Lead Inspector / Trainee Project Manager in Derbyshire

Posted by City Calling

Are you an experienced bridge inspector ready to step up to Project Manager? Our client is a nationwide specialist in structural inspection, investigation, testing and repair across highways, rail, waterways and utilities. They want a Lead Inspector to lead a young, developing team and grow into a Project Manager.

This is a hands-on role. You'll stay active on site leading inspections while you lead and develop a team of 4–5 Inspectors. With support from experienced Project Managers, you'll take on client management, planning and full project delivery.

What you'll do

  • Lead Principal, General and Special Inspections to CS450/CD450, including desk studies beforehand and reports afterwards
  • Manage, mentor and develop a team of 4–5 Inspectors, both on site and in the office
  • Technically check your team's reports so the quality stays high
  • Be the day-to-day contact for your clients and build strong, lasting relationships with them
  • Deliver small and medium projects from start to finish: RAMS, permits, programming, access and traffic management
  • Learn the commercial side: quotations, costs, variations, applications and profitability

What you'll need

Solid experience as a bridge inspector Senior BICS certification or equivalent (ideally) Confidence with clients and good communication skills An approachable, supportive way of leading a young team A hands-on, active approach, including fitness for work at height, in confined spaces, over water and within traffic management A full UK driving licence and a CSCS card (Green as a minimum) Willingness to work nights, some weekends and away from home Desirable: an ONC or HNC/D in Civil Engineering, and PTS with a valid medical

IPAF, PASMA, confined space and NDT training are all provided.

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