Project Manager

4 weeks ago

Aylesbury Buckinghamshire, United Kingdom Opals Group Full time

Due to our sustained and continued growth, OCU Services are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Project Manager specialising in Waterto join our team working from our Old Oak Common, Aylesbury and Brackley sites.

You will be responsible for overseeing the successful planning, execution, and completion of water-related engineering projects. Your role will involve coordinating with various stakeholders, managing project teams, and ensuring that projects are delivered within scope, budget, and schedule. You will play a key role in driving efficiency, quality, and safety throughout the project lifecycle.

Key Responsibilities

Project Planning and Initiation:

  • Collaborate with clients and internal teams to define project objectives, scope, and deliverables.
  • Develop comprehensive project plans, including timelines, budgets, and resource allocation.
  • Conduct feasibility studies and risk assessments to identify potential challenges and mitigation strategies.
  • Obtain necessary approvals and permits from regulatory authorities.

Team Management:

  • Build and lead project teams, including engineers, designers, contractors, and support staff.
  • Assign tasks and responsibilities to team members, ensuring clear communication of project expectations.
  • Foster a collaborative and productive work environment to maximize team performance.

Budget and Cost Control:

  • Manage project budgets and ensure cost control throughout the project lifecycle.
  • Monitor expenses, review financial reports, and implement cost-saving measures when appropriate.

Schedule and Progress Monitoring:

  • Develop project schedules and critical milestones, ensuring adherence to deadlines.
  • Monitor project progress, identify deviations, and implement corrective actions as needed.
  • Regularly report project status to stakeholders, providing updates on milestones, risks, and achievements.

Risk Management:

  • Identify potential risks and develop risk mitigation plans to minimize project disruptions.
  • Proactively address emerging issues and unforeseen challenges during project execution.

Quality Assurance and Compliance:

  • Ensure that projects comply with relevant industry standards, regulations, and quality assurance protocols.
  • Conduct regular inspections and audits to maintain high-quality deliverables.

Health, Safety, and Environment (HSE):

  • Promote a strong safety culture throughout the project, enforcing safety protocols and practices.
  • Ensure compliance with health, safety, and environmental regulations.

Client Communication and Stakeholder Management:

  • Maintain regular communication with clients to address their concerns and provide project updates.
  • Manage relationships with stakeholders, including local authorities and community members.

Project Closure and Documentation:

  • Conduct project reviews to evaluate outcomes and identify areas for improvement.
  • Prepare project documentation, including final reports, as-built drawings, and lessons learned.

Qualifications and Skills:

  • A bachelor’s degree in civil engineering, Environmental Engineering, or a related field.
  • Proven experience in project management, preferably in water-related projects.
  • Strong leadership and team management skills.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
  • Proficiency in project management software and tools.
  • Knowledge of water industry standards, regulations, and best practices in the UK.
  • Project Management Professional (PMP) certification is a plus.

Company Information:

Established in 1994, OCU Group is one of the fastest growing utility engineering contractors in the UK, with a long successful track record in delivering customer-focused civil engineering solutions.

Working directly with many of the country’s leading blue-chip power, water, telecoms, and rail clients, we are looking for the very best talent to join our growing team.

We pride ourselves on empowering our employees and offering opportunities for them to take control of their own personal development and career progression in a supportive environment.

We believe that being successful is a choice.

We choose to be successful.

We are OCU, ‘One Company United’.

We celebrate difference and appreciate diverse backgrounds. We encourage everyone who join us to be themselves at work and create inclusive teams in our workplace.

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