Senior Project Manager

4 weeks ago

Hoddesdon, United Kingdom VolkerWessels UK Full time

The Role

An opportunity has arisen for an experienced Senior Project Manager to join the Metro Projects department.

Metro Projects (MRP) have extensive experience of working on high profile projects for most of the UK’s light rail and tram operators and on the UK heavy rail network. We are recognised as a market leader for the provision of renewal and minor enhancements services to the light rail sector and as a supplier of choice to the wider rail market. 

Our specialist teams continue to offer high quality track construction, maintenance and renewals to a wide range of clients including: Nottingham Express Transit, Manchester Metrolink, Sheffield Supertram, and London Tramlink as well as a number of Major Contractors on the heavy rail network.

Job Summary

In this role you will have the following accountabilities:

Responsible for leading the planning, execution and completion of projects from start to finish in line with budget and specifications. Communicate effectively with clients, contractor and team members to keep them informed of project status and changes. Monitor project progress and performance and implement corrective actions as needed. ensuring that the designated area or business sector is developed and managed with the appropriate operational, financial, commercial and project management business objectives. Produce a business plan that meets the targets set by the business. Maintain a profitable turnover that covers the operating and divisional overhead costs. Ensure that all financial information is available for the monthly and quarterly reporting cycle. Ensure there are sufficient staff resources available to meet the needs of the business plan and that they have the required competencies. The forward work planning for the entire division must be maintained to a high level to ensure that maximum efficiency in the use of the labour is maintained.  Assist in the co-ordination of tender and pre-qualification processes. Management of project team including recruitment, staff development and discipline in line with the company procedures and with support advice from the HR Business Partner. Establish and maintain communication channels with all staff under your control and brief on all issues. Establish a programme of managerial checks to ensure that contracts are being delivered in a safe and compliant manner.

Job Requirements

The candidate will also ideally have the following experience/skill set:

Previous experience in similar role. Educated to HNC level in relevant discipline or equivalent experience. Member of the Associated for Project Management or equivalent, holding or working towards chartered status or equivalent. Proven track record of successfully delivering projects on time and within budget. Excellent problem solving and decision making abilities. Demonstrable experience in the Rail Industry Sector. Able to demonstrate effective evaluation and decision making skills. Confident communication skills, both in writing and in internal and external correspondence. A responsible attitude and high level of safety awareness.

Flexibility is also essential for this role as there will be travel and weekend working.

Additional Information

VolkerRail Group offers a competitive salary and an attractive benefits package that includes car/car allowance, Pension, BUPA healthcare scheme, Extra day off for Birthday, Performance related pay, Professional membership subscription, One paid volunteering day per year, Employee assistance programme, Cycle to work scheme and an Employee rewards platform that includes retail and gym discounts.

Location

This is site based, travel is essential.

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