Project Manager
Posted 19/08/2024 by Matchtech
Based in Cambridgeshire, this role is crucial to the economic wellbeing of the region by ensuring efficient and effective delivery of a diverse range of transport projects.
Key Responsibilities:
- Leading the Project Delivery Highways Service team to ensure effective delivery of transport infrastructure projects
- Providing engineering expertise in project and programme management, procurement, community engagement, and transport planning
- Preparing detailed technical reports, ensuring clarity and engagement with stakeholders
- Managing project delivery to ensure objectives are met within time and budget constraints
- Developing efficient processes for project review and progress reporting
- Implementing robust programmes with appropriate change control processes
- Engaging and coordinating with various stakeholder groups, including Parish and District Councils, resident groups, and businesses
- Supporting the Project Team Leader in delivering Council and Directorate objectives through strategic service planning and resource management
Job Requirements:
- Experience in leading the development, planning, and implementation of transport infrastructure projects
- Strong knowledge of technical and contractual requirements related to scheme development, construction, and maintenance
- Proficient in budget management, including experience in local government finance
- Proven ability to engage with elected politicians to align project outcomes with political priorities
- Excellent negotiation skills and the ability to build effective working relationships with senior staff and external organisations
- Experience in navigating statutory legal processes and land negotiation
- Skilled in using Project Management Software, such as MS Project
- A relevant degree or extensive experience in Civil Engineering
Additional Responsibilities:
- Managing the technical approval of highway service projects, considering design, procurement, and customer consultation
- Developing strategies to mitigate risks and reduce environmental impact
- Ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations throughout project delivery
- Working with partners such as Highways England and Network Rail to deliver comprehensive infrastructure projects
- Maintaining clear communication with the public, stakeholders, and the media regarding project progress
- Fostering a culture of empowerment and continuous improvement within the team
Skills and Attributes:
- Ability to drive culture change within an organisation
- Strong communication skills, both written and verbal
- Commitment to public services and local democracy
- Customer-focused approach with sensitivity in public engagement
- Ability to deliver innovative solutions by understanding key principles
- Political sensitivity and experience in managing conflicting priorities
- Capability to lead and build project teams to deliver quality projects
- Comprehensive IT skills and a commitment to personal development
If you are an experienced Project Manager looking for a contract opportunity to significantly impact transport infrastructure in Cambridgeshire, we would love to hear from you. Apply now to join our client's dedicated team.
- Type:
- Contract
- Start Date:
- ASAP
- Contract Length:
- 3 months+
- Contact Name:
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- Job Reference:
- 575967_1724068094
- Job ID:
- 222188482
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