Project Manager, Operations Manager

Project Manager

Balfour Beatty plc

Project Management of M25 Highways schemes, on behalf of the client (Connect Plus/National Highways) of renewal and/or improvement projects from design inception to close out. The projects vary from structures, tunnels, highways and technology across the M25 network.

• Responsible for a number of projects at different stages of the project lifecycle.
• End‑to‑end management of the project, including scheme development and engagement through the life of the project with the asset team, designers, sub‑consultants, construction team and contractors.
• Liaise with key internal and external stakeholders, such as Planner, Construction Manager, Project QS, Asset and Designers.
• Management of the P6 programme with the planning team, including identification of critical‑path activities.
• Commercial management of the project, covering cost plan, supply‑chain quotations, review and approval of invoices, forecasting, review of applications with the commercial team.
• Commission and manage internal and external resources in terms of quality, budget and programme.
• Lead on gateways and collaborative cost reviews with the Client and project team.
• Adhere to and apply the project governance procedure, including leading presentations both virtual and in‑person with supporting documentation to pass through project gateways.
• Routine reporting on project schedule, progress, risk and commercial status internally and to the Client.
• Engage in the Collaborative M25 Community, including Balance Scorecards, forums and workshops as required.
• Support the delivery of the business’s sustainability activities and business plan objectives.
• Live the Connect Plus Values.

• Travel required to CPS/supplier offices on the M25 network, three days a week.
• Periodic requirement for site visits.
• Full driving licence.

• Project Management experience, preferably supported by a recognised Project Management qualification (APM PMQ, PRINCE2, APMP, etc.).
• Minimum degree qualification and membership of an appropriate professional institution, or working towards such qualification.
• Broad skills, knowledge and understanding of Highway or Structures Engineering and associated design areas.
• Knowledge of CDM and other H&S and environmental legislation related to Highway Engineering.
• Knowledge of the NEC (New Engineering Contract) and other relevant forms of contract.

• Proactive problem solving.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
• Strong safety‑management culture.
• Ability to prioritise and self‑manage.
• Self‑aware and adaptable style to meet varying project needs.
• Demonstration of commitment to ongoing personal development via CPD.
• Good organisational skills.

Day in, day out, our teams deliver some of the UK’s most ambitious, exciting and meaningful projects; developing, building and maintaining the vital infrastructure that supports national economies and strengthens communities.

• Smart working, giving you more flexibility such as staggered start and finish times, with up to 40% remote working, where roles allow.
• 25 days paid annual leave (pro‑rata).
• Family‑friendly policies which include 28 weeks full pay for maternity/adoption leave and four weeks full pay for paternity/partner leave.
• Pension, share‑incentive plan, volunteering leave, recognition schemes and much more.

Connect Plus Services (CPS) brings together the collective strength of our parent companies – Balfour Beatty, Atkins and Egis Road Operation UK. With around 600 people, based at eight locations across the M25 network, we work on behalf of Connect Plus and National Highways to manage the operation of the M25 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, from routine maintenance to managing the whole‑life requirement of thousands of assets across the network.

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