Senior Project Manager in Oxford

Senior Project Manager in Oxford

Oxford Full-Time 50000 - 65000 £ / year (est.) No working from home possible
Tilbury Douglas

At a Glance

  • Tasks: Lead a multidisciplinary team to deliver a £30m wastewater treatment project.
  • Company: Join Tilbury Douglas, a leading UK infrastructure and engineering company.
  • Benefits: Enjoy competitive salary, car allowance, private medical insurance, and flexible working options.
  • Other info: Inclusive culture that values innovation and individual differences.
  • Why this job: Make a real impact in the water sector while developing your leadership skills.
  • Qualifications: Experience in major infrastructure projects and strong leadership skills required.

The predicted salary is between 50000 - 65000 £ per year.

Location: Kingston Bagpuize, Oxfordshire

We are looking to appoint an experienced Senior Project Manager to join our Infrastructure team, leading the delivery of one of our flagship AMP8 projects for Thames Water. This is an exciting opportunity to lead the construction of a new £30m wastewater treatment works at Kingston Bagpuize, playing a key role in our growing AMP8 programme across the Thames Valley. Reporting to the Regional Operations Director, you will provide strategic leadership to a multidisciplinary project team, ensuring safe, efficient and successful project delivery from construction through to commissioning and handover.

Whilst water sector experience is welcomed, it is not essential. We encourage applications from experienced Senior Project Managers with a background in major infrastructure or civil engineering projects and will support your development within the water sector.

Key Duties
  • Lead and inspire a multidisciplinary project team, driving excellence in safety, quality, programme performance and client satisfaction throughout project delivery.
  • Take full responsibility for the successful delivery of a major infrastructure project, ensuring it is completed safely, on time, within budget and to the highest quality standards.
  • Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, supply chain partners and stakeholders, providing clear leadership and effective communication at all levels.
  • Manage commercial performance, project risk and programme delivery, identifying opportunities to improve efficiency, innovation and sustainable outcomes.
  • Champion continuous improvement, digital construction tools and modern methods of construction, whilst developing and mentoring high-performing project teams.
About You

You will be an accomplished construction professional with significant experience leading major infrastructure projects for a main contractor. You will bring:

  • Proven experience as a Senior Project Manager delivering projects valued at £20m+.
  • Strong leadership, commercial and financial management skills, with the ability to motivate and develop high-performing teams.
  • Excellent client relationship and stakeholder management experience.
  • SMSTS and an appropriate CSCS Card.
  • HNC (or equivalent) in a construction-related discipline, with a professional qualification such as CIOB desirable.
What we can offer you
  • Competitive salary
  • Car Allowance
  • 26 days annual leave (with the opportunity to buy or sell up to 3 days holiday)
  • 3 additional long service days achieved after 3, 7 and 10 years
  • Private medical insurance for yourself (with the option to buy family cover)
  • Life Assurance
  • Defined contribution pension scheme matched up to 8%
  • Enhanced maternity, paternity and parental leave
  • 2 days volunteering opportunities
  • Flexible and Agile working (dependent on your role)
  • Employee Assistance Programme
  • Professional membership fees
  • Perks at Work Employee discount scheme offering discounts on a range of categories such as electronics, home appliances, food & groceries, car buying, travel, fitness and more
  • Flexible Benefits scheme
Who we are

Tilbury Douglas is a leading UK building, infrastructure, engineering and fit-out company, delivering vital projects across sectors including health, education, highways, justice, defence, aviation, water, and environment. Our people are at the heart of our success. We are committed to an inclusive culture that encourages innovation and celebrates individual differences. We are proud to hold Investors in Diversity status.

Please note: we do not hold a sponsorship licence. This role is subject to Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) clearance. We look forward to receiving your application.

Senior Project Manager in Oxford employer: Tilbury Douglas

At Tilbury Douglas, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work environment in Kingston Bagpuize, Oxfordshire, where innovation and inclusivity thrive. Our commitment to employee development is evident through competitive salaries, generous leave policies, and opportunities for professional growth within the water sector. Join us to lead impactful projects while enjoying a supportive culture that values your contributions and well-being.

Tilbury Douglas

Contact Details:

Tilbury Douglas Recruitment Team

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