Project Manager, Operations Manager, Program ​/ Project Manager

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Galliford Try is seeking an experienced Project Manager to join our Environment Business and lead the delivery of high-profile, complex projects that shape sustainable infrastructure across the UK. You'll take full ownership of project delivery, driving safety, quality, and innovation while managing multi-disciplinary teams and key stakeholders.

• Create a 'Knowingly Safe' working environment and champion a positive safety culture.
• Embed a F.R.E.D.I.E culture across the project team.
• Ensure CDM principles are applied and all relevant legislation is fully complied with.
• Take ownership for the delivery and quality of work to the required standards.
• Manage Construction Teams and Supply Chain partners to deliver the scheme in line with agreed Budget, Programme, and Scope.
• Lead the Commercial Team to manage costs, maximise cash flow and profitability, and capture any changes in scope.
• Take ownership of risk and opportunities in conjunction with the Risk Manager.
• Engage with designers to ensure safe, buildable, and timely design during the detailed design phase for efficient delivery.
• Ensure all pre-commencement and regulatory requirements are discharged prior to work commencing.
• Appoint a Temporary Works Coordinator and ensure all Temporary Works requirements are understood and designed in a timely manner.
• Plan and prepare for delivery of the scheme throughout the project lifecycle.
• Champion the use of innovative technologies and techniques to drive efficiency and sustainability.
• Plan, prepare, and oversee the establishment of site offices and compound.
• Interview, select, and onboard staff in line with the resource profile for the scheme.
• Ensure adequate resource to fulfil the programme, including demobilisation and redeployment at project completion.
• Manage, monitor, and review direct reports and team performance, providing encouragement and discipline as needed.
• Plan, prepare, and facilitate collaborative workshops as required.
• Ensure any incidents/accidents are thoroughly investigated, closed out, and learnings implemented.
• Engage with the Performance Team to ensure all CPF/BSC scoring is completed and evidenced.
• Ensure all internal and external reporting is completed as required.

• Full UK Driving Licence and relevant CSCS card.
• Proficient in Office 365 and digital collaboration tools.
• Professional certification such as Prince2 or APM (or equivalent).
• HNC/Degree in a relevant discipline or demonstrable equivalent experience.
• Strong knowledge of CDM 2015 regulations and commitment to compliance.
• Excellent understanding of NEC contracts with proven commercial acumen.
• Ability to promote a positive safety, quality, and FREDIE culture across teams.
• Proven track record in leading multiple teams, driving performance and professional development.
• First-class project management capabilities, showcasing successful delivery against client expectations.
• Expertise in developing a high-performance culture and embedding continuous improvement.
• Advanced communication and stakeholder management skills, both internal and external.
• Demonstrated leadership and delegation skills, inspiring confidence and accountability.
• Strong awareness of Health & Safety responsibilities, adhering to company policies and procedures.
• Alignment with Galliford Try values:
  Excellence, Passion, Integrity, and Collaboration.

With an impressive order book of over £3.8 billion we are one of the industry's leading principal contractors, affording you the opportunity to work on some of the UK's most exciting projects offering you stability as well as the chance to stretch your capabilities and realise long held career goals. You will be joining…