Project Manager - MECIA

Project Manager - MEICA - Civil Engineering

Covering multiple sectors in the civil engineering industry, our client is a highly respected and leading Tier 1 contractor. Whilst there is UK and international presence their busiest region is London and the Southeast. Having secured a number of major frameworks and highly specialist standalone projects there is now a need to increase their project management team. They focus is to expanded on their MEICA delivery capability. Although they have an established MEICA team the new project awards have created a need for the business to invest in this side of the business to expand their current team at the key leadership level.

Position – Project Manager (MEICA)

Location – London

Package - Negotiable

Overview

• Take ownership of projects from initial mobilisation through to practical completion and handover.
• Establish clear delivery plans and ensure construction activities are properly planned and coordinated.
• Manage project programmes, short-term planning and sequencing of works.
• Monitor progress and take proactive action where programme or delivery issues arise.
• Coordinate the activities of site teams, subcontractors, consultants and specialist contractors.
• Manage the procurement and appointment of subcontractors and monitor their performance throughout the works.
• Work closely with design teams to ensure information, approvals and technical requirements are in place ahead of construction.
• Maintain effective communication with clients and other stakeholders throughout the project.
• Manage interfaces between construction activities and the ongoing operation of the port.
• Ensure projects are delivered in accordance with company procedures and all relevant health, safety and environmental standards.
• Maintain appropriate quality control, inspection and project documentation.
• Monitor commercial performance and work alongside the commercial team to manage costs, risks and contractual matters.
• Identify potential project issues at an early stage and implement appropriate mitigation.
• Lead the project through testing, completion and final handover.
• Provide regular updates on progress, programme, risks and key project issues.

Requirements 

• A proven track record working as a Project Manager within civil engineering or construction.
• Experience managing projects in a challenging operational environment.
• A strong understanding of construction planning, programme management and project delivery.
• Experience managing subcontractors and multidisciplinary teams.
• Good knowledge of UK construction health and safety legislation
• Commercially aware, with experience working alongside commercial and quantity surveying teams.
• Confident dealing with clients, consultants, subcontractors and operational stakeholders.
• Strong communication, leadership and organisational skills.
• The ability to manage multiple priorities and make effective decisions in a fast-moving environment.
• A relevant qualification in Civil Engineering, Construction or a related discipline, such as a degree, HNC or HND or equivalent would be advantageous.
• Equivalent practical experience will also be considered.