Project Manager - Construction Support Services in Somerset

Location: Construction site-based, Bridgwater, Somerset Mon-Fri (any hybrid working TBC) Status: Contract Inside IR35 Duration: Approved until 31dec26 (with high potential of renewal) Reports to: Service Manager Morson Edge are working with a major player in the Energy sector who have a current contract requirement for a Project Manager to join their Construction Support Service team. This is a unique opportunity to be a part of Europe's largest infrastructure construction Project Job Purpose: Construction Support Services is an area of the Project that operates the buildings, bussing, roads and networks supporting the wider project. This role sits within a dedicated team but will be required to assist the wider Construction Support Services team as the need arises. The role holder is responsible for the direction and leadership of all activities associated with each package of work assigned to them. The post holder will need to work closely with their Construction Support Services colleagues and different contractors who provide services related to their specific area. This post will ensure planning and delivery is in accordance with all safety, quality, time, and cost parameters to meet the needs of the Project. Due to the nature of the work that Construction Support Services carry out, this is a very reactive position. Principal Accountabilities Define the work scope to be delivered within each package of work. Create programmes and reports to understand the risks and impacts of any proposed work. Develop and implement strategies and plans in line with the overall programme execution plan (PEP), setting out how the programme of work will be managed, organised, and executed. The PEP sets out the "why", "what", "how", "when" and "who" for the delivery of the programme Maintain effective communications with all stakeholders within each package of work Drive the delivery of the package activities to ensure they are delivered safely on time, to budget, meeting business & technical requirements. Monitor and manage the progress of the scope of work - track progress against milestones, deadlines, budget and provide key stakeholders with reports on these matters Apply the principles of Continuous Improvement. Ensure that lessons-learnt and knowledge-capture are practiced as business as usual. Establish and maintain effective working relationships with all contractors Knowledge, Skills, Qualifications & Experience: Typically degree qualified in construction, engineering, or other relevant discipline. Qualification in Project Management such as APM PPQ or other recognised qualification (desirable). Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of Project Management Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of Leadership and its application in complex projects. Working knowledge of CDM Regulations. Proficient numeracy, analytical and critical reasoning skills. Proficient application of estimating, scheduling, programming, risk. Excellent presentation, influencing and facilitation skills. Understand how to apply a graded approach to quality Demonstrated success in managing and/or developing: - Engineering design, contract, and field execution strategies for project delivery. - Multi-discipline EPCM Projects. - Working knowledge and management experience of construction activities. - Procurement and management of complex contracts. - Control of costs, risk, schedule, and change. - Management of commercial claims and associated negotiation experience. Proven successful experience in engaging multi-level stakeholders including contractors, consultants, and advisors in a regulated environment. Experience operating within NEC and FIDIC commercial arrangements (desirable). TPBN1_UKTJ