Project Manager

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Project Manager - HighwaysFreelance | Areas 6 & 8 | £500-£550 per dayOverviewWe are seeking an experienced Project Manager to lead the successful delivery of highways and civil engineering projects across Areas 6 & 8.This is a freelance opportunity suited to someone who can take full ownership of project performance, including programme, commercial management, risk, and stakeholder engagement. You will play a key role in ensuring projects are delivered safely, on time, within budget, and in line with contractual requirements.Key ResponsibilitiesProject Delivery & Leadership
  • Take full accountability for the end-to-end delivery of multiple highways schemes
  • Lead and coordinate multidisciplinary teams including Site Managers, Engineers, and subcontractors
  • Ensure alignment between site operations, programme milestones, and commercial objectives
  • Drive delivery against key performance indicators and contractual commitments
Programme Management
  • Develop, manage, and maintain detailed project programmes using P6 or MS Project
  • Monitor progress against milestones and implement corrective actions where required
  • Identify delays and drive recovery plans to maintain project timelines
  • Provide accurate progress reporting to internal and external stakeholders
Commercial & Contract Management
  • Manage projects under NEC contracts, ensuring compliance and effective administration
  • Lead on compensation events, variations, and change control processes
  • Monitor project costs, budgets, and forecasts
  • Work closely with commercial teams to optimise financial performance
Risk & Governance
  • Identify, assess, and manage project risks and opportunities
  • Ensure effective governance, reporting, and audit readiness
  • Maintain accurate project documentation and reporting structures
Health, Safety & Compliance
  • Lead the implementation of health, safety, and environmental standards
  • Ensure compliance with CDM regulations and client requirements
  • Promote a strong safety culture across all project teams
Quality Management
  • Ensure all works meet required technical specifications and quality standards
  • Oversee inspection, testing, and handover processes
  • Drive continuous improvement and resolution of defects
Stakeholder Management
  • Act as the primary point of contact for clients, National Highways, and local authorities
  • Build and maintain strong client and stakeholder relationships
  • Lead project meetings and provide clear performance updates
  • Manage expectations and minimise disruption to stakeholders and the public
RequirementsEssential
  • Proven experience as a Project Manager within highways or civil engineering
  • Strong working knowledge of NEC contracts
  • Experience working on National Highways frameworks
  • Strong programme management skills (P6 or MS Project)
  • Experience managing project budgets, forecasting, and reporting
  • Excellent stakeholder and client management skills
  • SMSTS
  • CSCS Card (Manager level)
  • First Aid at Work
  • Full UK driving licence
Desirable
  • HNC / HND / Degree in Civil Engineering or related discipline
  • Experience delivering major infrastructure or highways projects
  • Temporary Works Coordinator certification
  • Experience across full project lifecycle (pre-construction to completion)


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