Project Manager – Tunneling/Shafts

  • Permanent
  • London

Website AdvanceTRS Advance Training and Recruitment Services

Technical recruiters for the built environment

Location: Site based – Different Locations throughout UK

Experienced Project Manager required within Engineering & Tunnelling.

Key Accountabilities

  • Ensure the commercial performance of the contract is maximised
  • Produce procurement schedules and liaise with the procurement department to ensure sites have adequate resources to complete the tasks
  • Continually forecasting, keeping the team informed of forecasts and changes and managing the scope meticulously, so knowing the costs for unplanned construction work or resources and keeping that set-aside.
  • Reporting Risk and Opportunities to the senior management team.
  • Deliver the work to the specified quality without defects. Ensure production and implementation of Project Plans, RAMS, ITP’s and waste management plans, in line with Company procedures
  • Ensure detailed site diaries/records are completed. Maintain commercial tension to drive out cost and challenge the status quo

Job Skills, Experience and Qualifications

  • Experience of managing Tunnelling and Shaft projects within high regulated environments in the UK. TBM is main tunnelling work so previous experience in this is required.
  • A broad civil background would be an advantage.
  • Proficient in NEC contracts. A contract and change management
  • Experienced in Design Management Programme & Risk Management, Production of CVR, including cost control, forecasting and value assessment
  • Degree/HNC in Civil Engineering, or equivalent
  • SMSTS
  • Ability to challenge designs and resolve problems to conclusion
  • Ability to manage and deliver a successful project with minimal guidance.
  • Degree qualified as a minimum.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity in our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

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