Senior Project Manager

McAllister, A Vortex Company, is a leading provider of innovative trenchless technologies and turnkey infrastructure solutions, helping to maintain and improve critical water and wastewater networks across the UK. As our business continues to grow, we're looking for an experienced Senior Project Manager to join our team based in Horton. This is an exciting opportunity to lead specialist trenchless rehabilitation projects from planning through to completion, ensuring they are delivered safely, on time, within budget and to the highest quality standards.

As the Senior Project Manager, you will manage multiple projects and you will be responsible for overseeing all aspects of construction, industrial and ensuring compliance with all Health, Safety, Environmental and Quality standards. The role leads the coordination of operational, commercial and client-facing activities to ensure projects are delivered safely, efficiently and within budget. This position requires strong leadership, commercial awareness, operational planning capability and the ability to proactively manage risks and project performance within the drainage rehabilitation and trenchless technology sector.

• Lead the planning, execution, and successful delivery of drainage rehabilitation projects using CIPP/CIPR technologies.
• Develop and maintain detailed project programmes and delivery plans.
• Define project scope, resource requirements, sequencing, and operational strategies.
• Ensure projects are delivered safely, efficiently, on schedule, and within budget.
• Manage multiple concurrent projects across various operational locations.

• Act as the primary point of contact for clients, local authorities, framework partners, and key stakeholders.
• Maintain strong working relationships through professional communication and responsiveness.
• Ensure client expectations and contractual obligations are consistently achieved Coordinate communication with affected residents, businesses, and stakeholders to minimise disruption during works.
• Attend client meetings, progress reviews, and operational planning meetings.

• Coordinate site teams, subcontractors, suppliers, and internal departments to ensure efficient project delivery.
• Ensure labour, plant, equipment, materials, and subcontractor resources are effectively allocated.
• Monitor operational performance and productivity across projects.
• Support mobilisation and demobilisation activities for all works.
• Ensure operational readiness prior to commencement of works.

• Review site surveys, CCTV reports, and technical information to determine appropriate rehabilitation solutions.
• Conduct site visits and assessments to identify operational constraints, access requirements, and project risks.
• Develop delivery methodologies and mitigation strategies for challenging site conditions.
• Coordinate traffic management, permits, access requirements, and utility clearances where required.

• Manage project budgets and monitor financial performance throughout the project lifecycle.
• Track project expenditure including labour, materials, subcontractors, and equipment costs.
• Identify and manage cost variations, risks, and commercial opportunities.
• Support the preparation and management of project valuations, forecasts, and cost reports.
• Work closely with the Commercial Team to ensure accurate reporting and cost control.

• Monitor project progress against programme milestones and delivery targets.
• Proactively manage delays, operational changes, and programme risks.
• Coordinate with operational teams to maintain project schedules and optimise productivity.
• Provide regular progress updates and recovery plans where required.

• Lead the implementation and enforcement of company Health, Safety, Environmental, and Quality policies.
• Ensure all works are delivered in accordance with company procedures, legislation, and industry standards.
• Promote a strong safety culture across all project activities.
• Review RAMS, permits, and site documentation to ensure compliance.
• Conduct site audits, inspections, and safety reviews as required.

• Ensure installation and rehabilitation works comply with project specifications, WRC standards, and client requirements.
• Oversee quality inspections, testing, and project documentation.
• Ensure completed works meet required…