An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Highways NEC Project Manager to join a busy local authority client in the Manchester area.

The main duties of the experienced Highways NEC Project Manager are:

• Manage highways construction projects under NEC contracts, ensuring delivery on time, within budget, and to council standards.
• Plan, monitor, and report on project progress, risks, and financial performance, using NEC contract procedures and best practice.
• Liaise with contractors, consultants, and internal stakeholders to resolve technical and contractual issues effectively.
• Ensure compliance with health & safety regulations, statutory requirements, and local authority policies.
• Lead on the preparation, evaluation, and management of NEC contract variations, compensation events, and claims.
• Provide technically accurate advice and support to senior management, residents, and councillors regarding project delivery.
• Maintain accurate project records, reports, and management information systems for governance and audit purposes.
• Identify process improvements, lessons learned, and drive continuous improvement across highways projects.
• Support and mentor project teams, ensuring effective resource management and staff development.
• Promote diversity, equality, and inclusion through example and fair treatment in all aspects of work.

For a full description and further information on the role, please call Harriet Simmonds at Carrington West on 02393 876051.

FOOTNOTE:

If you feel that you are right for this role technically, but the rate, location, or seniority does not suit you specifically then please still feel free to send us your CV. We constantly recruit for roles very similar to this one at all levels UK Wide. We are always keen to chat with you discreetly about your employment situation.
Even if you are happy in your current role for now, we always welcome calls from Highways, Project Management & NEC professionals keen to make their introductions for future months or years. Our specialist team has a combined 40+ years' experience in this market. Please call Harriet at Carrington West on 02393 876051 for more information.
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