Summary: The Highways Project Manager role at BCP Council involves overseeing a NEC Highway Improvement and carriageway maintenance project, with construction set to begin in April 2025. The position requires a blend of office, site, and home working, necessitating a valid UK driving license for site visits. The contract is initially for six months, focusing on project lifecycle management, compliance with regulations, and effective communication with stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee the project life cycle of a NEC contract.
• Manage all contract communications through CEMAR or equivalent.
• Develop solutions to resolve site queries and design issues.
• Review and accept contractor programmes and traffic management plans.
• Provide project highlight/progress reports to the client team.
• Monitor project progress against programme, quality, and budget.
• Provide technical advice and collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams.
• Ensure compliance with financial regulations, health and safety legislation, and CDM regulations.
• Support internal communications teams to inform residents and stakeholders.
• Manage internal BCP staff supporting project delivery.

Key Skills:

• NEC Project Manager Accreditation.
• BSC (Hons) Degree in Civil Engineering or related field/experience.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD.
• Experience with CEMAR or equivalent.
• Knowledge of project management software.
• Familiarity with design standards, regulations, and specifications (DMRB, TSRGD, CDM Regulations).
• Experience with highway contracts and pricing schedules.
• Valid UK driving licence.

Salary (Rate): 50

City: Bournemouth

Country: United Kingdom

Working Arrangements: hybrid

IR35 Status: undetermined

Seniority Level: undetermined

Industry: Other