At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead exciting transport projects and manage multidisciplinary teams across Europe.
- Company: Join Ramboll, a global leader in sustainable engineering and consultancy.
- Benefits: Enjoy flexible working, 27 days leave, private medical cover, and a supportive culture.
- Other info: Diverse and inclusive workplace with excellent career growth opportunities.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on sustainable infrastructure while developing your project management skills.
- Qualifications: Fluent in German with experience in project management and civil engineering.
The predicted salary is between 51750 - 63250 £ per year.
Ramboll is seeking German-speaking Principal Project Managers and Associate Project Managers to join our growing Transport team in the UK. This is an exciting opportunity to bring your project management expertise to a diverse portfolio of transport and infrastructure projects across the civils, highways, ports, aviation, energy and water sectors.
You will play a key role in delivering project and programme management services for both internal and external clients, coordinating multidisciplinary teams, managing client relationships, and driving the successful delivery of complex schemes that support sustainable mobility and future-ready infrastructure. Working across the UK, Ireland and Europe, you will confidently engage with German speaking clients and stakeholders while collaborating closely with Ramboll's teams. We offer flexible working arrangements, although occasional travel will be required to support project delivery and client engagement.
To succeed in this role, you must have excellent communication and interpersonal skills and experience of managing the design process and construction of transport projects.
Responsibilities:
- Responsible for the successful delivery of projects from inception to completion ensuring scope, contracts, budgets and QA procedures are all in place and maintained through the project lifecycle.
- Management of the production of technical and commercial specifications, drawings and schedules that comply with the scope of services.
- Management of the design process through design workshops and cluster meetings for small projects, or providing direct support as an Assistant Project Manager on larger schemes.
- Preparing and distributing Monthly Reports, meeting minutes and programmes, and deliver presentations as required.
- Interfacing with the internal Planning team as necessary for the production/updating of programmes on larger projects.
- Facilitating risk management workshops for both design and project related elements.
- Management of sub-consultants, typically external quantity surveyors, architects, landscape architects, specialist designers and the like.
- Ensuring that fees/costs are prepared on time and correctly submitted to the Client with all necessary supporting information to facilitate prompt payment.
- Managing change within the project scope whilst ensuring delivery to Client satisfaction.
- Management of bid teams and preparation of proposals for multi-disciplinary tenders.
- Developing positive working relationships with clients, contractors, internal departments, relevant stakeholders and authorities.
About you:
- Fluent in German (both speaking and writing).
- Minimum HNC/HND in a Civil Engineering or related discipline, however a relevant degree is preferred.
- Preferably a member or associate member of an appropriate construction focused association or institute.
- Experience of health and safety legislation, including CDM Regulations.
- Knowledge and understanding of various types of procurement methods for construction projects and contract/commercial administration requirements.
- Excellent communication and IT skills are essential.
- Experience in a project management role in the construction industry, preferably within a multidisciplinary engineering design consultancy.
- Experience of bid management for multi-disciplinary opportunities.
- Ability to write high quality reports and interrogate financial information.
- Ability to manage multiple stakeholder requirements and communicate these back to the project teams.
- Capable of working on multiple projects and prioritising work accordingly.
What we can offer you:
- Commitment to your development.
- A culture that welcomes you as the unique person you are.
- Flexible work environment.
- 27 days annual leave plus bank holidays.
- Matched pension contributions.
- Private medical cover and life assurance.
We invite diversity in all its forms and encourage applicants from all groups to apply.
Locations
German Speaking Principal Project Manager / Associate Project Manager, TRANSPORT PROJECT MANAGEMENT TEAM in Cheshire, Chester employer: Ramboll Management Consulting
Ramboll is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic and inclusive work culture that prioritises employee growth and innovation. With a strong commitment to sustainability and a collaborative environment, employees are encouraged to explore their passions while contributing to meaningful projects that benefit society. Located in the UK, Ramboll provides unique opportunities for professional development within a top-tier engineering consultancy, making it an ideal place for those looking to make a significant impact in the field of security consultancy.
Contact Details:
Ramboll Management Consulting Recruitment Team
