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Role purpose

We are currently recruiting for a Senior Project Manager to work on one of our Thames Water contracts, We will be the principal contractor on a capital delivery project based near Banbury, OX17.

Role purpose

We are currently recruiting for a Senior Project Manager to work on one of our Thames Water contracts, We will be the principal contractor on a capital delivery project based near Banbury, OX17.

This is an exciting venture for Bridges and brings with it the opportunity to work on a project with sizable value to the business. You will have the chance to take a lot of ownership of the project, with support from the contract manager and various internal stakeholders.

During the construction phase, the project manager will be expected to visit the site frequently. Although working from home can be flexible there will be expectations to come to our HQ in Midsomer Norton often.

This role would suit a project manager looking to take the next steps into a senior project management capacity.

At Bridges we are more than Engineers.

We are listed on the Sunday Times Top 100 Places to Work 2024.

As a team we shape and support engineering and construction for our clients who in turn touch the daily lives of millions of people across the UK. We have a large diverse team of talented Safe & Happy People, combining their strengths and ambition to bring innovation and evolution which ensures Sustainability for all stakeholders.

Across our key sectors - Water, Power, Energy and Aggregates, and supported through our regional office network supported by our manufacturing hub located in the heart of Somerset which forms part of our 60,000ft head office complex - we deliver diverse and interesting projects and programmes throughout UK infrastructure.

Our projects range in value from £5k to £15m, taking the role of Principal Contractor and Principal Designer on various schemes, and supporting our valued Tier 1 contractor clients in a subcontractor and off-site manufacturing capacity.

Role Overview

As a Project Manager at Bridges, you will oversee the successful planning, execution, and delivery of projects from inception to completion. Working closely with cross-functional teams, you'll ensure projects are completed on time, within scope, and on budget. Your leadership will be pivotal in coordinating resources, managing timelines, and navigating challenges to achieve outstanding results.

The Role

Contracted to 42.5hrs per week, Monday to Friday.

• Contractual management, enabling the delivery of the project
• Management of staff and subcontractors working on assigned projects
• Taking responsibility for the health & safety of self and all under your control, completion of RAMS
• Creation and management of the appropriate Project Documentation and control of project expenditure within a monthly project reporting structure
• Close liaison and management of the Client and other stakeholders
• Regular communication with internal support and stakeholders
• Proactively manage the impact on and protection of the environment
  
  
  

• Project management experience in a civils / industrial M&E / MEICA setting
• Good knowledge of techniques for planning, monitoring and controlling programmes
• Experience or knowledge of planning software packages such as Microsoft Project / P6
• Knowledge of health & safety legislation and company procedures
• SMSTS and/or IOSH Managing Safely
• Full UK driving license (essential)
• Experience with NEC Suite of contracts (essential)
  
  

• Appropriate City & Guilds trade Qualification where appropriate
  
  
  

• Competitive salaries
• Company car/car allowance
• Health cash plan with Healthshield
• Standard Life Pension Scheme - 5% company contribution
• Life Assurance Scheme
• Employee Discount Scheme
• Bike 2 Work scheme
• Training and development opportunities
• Employee referral scheme - £1,000 if you successfully introduce someone
• Employee recognition schemes
• Enhanced Maternity and Paternity pay
  
  
  

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Industries

  Non-profit Organizations and Primary and Secondary Education

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