Assistant Project Manager

Our client is currently seeking 3 skilled and experienced Project Manager's to join their team within the highways sector on a contractual basis. This role involves working for a local authority, contributing to the development and delivery of highway maintenance and associated infrastructure projects.

Key Responsibilities:

Managing and overseeing a variety of highway maintenance projects and associated infrastructure
Designing project plans and implementing preventative maintenance measures
Engaging with stakeholders, including elected members and parishes
Managing contractors and ensuring they meet project requirements
Coordinating district-wide works programmes and liaising with streetworks and reactive teams
Ensuring projects meet tight deadlines and managing high volume programmes of work
Overseeing project budgets and financial planning

Job Requirements:

Significant experience in highway maintenance and project management
Understanding of design principles related to infrastructure projects
Proven experience in stakeholder management and contractor supervision
Ability to manage and deliver multiple projects simultaneously
Knowledge of working within Cambridgeshire is desired
A driver's licence and the ability to be on-site three days per week
Minimum of 5 years' experience in highway maintenance

Additional Context:

The role involves ensuring winter readiness across a 4500km network
Focus on preventative highway maintenance measures through coordinated works programmes
Collaboration with various teams to maximise on-site delivery before December