Project Manager

PSR Rail Team are currently recruiting for a Permanent Project Manager in Birmingham. This will be working for a reputable TIER1 Contractor within the Rail industry, working on long term projects for 3+ years. See below for more information!

Purpose of the Role

The Project Manager is responsible for the day-to-day management of the project within the company, in support of the Project Director. The role includes the coordination and facilitation of all processes to ensure minimal impact and disruption to existing operations throughout the project lifecycle.

The Project Manager will have a strong knowledge and background in commercial management across all aspects of the project, ensuring the scheme is delivered safely, on time, and within budget. They will be responsible for resource planning and ensuring the appropriate level of resource is available to meet key project milestones.

Key Areas of Responsibility & Accountability

• Lead multidisciplinary teams throughout the project, maintaining a collaborative and "best for the company" approach

• Deliver key elements of the project in a safe and environmentally responsible manner, meeting time, cost, and quality requirements

• Agree timescales, costs, and resources required to deliver the project

• Develop detailed project plans to achieve each stage of delivery

• Select, manage, and lead the project team

• Direct multi-disciplinary construction and rail teams

• Communicate effectively with staff at all levels in a calm and professional manner

• Oversee multiple sections of the project simultaneously

• Ensure each stage of the project is delivered on time, within budget, and to a high standard

• Report regularly on progress to the Project Director and key stakeholders

• Resolve issues, risks, and delays as they arise

• Adapt to organisational changes and meet evolving operational requirements

• Undertake any other reasonable duties as required

Person Specification

• Knowledge of project delivery within a civils environment

• Ability to manage project plans, budgets, and workforce effectively

• Experience managing multiple project sections simultaneously, with support from junior project managers

• Experience leading multi-disciplinary project teams

• Proven delivery within a strong safety culture in a high-risk environment

Qualifications

• Relevant degree

• Recognised Project Management qualification

• Membership (or working towards membership) of the Association for Project Management or another relevant professional body

Contact Dan Confrey at PSR Solutions for more information!