Project Manager

FJA are recruiting on behalf of a leading integrated design and build contractor in the water sector for Project Managers / Site Agents to strengthen their Construction and Project Delivery teams. Following the award of major AMP8 framework projects across Dukinfield, Ashton-under-Lyne, Arnfield, Godley, Hyde, Wigan and Skelmersdale, this is an excellent opportunity to join a growing team delivering essential infrastructure projects for United Utilities.
This role offers long-term career stability, exposure to high-profile water and wastewater projects, and excellent professional development opportunities.
Benefits

• Competitive salary – Hybrid working (role dependent) – Car / car allowance (role dependent) – 25 days holiday + Bank Holidays (option to buy an additional 5 days) – Contributory pension scheme – Life Assurance – Private Medical Insurance – Health Insurance – Additional benefits including cycle to work scheme, discounts & savings hub, Kids Pass and more

 
Project Manager / Site Agent Role

• Reporting to the Head of Construction or Operations Manager, you will manage the design, construction, commissioning and handover of projects within the AMP8 programme – You will take responsibility for ensuring projects are delivered safely, efficiently, to specification, within programme and within budget – The role covers water and wastewater infrastructure projects across the North West region – You will manage multidisciplinary teams, subcontractors and suppliers while maintaining strong relationships with both clients and key stakeholders – The successful candidate will ensure delivery excellence across all aspects of project performance including health & safety, quality, commercial management and customer satisfaction

 
Project Manager / Site Agent Responsibilities

• Promote exceptional safety and high-quality delivery standards across direct and subcontracted workforce – Ensure the Business Management System (BMS) is implemented throughout all stages of project delivery from tender handover through to project completion – Maintain strong working relationships with clients, supply chain partners and joint venture partners – Plan, monitor and control project delivery including reviewing and approving Project Execution Plans (PEPs) – Ensure detailed construction programmes, method statements and risk assessments are in place and approved prior to works commencing – Ensure all project documentation and completion records are maintained and available at handover stage – Identify and manage project non-conformities and associated commercial impacts – Manage all commercial aspects of projects including forecasting, reporting and cost control – Lead multidisciplinary project teams to successfully deliver projects to agreed time, cost and quality targets – Present project updates at governance and review meetings when required – Ensure compliance with CDM regulations and all Health, Safety and Environmental standards – Support continuous improvement and professional development through networking and industry engagement – Maintain an excellent understanding of the technical disciplines associated with water and wastewater design and build projects – Ensure customer requirements and expectations are achieved to maintain strong client satisfaction

 
Project Manager / Site Agent Requirements
Essential

• Previous Project Management or Site Agent experience delivering multidisciplinary construction and engineering projects, ideally within the water industry – Degree or equivalent qualification in a construction, engineering or commercial discipline – Project Management Qualification (PMQ) or equivalent – Strong knowledge of project delivery from conception through to commissioning and handover – Excellent communication skills with the ability to build strong relationships with clients, stakeholders and project teams – Ability to manage and motivate multidisciplinary teams to achieve project objectives – Strong commercial awareness and experience managing budgets, forecasts and project risk – Knowledge of construction contracts including NEC and/or IChemE – Working knowledge of CDM regulations and construction Health & Safety legislation – Ability to lead governance and project review meetings

Desirable

• Experience within water and wastewater treatment projects – Chartered status with a recognised engineering, commercial or construction institution – NEC Project Manager Accreditation – Experience managing commissioning and handover activities within utility infrastructure projects

 
If you are looking for a Project Manager / Site Agent opportunity with a market-leading water sector contractor offering long-term frameworks, career development and job security, click Apply Now.
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Please note that no terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate on the grounds of a person’s gender, marital status, race, religion, colour, age, disability or sexual orientation. Every candidate will be assessed only in accordance with their merits, qualifications and abilities to perform the duties of the job. Finlay Jude Associates Ltd acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. Please take a look at our website for further opportunities.