Project Manager

Project Manager

Posted 1 day ago by Ceto Talent

£480 Per day
Inside
Hybrid
E20, Stratford and New Town, Greater London

Summary: The Project Manager role focuses on overseeing a major NEC Design & Build contract for HV Power infrastructure within a complex rail environment. The position requires strong management skills to ensure effective delivery across multiple operational sites while coordinating with various stakeholders. The successful candidate will have proven experience in NEC contracts and construction delivery in regulated environments. This is a hybrid role based in London with an ongoing contract opportunity.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Lead delivery of a major NEC Design & Build contract
  • Manage programme, cost, safety and delivery performance across live construction activities
  • Coordinate contractors, consultants and internal stakeholders
  • Oversee project governance, reporting and risk management activities
  • Monitor project progress against key milestones and contractual obligations
  • Manage change control, commercial interfaces and contract administration
  • Support construction and installation activities across operational infrastructure environments
  • Drive stakeholder engagement and ensure effective communication across project teams
  • Lead and support Assistant Project Managers within the delivery team

Key Skills:

  • Proven experience as a Project Manager delivering NEC contracts
  • Strong understanding of NEC3 / NEC4 contract management
  • Experience delivering HV Power, utilities or infrastructure projects
  • Background in construction delivery within operational or regulated environments
  • Strong stakeholder management and communication skills
  • Experience managing contractors and multidisciplinary delivery teams
  • Ability to manage programme, commercial and delivery risks effectively

Salary (Rate): £480 per day

City: London

Country: United Kingdom

Working Arrangements: hybrid

IR35 Status: inside IR35

Seniority Level: Mid-Level

Industry: Other

Detailed Description From Employer:

Project Manager – NEC Contracts (HV Power)

Location: London / Hybrid

Rate: £480 per day (Umbrella)

Contract: Ongoing Contract

Start: ASAP

We are currently recruiting for an experienced Project Manager to support the delivery of a major HV Power infrastructure programme within a complex rail environment.

This role will focus on the management of a large-scale NEC Design & Build contract, supporting critical infrastructure upgrades across multiple operational sites.

We are looking for a strong Project Manager with proven experience managing NEC contracts, construction delivery and stakeholder coordination within highly regulated infrastructure environments.

The Role

As Project Manager, you will take ownership of a major NEC contract currently in detailed design and construction phase, ensuring programme, cost, safety and delivery risks are effectively managed throughout the project lifecycle.

You will work closely with contractors, project teams and stakeholders to drive successful delivery across multiple sites.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead delivery of a major NEC Design & Build contract
  • Manage programme, cost, safety and delivery performance across live construction activities
  • Coordinate contractors, consultants and internal stakeholders
  • Oversee project governance, reporting and risk management activities
  • Monitor project progress against key milestones and contractual obligations
  • Manage change control, commercial interfaces and contract administration
  • Support construction and installation activities across operational infrastructure environments
  • Drive stakeholder engagement and ensure effective communication across project teams
  • Lead and support Assistant Project Managers within the delivery team

Essential Experience

  • Proven experience as a Project Manager delivering NEC contracts
  • Strong understanding of NEC3 / NEC4 contract management
  • Experience delivering HV Power, utilities or infrastructure projects
  • Background in construction delivery within operational or regulated environments
  • Strong stakeholder management and communication skills
  • Experience managing contractors and multidisciplinary delivery teams
  • Ability to manage programme, commercial and delivery risks effectively

Desirable Experience

  • Rail or transport infrastructure experience
  • Experience delivering projects within operational railway environments
  • Knowledge of HV substations, power upgrades or cable route projects

Working Arrangement

Hybrid working available (approximately 50%)

London-based project and office locations

Why Apply?

  • £480 per day Umbrella
  • Opportunity to work on major infrastructure upgrades
  • High-profile programme within a complex operational environment
  • Long-term contract potential
  • Strong project pipeline and collaborative delivery team

Keywords:

Project Manager NEC, NEC Project Manager, NEC4, NEC3, HV Power Project Manager, Rail Infrastructure, Construction Project Manager, Utilities Project Manager, Infrastructure Delivery, HV Substations, Design & Build Contracts, Operational Infrastructure

If you are a Project Manager with strong NEC contract experience looking for your next contract opportunity, apply now or contact us for a confidential discussion.