Senior Project Manager

Octavius Infrastructure are excited to be delivering Electrification and Plant (E&P) renewals within the Eastern region. We are recruiting for a innovative Senior Electrification Project Manager to join us. The projects that you will be manage will be across Anglia covering Norfolk, Suffolk, Cambridgeshire and Essex going into Stratford. As a Project Manager you will be responsible a portfolio of 4-5 projects collaborating to develop design solutions, through to successful delivery on site, ensuring delivery on time and within budget, also providing invaluable support to a Contracts Manager.

We are a leading provider to the rail and transportation sector delivering safe, sustainable, and efficient transport solutions across the UK.

You'll be working on…. (what your role and responsibility is)

• Provide visionary leadership for electrification projects, ensuring they are executed with the highest standards of quality, safety, and efficiency.


• Managing a portfolio of schemes, package values of £10-£20m.


• Develop and execute comprehensive project strategies, including scope, schedules, and budgets, to achieve project objectives and align with the company's mission.


• Collaborate closely with internal teams, external stakeholders, contractors, and suppliers, fostering effective working relationships and ensuring clear communication throughout the project lifecycle.


• Proactively identify and mitigate risks, anticipating potential challenges and implementing contingency plans to ensure project success.


• Provide leadership and guidance to project teams, promoting a culture of excellence, collaboration, and continuous improvement.


• Conduct regular project reviews, reporting on progress, milestones, and key performance indicators to senior management and stakeholders.


• Maintain meticulous project documentation and provide clear and regular progress reports to clients and senior management.


• Monitor project budgets, control costs, and make strategic financial decisions to ensure the financial viability of them.
  
  Proven experience in managing electrification projects, with a strong understanding of project management principles, tools, and techniques.


• Familiarity with electrification systems, OHL, power distribution, and infrastructure development, including an understanding of relevant technologies and best practices.


• Excellent leadership and communication skills, with the ability to motivate teams, build effective relationships, and manage stakeholders at all levels.


• Exceptional organisational and problem-solving abilities, with a keen eye for detail and the capacity to handle multiple priorities simultaneously.


• Proficiency in project management tools and methodologies, with a focus on delivering projects within a framework environment.


• Previous experience working for a tier one contracting organisation, A bachelor's degree in a relevant field, such as electrical engineering, civil engineering, project management, or a related discipline.


• In-depth knowledge of electrification systems, power distribution, and related infrastructure, including familiarity with electrical codes and standards.


• Experience working on 25kv substations.


• Proven experience in Senior project management, especially in overseeing electrification projects from initiation to completion.


• Strong leadership skills and the ability to manage and lead project teams effectively.


• The ability to build and maintain positive client relationships, including presenting project updates and addressing client concerns.


• Experience managing a portfolio of projects with values of £2-£10m +.


Inclusion and diversity are important to us, we are an equal opportunities employer and value difference. We want and will continue to build an inclusive environment where our people thrive. We firmly believe constantly striving to build a truly diverse workforce is what makes us a strong business and will enable us to continue to solve important problems and deliver unrivalled value to both our customers and clients. If you need any specialist support throughout your application, we will work with you where we can to support your journey with us.

We offer a competitive rewards package, including a Company Car scheme, Private Healthcare, Pension, Life Assurance cover, 25 days Annual Leave (and a day off for your birthday). You'll also have access to Hybrid working where possible (spending time on site, in an office at Stratford and home), an enhanced Paternity & Maternity package and the opportunity to develop yourself personally and professionally.