Project Manager - Belfast BT1

Responsibilities:

• Lead and ensure the successful delivery of individual commissions within set timelines and budgets.
• Manage all aspects of the commissions including quality, schedule, resources, variations, safety, and functionality.
• Provide clear vision and direction to the team, fostering a high-performing environment through effective management, development, and empowerment of staff.
• Conduct audits for each commission.
• Define technical and project deliverables, while identifying, analyzing, and mitigating project risks.
• Develop, manage, and track project plans and budgets, ensuring accurate reporting.
• Establish and maintain productive relationships with contractors and delivery partners to achieve intended business benefits.
• Negotiate, procure, and authorize project contracts, variations, and payments within approved authority levels.
• Implement effective performance and development management practices for direct reports.
• Collaborate with Project Sponsor/Contract Manager to align project requirements with business objectives.
• Identify and manage interfaces and dependencies between the project and other ongoing activities/projects.
• Develop and manage project implementation plans, including detailed schedules, cost, and resource plans.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety legislation, contributing to a safety-focused culture.
• Lead and provide successful management of projects/programmes to time/budget/quality to meet the needs of client customers.
• Ensure project delivery through successful management and partnership with principal suppliers.
• Experience with NEC contracts is essential, NEC accreditation is desirable.
• Experience in Rail, specifically in Northern Ireland, is desirable.
• Projects may have budgets of up to £20M.

Requirements:

• Proven experience as a Project Manager, ideally in complex infrastructure projects.
• Strong leadership and team management skills.
• Excellent communication and negotiation abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Proficiency in project management tools and software.
• Knowledge of health and safety regulations.
• Willingness to travel and work flexible hours as needed.

If you meet these qualifications and are ready to take on this challenging yet rewarding role, we encourage you to apply.