Senior Project Manager

Role Overview

• Develop and manage detailed project plans, schedules, and budgets for significant work packages.
• Key point of contact within the geographical area, both with internal EWR stakeholders and external stakeholders, acting as a conduit between the area and the programme to ensure information is actively shared to enable action.
• To focus on the development of single option design, including extensive engagement with external stakeholders as East West Rail work towards the preparation of the Development Consent Order.
• Matrix management of a multi-disciplinary team across design and engineering.
• Act as the single point of contact for project delivery for the respective area.
• Work closely with other team members to ensure that there is a collective awareness of activities being undertaken across all geographical areas.
• Balancing the need for tailored area solutions whilst serving the programme.
• Recognition of the EWR project as a whole so it can achieve its objectives.
• Sequencing of activities across areas to ensure economies of scale.
• Providing consistent messaging and approach across areas.
• Ensuring interfaces across the programme are appropriately identified and managed.
• Coordinate and collaborate with engineers, suppliers, and regulatory bodies to ensure project alignment and compliance.
• Monitor project progress, identify risks, and implement mitigation strategies to address potential issues.
• Oversee quality control and safety management processes to ensure adherence to industry standards and regulations.
• Prepare and present progress reports, updates, and project documentation to senior management and stakeholders.
• Manage project resources, including personnel, equipment, and materials, to optimise efficiency and productivity.

Requirements

• Relevant degree for the role
• Relevant industry qualifications – APM/ MSP or other
• Strong project management experience across scope, schedule and cost in the design of transport infrastructure projects.
• Extensive experience of project controls including periodic reporting, assumptions management, contract administration, document management.
• Experience of client role in public consultations and dealing with external bodies.
• Familiarity with business cases, benefits management, client requirements.
• Proactive and effective team player with a deep understanding of multidisciplinary roles and the ability to inspire high performance.
• Strong commitment to delivering a high-quality output and to driving high standards across the team.

Benefits

• Competitive salary that reflects your skills and experience
• Up to 12% employer pension contribution to support your future
• 36 days annual leave (including bank holidays) plus the option to buy up to 2 extra days
• 2 volunteering days, a chance for you to give back to the community
• Enhanced family-friendly policies to support you and your loved ones
• Life assurance (4x your annual salary) for peace of mind
• Employee Assistance Programme for confidential support when you need it
• Access to Perkbox for a wide range of discounts and wellbeing benefits
• Recognition programme, including on-the-spot and annual awards
• Advanced learning and development opportunities to help you grow.