent relevant civil/structural engineering qualification, alongside experience delivering civil engineering, construction or infrastructure projects. You will also demonstrate:

• Experience managing or coordinating civil engineering and infrastructure construction projects.
• A fundamental understanding of structural behaviour, including stiffness, strength and load-bearing principles.
• Awareness of the properties and applications of reinforced concrete, steel, aluminium, reinforced plastics and other construction materials.
• Ability to communicate effectively with engineering designers, installation teams, contractors and suppliers.
• Strong project planning, organisation, commercial awareness and problem-solving skills.
• Understanding of project budgets, cost reporting, forecasting and financial control.
• Working knowledge of NEC and/or JCT contracts, CDM 2015 and construction safety.
• Competence with Excel and construction programming software.
• Full UK driving licence and flexibility for occasional UK travel and overnight stays.

Experience with Design & Build projects, SMSTS, SSSTS, CSCS or progress towards professional membership would be advantageous.

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