Principal Project Manager
Amey · York, England ·
Principal Project ManagerWe have a fantastic opportunity for a permanent Principal Project Manager to join our Consulting Rail Design team. We welcome applications from Principal Project Managers across the north region centring on York, Leeds, Manchester and Sheffield.
Supporting our growing project management team, delivering work on our Northern Powerhouse Rail framework, specifically on the Sheffield Programme of work. What will the role offer? The standard working week is 37.5 hours, with flexible working practices available to support how you work as your life evolves.
What you will be doingAs Principal Project Manager, you will lead the delivery of an exciting ES3 multi-disciplinary project focusing on Sheffield Station. You will act as a project management team leader, providing advice, guidance and supervision as appropriate to project management teams, operational managers, clients and suppliers in coordinating the multidisciplinary teams from across the North in the delivery of this incredibly high-profile project as part of a five-year framework.
Responsibilities include: Complying with all relevant technical standards and client requirementsResponsibility for the commercial success of the project, controlling budgets and managing the costs associated with the production of deliverables.
Overseeing the actions of more junior members of staff undertaking similar tasks and taking responsibility for their actionsLiaising with client and supplier representatives at peer level and higher, including presenting proposalsResponsibility for the commercial success of the projects within the portfolio, controlling budgets and managing the costs associated with the production of deliverablesLiaising with client and supplier representatives, attending progress meetings, responding to queries etc.
Assuming the role of people manager when required by the businessDrive effective health and safety practices within the teamWhat you will bring to us: Developed experience and expertise within the field of Project ManagementExperienced in undertaking project related tasks associated with the management of health, safety and welfare, e.g.
Amey's Integrated Management System and the Construction (Design and Management) RegulationsYou will apply project management theory and principles to complex or ambiguous situations, where concepts need to be adapted to reach the correct outcomeCapable of acting as day-to-day main project management contact for a project where required under the terms of the commissionCan take ownership for the preparation and checking of deliverables to a reasonable standardHighly experienced with project management software and tools.
Good ability to check work produced by others and able to validate and approve the use of new toolsDemonstrates very good commercial awarenessExcellent knowledge of suppliers and the services they provide, maintained through regular contactExcellent oral communicator, able to present arguments and ideas very well to peers, more senior colleagues and clients.
Can deliver internal training workshops to peers and presentations to clientsHas an excellent understanding of Health, Safety and Welfare, including specific regulationsSuccessful completion of either the professional review or end point assessment, resulting in the award of Incorporated or Chartered status or an equivalent professional licenceBachelors or Master's Degree in an appropriate subjectChartered Project Professional (ChPP) status with the Association for Project Management (or equivalent) What we can offer Our benefits are designed to help you thrive at work and in your home life.
You will have the flexibility to choose benefits and development opportunities that are best for you. Some of our
benefits include
Exceptional personal development, training and progression plans, designed to allow you to shine in your career, all in line with your personal ambitionCompetitive salary and compensationGenerous pension scheme, with extra contributions from Amey24 days annual leave, plus bank holidaysFlexible benefits scheme, including the option to buy additional annual leave and insurance benefits, Cycle2Work scheme and access to discounted gym membershipOur Save with Amey programme gives you access to thousands of discounts from leading retailers to help you save on shopping, days out, or nights inFamily friendly policies for new parents or if you provide care for a dependantMembership of our Affinity Networks who connect, support and inspire diverse communities within AmeyTwo Social Impact Days each year, for volunteering and fundraising opportunitiesAbout Amey: Who we are: Amey is a global, integrated infrastructure consultancy and operations partner.
We design, deliver, protect, and maintain critical assets and systems. What we do: We advise, design, finance, deliver, and enhance civic, transport, and defense systems. By combining strategic intelligence, engineering, infrastructure finance, and operational expertise, we create secure, resilient, compliant, and high-value outcomes across the lifecycles of new and legacy assets.
To find out more visit our website: amey.co.uk/careers Application GuidanceDiversity and Inclusion: We constantly evolve how we work to reflect the different needs and backgrounds of our employees. We seek out the skills, joy and energy that often-marginalised groups can bring to our teams and welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates, regardless of their race, gender, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation, or age.
We are committed to offering applicants with a disability an interview if they meet the minimum requirements for the role. Please contact our recruitment team at peopleservices@amey.co.uk to discuss any access needs, reasonable adjustments or additional support that you may require at any point during the recruitment process.
Apply today - We may close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications. Please apply as soon as possible. We look forward to hearing from you. Inspiring Impact Together#LI-MM1