Job Specification – Resource Manager – Part-Time
Location:
Hybrid / Barnsley Office
Reports to:
Directors / Operations Manager
Salary:
£15,000 – £18,000 per year (equivalent to £38–45k FTE)
(pro rata, 15 hours/week)
with flexibility for strong candidates
About Us
Matrix Consulting Engineers is a multidisciplinary
civil and structural engineering consultancy
, delivering design, surveying, and project management services across sectors including rail, energy, data centres, and infrastructure. With a strong commitment to
digital engineering, BIM ISO 19650 certification, and advanced design workflows
, we pride ourselves on efficiency, quality, and client service.
Role Purpose
We are seeking a
Resource Manager
to take ownership of the planning, allocation, and optimisation of our engineering and technician workforce. The successful candidate will ensure that
engineers, technicians, and surveyors are fully and effectively utilised
, with resources aligned to project deadlines, priorities, and client requirements.
This role is pivotal in ensuring projects are
delivered on time and on budget
, by providing visibility of resource availability, identifying pinch points, and proactively reallocating staff as projects evolve.
Key Responsibilities
* Develop and maintain the
master resource schedule
for all engineering and technician staff, with Timelines, Gantt charts and Heat Maps.
* Work closely with Project Managers and Directors to forecast upcoming resource needs.
* Reallocate staff quickly and efficiently when project priorities or deadlines change.
* Maintain visibility of leave, training, CPD, and other non-billable commitments.
* Balance workloads to avoid under- or over-utilisation of individuals.
* Use resource management tools (e.g. Zoho Projects) to plan and track allocations.
* Support recruitment and outsourcing decisions by highlighting future resourcing gaps.
* Provide regular reporting on utilisation, capacity, and resource risks.
* Work collaboratively with technical leads to match staff skills to project requirements.
Skills & Experience
* Previous experience in
resource management, project coordination, or operations
(ideally within engineering, construction, or consultancy).
* Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple competing demands.
* Excellent communication skills to liaise between engineers, project managers, and leadership.
* Confident in using
project planning/resource allocation software
.
* Analytical mindset with the ability to identify trends and predict future needs.
* Proactive problem-solver who can adapt quickly to change.
* Knowledge of civil and structural engineering workflows (desirable but not essential).
What We Offer
* Opportunity to work with a dynamic and growing
ISO 9001 and ISO 19650 certified consultancy
.
* Competitive salary and benefits package.
* Ongoing training and CPD opportunities.
* Exposure to a wide variety of
rail, energy, infrastructure, and building projects
.
* A collaborative environment where your role directly contributes to project success.
The Benefits
* Competitive basic salary: £15,000 - £18,000 per year (Equivalent to £38 - £45k FTE)
* Hybrid working
* Christmas period shutdown (holiday not required for these days)
* Private medical insurance
* Free secure on-site parking, on-site bistro and shower facilities
* Ongoing CPD, networking, and leadership development opportunities
* Supportive team culture with regular knowledge-sharing and technical forums