Project Manager (Steelwork)

About the role

We are looking for an experienced Structural Steel Project Manager to join our established aviation team. This role involves leading the successful delivery of major construction work packages and projects across Kilnbridge’s portfolio. The position requires taking full ownership of project delivery, ensuring works are completed safely, on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage project delivery across safety, programme, cost, quality and people, acting as the primary Company representative and main point of contact for clients and stakeholders
• Establish and lead high-performing project teams, ensuring clear roles, structure and communication
• Develop and manage construction programmes, monitoring progress and driving performance
• Ensure all works are carried out in line with Kilnbridge's Health & Safety, Quality and Environmental standards, overseeing Risk Assessments, Method Statements and safe systems of work
• Manage project budgets, optimise costs and identify opportunities for value and efficiency
• Collaborate with internal teams and external partners to ensure timely, high-quality delivery, building and maintaining strong relationships with clients, consultants and supply chain partners
• Support tender processes and contribute to work-winning activities when required
• Drive innovation, continuous improvement and best practice across projects, leading, coaching and developing team members to support performance and career development

Requirements

• Proven experience as a Project Manager within a construction environment, ideally with a Structural Steel background
• Strong knowledge of construction processes, standards, methods and regulations, including multidisciplinary interfaces, temporary works and lifting solutions
• Relevant CSCS card (appropriate level), with professional membership desirable or equivalent experience
• Demonstrated leadership experience managing multidisciplinary teams
• Strong commercial awareness and experience managing project budgets
• Strong understanding of NEC4 contracts and notifiable events, with familiarity with Works Information and procurement processes
• Excellent organisational and planning skills at both strategic and operational levels, with the ability to drive projects to a high standard in complex, fast-paced environments
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence and build relationships
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, project reporting tools and document control systems (CEMAR)
• Strong problem-solving skills, attention to detail and a proactive, solutions-focused mindset with a commitment to continuous improvement

Qualifications

No specific qualifications are mentioned, but relevant experience and education in construction management, structural engineering, or related fields are preferred.