Senior Project Manager

If you have experience in managing light rail, heavy rail or wider rail industry / infrastructure projects through delivery and implementation, we have an opportunity for you to join our team. To carry out the requirements of this Senior Project Manager role you will also have a good working knowledge of NEC3 and NEC4 contracts and manage project budgets, costs, risks and programmes contractors, consultants and stakeholders. This role can be based in our London, Birmingham, Bristol, Oxford or Manchester offices - and we are able to consider other Ridge office locations. What you need to do to be effective in this role • Lead in allocation of actions, tracking, monitoring and reporting project progress • Lead major projects and frameworks, ensuring delivery to time, cost, and quality standards • Build strong relationships with clients, contractors, consultants and stakeholders • Ensure compliance with governance, risk, and assurance processes across all projects • Represent Ridge and our Clients on projects and programmes • Update contractual milestones in project systems • Ensure the document and project management plans are set up • Follow up the project progress and inform the main stakeholders if there is any deviation The skills and experience you need to have for this role • Ability to support to manage projects, programmes and portfolios from inception to close out. You will demonstrate: • Experience in managing light rail, heavy rail or wider rail industry / infrastructure projects through delivery and implementation • Experience in managing contractors, consultants and stakeholders to achieve successful outcomes • Knowledge of NEC3 and NEC4 contracts • Experience in managing project budgets, costs, risks and programmes • Strong communication and relationship building skills • The ability to produce clear reports and present information to a variety of audiences • An understanding of CDM responsibilities from a client perspective • Proficiency in using Microsoft Office Additional experience that would be beneficial includes: • Consultancy construction project management experience • The ability to lead a series of projects and manage client relationships • Proficient in the use of MS Office and similar digital software • Knowledge of project management plans • Previous experience of working on civil engineering schemes • Experience of working client side or as Consultant Qualifications: • Diploma/BSc/MSc in project management • You will ideally be working (or considering working) towards achieving one of the qualifications below): • MRICS • MCIOB • MAPM • PRINCE2 About us We are Ridge, a Built Environment Consultancy. We help our clients transform the quality and sustainability of the built environment. Our 1,400+ people bring a vast range of skills, delivering a professional mindset, gritty discipline and a genuine passion to every one of the thousands of projects they undertake each year. They’re the foundation of our success - they drive our vision, embody our values and separate us from the competition. Come and join us if you’re hungry to be part of an exceptional team - if you put quality first - if you’re motivated by ingenuity and if you’re always aspiring to be the very best. • Quality • THE CORNERSTONE OF OUR BUSINESS. From concept to execution, our work is driven by passion, technical expertise and an uncompromising commitment to excellence - delivering solutions that stand the test of time. We don’t need - or want - to be the biggest. Just the best. • Ingenuity • AS STANDARD. We question assumptions and look beyond the obvious - applying technical depth and creativity to solve problems that matter. We find better ways today, then improve on them tomorrow. • • • Partnership • BUILT ON TRUST. GROWN OVER TIME. Since 1946, strong relationships have shaped everything we do. We listen, challenge with care, and stay with you for the long haul - turning shared goals into lasting impact. • Aspiration • THE FIRE IN OUR BELLY. We start with a vision - then push the boundaries of what’s possible. With bold ideas and a clear view of the future, we turn ambitions into meaningful outcomes. • • Your benefits The benefits package we have put together for you supports every aspect of your life. Annual leave A healthy holiday allowance that starts at 25 days pa, plus the option to buy, carry over or sell. Community spirit You can take three volunteering days each year to spend time on causes close to your heart. Mental health Mental Health First Aiders are here to support you, backed up by Unum’s Help@hand app. Financial benefits A path to peace of mind: life assurance, pension scheme and income protection. Physical wellbeing Your health is a priority for us too, so we offer medical insurance, private GP access and discounted gym membership. Flexible working Our flexible approach to hybrid working is there to suit you, your family and your team. Career development A pathway at Ridge that’s focused on your professional, personal or educational aspirations. Extra benefits Performance bonus, car allowance and more based on your role - and progression. We believe that everyone performs their best when they feel like they belong and can be their true selves at work. As an equal opportunities’ employer, we will support you to ensure you have everything you need to be successful and achieve your best in your career at Ridge. If you’d like to discuss accessibility, accommodations or adjustments during your application and selection process, please contact us at workwithus@ridge.co.uk and we will work with you to ensure you feel included and supported. A polite note to Recruitment Agencies We enjoy great relationships with our agency partners within our framework, and fully believe in the value of a blended approach to finding the best talent. However, we are recruiting for this role directly and aren’t seeking support from agency partners at this time – any unsolicited CV introductions won’t be honoured, and we won’t grant candidate ownerships on any introduction that you make for roles that haven’t been briefed and released to you by our Talent Acquisition team. We are committed to nurturing strong partnerships within our agency framework, but there are occasions where we looking to enlist the help of others. If you would be interested in working with us in the future, please send a message to workwithus@ridge.co.uk, and we’ll reach out to you should there be an opportunity. A polite note to recruitment agencies We are recruiting for this role directly and aren’t seeking support from our agency partners. Any unsolicited CV introductions won’t be honoured, and we won’t grant candidate ownership on any introductions you make for roles that haven’t been briefed and released to you by our Talent Acquisition team. If you are a recruitment agency who doesn’t currently work with Ridge but would like to, please send a message to workwithus@ridge.co.uk, and we’ll reach out to you should there be an opportunity. Note to recruitment agencies We are recruiting for this role directly and aren’t seeking support from our agency partners. Any unsolicited CV introductions won’t be honoured, and we won’t grant candidate ownership on any introductions you make for roles that haven’t been briefed and released to you by our Talent Acquisition team. If you are a recruitment agency who doesn’t currently work with Ridge but would like to, please send a message to workwithus@ridge.co.uk , and we’ll reach out to you should there be an opportunity. Documents