Project Manager

Project Manager responsible for overseeing the design and construction of the HS2 Infrastructure Maintenance Depot located in a centralised location along the London‑Birmingham corridor. The role involves managing three main buildings – a combined office and light workshop building, and two major over‑track maintenance buildings – from start to finish, ensuring delivery on time, within budget and to the required quality standards.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the complete design and construction of the HS2 Infrastructure Maintenance Depot.
• Lead and manage projects from start to finish, ensuring on‑time, on‑budget delivery and adherence to quality standards.
• Develop and maintain positive relationships with clients, contractors, and other stakeholders; communicate progress and resolve issues promptly.
• Establish project objectives, scope, and timeline, and communicate them clearly to all relevant parties.
• Coordinate planning and design during pre‑construction and construction phases.
• Plan and manage project resources (personnel, equipment, materials) for efficient execution.
• Monitor and control project costs and budgets; report progress, risks and performance.
• Identify, assess and manage project risks and issues; implement mitigation strategies.
• Forecast workload ahead of programme dates and recommend additional resources or alternative work processes to maintain or improve performance.
• Identify and recommend solutions to design issues while respecting engineering procedures and construction schedules.
• Manage the site team, addressing personnel issues and ensuring staff training and development.
• Interpret design specifications and coordinate with sub‑contractors, considering environmental and community impacts.
• Ensure company procedures are implemented and that projects comply with health and safety regulations and other legal requirements.
• Contribute to the achievement of health and safety objectives in accordance with company policy.
• Monitor and assess staff capability and performance.
• Promote company values in all dealings with employees, clients, subcontractors and external contacts.

Qualifications

• Degree or Master’s in Architecture, Engineering or Construction Management.
• Experience in construction, project management or a related field.
• Proven track record of delivering construction projects on time and within budget.
• Familiarity with project‑management software and tools.
• Detailed knowledge of health and safety legislation.

Skills and Competencies

• Excellent communication, leadership and management skills to interact with internal and external stakeholders, including clients, joint‑venture partners, public authorities, utilities owners and the community.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and prioritise competing demands.
• Experience building relationships with external parties.
• Significant construction technology knowledge and experience.
• Proven delivery of Design and Construct projects managing the supply chain under NEC Option (desirable).
• Experience with temporary works.

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