Our client provides Project Management and Design solutions to the Transportation and Security markets, primarily in the UK, but also in mainland Europe and worldwide. Their current portfolio is primarily Rail Industry related. They hold the significant share of this market in the UK. This has historically focussed in the Rail Telecommunication arena, Software and System Integration of Real Time Control Systems, and increasingly leading Turnkey projects across a range of engineering disciplines
Vacancy: Electrical Work Package Manager / Project Manager
Location: Manchester
Salary: £60,000 per year
Hours: 35 per week.
Primary Purpose of the Role:
Responsible for managing the electrical systems portion of the Company Area (£25m) including the turnkey subcontracts for OHLE, Traction Power and DNO supply provision.
Key Tasks:
We are looking for established Project managers seeking a new challenge, with the following attributes and key responsibilities.
•Experience of Project Managing a successful construction project ideally in a Rail/Light Rail environment or similar.
•Motivating and driving a high performance programme delivery team.
•Ensuring all aspects of programme governance are in place and functional i.e.; programme board, change control, quality control, project costings and budget management, project management processes and methodology.
•As Project leader, develop and communicate clear project strategies, plans, objectives and interfaces within a strong matrix management environment
•Exercise full commercial and contractual control of projects and aggressively manage all project costs and maximise variation order opportunities, to deliver or improve gross margins.
•Conduct regular and detailed project reviews to effectively manage progress, identify and mitigate risk and produce appropriate customer and internal project reports.
Education & Qualifications:
Ideally be educated to degree level with appropriate Chartered status and be a member of the Association of Project Management. However the candidate's track record will count for more than qualifications.
Personality / Behaviours:
A positive attitude combined with excellent interpersonal and motivational skills. A “can do approach” to dealing with staff and clients alike. An ability to embrace and encourage change and think “out of the box”
Additional Information:
We are looking for permanent appointment but would consider a fixed term contract
ABC Professional Services
With over 10 years experience, ABC Professional Services has grown & evolved through the supply of 1st class candidates into the Construction, Civil Engineering & Rail Industries. ABC are key suppliers of Construction, Civil, Rail, Mechanical & Electrical, Maintenance & Facilities Management personnel.
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