Senior Project Manager Job in Oxford
Oxford
The Senior Project Manager job in Oxford serves as the principal leadership role for a major bridge rebuilding project, representing the client’s interests at every stage. This position is responsible for managing the entire project lifecycle, beginning with initial planning and design and continuing through to final completion. The Senior Project Manager ensures that the bridge meets all required standards for safety, quality, and environmental responsibility.
Working through Recruitment Solutions as the agency, the successful candidate will collaborate closely with multidisciplinary teams, contractors, engineers, and local authorities. Clear communication and effective stakeholder engagement are central to success in this role, ensuring alignment across all phases of the project.
Job summary
1. Oxford
2. Temp-to-perm
3. 375
About the role
In this Senior Project Manager job in Oxford, you will take ownership of procurement and contract management across the project. You will monitor progress against established milestones, ensuring timely delivery while maintaining strict adherence to quality and safety standards.
A key part of the role involves identifying and addressing challenges proactively to maintain project momentum. You will lead multidisciplinary teams and foster strong, productive relationships with all stakeholders, ensuring that communication remains clear and consistent throughout the lifecycle of the bridge rebuilding project.
This position also carries responsibility for upholding environmental considerations and ensuring the project aligns with all relevant standards and regulations.
About you
To succeed in this Senior Project Manager job in Oxford, you will bring extensive experience managing major infrastructure projects, particularly those involving complex civil engineering works. You will demonstrate exceptional leadership and negotiation skills, along with a proven track record of delivering projects on schedule and within budget.
A degree in civil engineering or project management is required, supported by relevant professional certification. Strong knowledge of UK highways standards and bridge construction practices is highly valued.
You will also show a clear commitment to excellence, promoting best practices in health and safety, sustainability, and overall project delivery. Your ability to lead teams effectively while maintaining focus on quality and compliance will be essential in ensuring the successful completion of the bridge rebuilding project.