About the job

Description

Location: HS2, Aylesbury

About the Role:

Blackwell Earthmoving is seeking an experienced Project Manager to lead our delivery teams in the safe, productive, and profitable construction of earthworks. As the day-to-day management face of Blackwell, you will maintain excellent relations with all stakeholders, including Eiffage Keir, HS2 Ltd, and members of the public when required.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and oversee the construction of works to ensure completion on time and within budget.
• Maintain excellent relations with all stakeholders.
• Enthuse and support team members to develop a strong working unit.
• Interact closely with Blackwell Central support, Commercial, and Health and Safety teams to ensure a coordinated approach across all sections of the contract.
• Build a strong relationship with the Client based on mutual trust and cooperation.
• Take ownership of the work under your control.
• Liaise with the Senior Leadership Team to keep them fully informed of progress and any emerging issues.

Impact and Key Deliverables:

• Lead Delivery Teams, ensuring the construction of works is completed on time and within budget.
• Ensure a coordinated approach across all sections of the contract and disciplines.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients and stakeholders.
• Form and lead a strong working team.
• Take ownership of the work and ensure effective communication with the Senior Leadership Team.

Knowledge, Skills, and Key Competencies Required:

Essential:

• Experience in linear earthworks.
• In-depth knowledge of modern earthmoving methods, plant, outputs, and technologies.
• Knowledge of earthworks specifications and materials handling constraints.
• Proficient in producing resourced programmes and working budgets.
• Good commercial awareness.
• Strong knowledge of Health, Safety, and Environmental law and best practices.
• Knowledge of employment law and the Working Rule Agreement T&Cs.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks.
• Problem-solving skills and a focus on finding cheaper, faster, and safer ways of doing things.

Desirable:

• Ability to operate plant: Dumper, roller, and excavator.
• CPCS plant qualifications.
• SEATS (Site Environmental Awareness Training).
• First Aid and Mental Health First Aid certificates.
• CSCS Black Card.
• HSG 47 Cat & Genny trained with underground utility experience.
• Temporary works supervisor certification.