Project Manager in Exeter

Join to apply for the Project Manager role at Octavius Infrastructure. We are recruiting a Project Manager to join our team at Octavius. We are a leading civil engineering organization delivering safe, sustainable, and efficient transport solutions across the UK.

Responsibilities

• Lead the successful delivery of rail enhancement projects, ensuring adherence to project specifications, safety regulations, and industry best practices.
• Develop and manage project plans, budgets, and resources, monitoring progress and making adjustments as necessary to achieve project objectives.
• Collaborate closely with internal teams, external stakeholders, contractors, and suppliers, fostering effective working relationships and ensuring clear communication throughout the project lifecycle.
• Proactively identify and mitigate risks, anticipating potential challenges and implementing contingency plans to ensure project success.
• Provide leadership and guidance to project teams, promoting a culture of excellence, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
• Conduct regular project reviews, reporting on progress, milestones, and key performance indicators to senior management and stakeholders.

Benefits

We offer a competitive rewards package, including a Company Car scheme, Private Healthcare, Pension, Life Assurance cover, 25 days Annual Leave (plus a day off for your birthday). You’ll also have access to hybrid working where possible, an enhanced Paternity & Maternity package and opportunities for personal and professional development.

About You

• Experience as a Project Manager in the rail industry, with a proven track record of successfully delivering complex projects valued to £20m, within budget and on time.
• Strong knowledge of rail infrastructure (including rail structures, builds, stations), station design, building regulations, and relevant industry standards.
• Excellent leadership and communication skills, with the ability to motivate teams, build effective relationships, and manage stakeholders at all levels.
• Exceptional organisational and problem-solving abilities, with a keen eye for detail and the capacity to handle multiple priorities simultaneously.
• Proficiency in project management tools and methodologies, with a focus on delivering projects within a framework environment.
• Previous experience working for a tier-one contracting organisation, ideally with knowledge of the Wales & Western region, on Network Rail infrastructure.

You’ll Bring

• In-depth knowledge of construction techniques and processes on railway infrastructure across building, civil and M&E works.
• Strong knowledge of project management methodologies and tools.
• Excellent leadership, communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and work under pressure.
• Relevant qualifications in project management or a related field.
• Familiarity with the Wales & Western region.
• Proven experience with a tier-1 contracting group.

Inclusion and diversity are important to us, we are an equal-opportunity employer and value difference. We want and will continue to build an inclusive environment where our people thrive. We firmly believe constantly striving to build a truly diverse workforce is what makes us a strong business and will enable us to continue to solve important problems and deliver unrivalled value. If you need any specialist support throughout your application, we will work with you where we can to support your journey with us.