Structures Project Manager

Structures Project Manager - Highways & Bridges Cheshire West & ChesterFreelance / CIS EngagementUp to £500 per dayAn established infrastructure contractor is seeking an experienced Structures Manager to support the development and delivery of a major highways structures programme within a long-term local authority framework.This is an excellent opportunity for a commercially aware and technically strong professional to join the project during the Early Contractor Involvement (ECI) phase before progressing into the construction and delivery stages.The assignment is expected to run for approximately 20 months, comprising an initial pre-construction phase followed by a substantial construction programme. Immediate start available.The Opportunity Working closely with the client, design teams, delivery teams and key stakeholders, you will lead the planning, coordination and delivery of bridge and highway structures schemes from concept through to completion.You will play a key role in programme development, design management, temporary works coordination, commercial oversight and safe project delivery.Key Responsibilities Lead the delivery of bridge and structures projects within a highways environmentManage Early Contractor Involvement (ECI) activities and scheme developmentCoordinate and manage design consultants and multidisciplinary teamsOversee temporary works planning, approvals and implementationDevelop delivery strategies, programmes and construction methodologiesMonitor project performance, costs, risks and opportunitiesEnsure compliance with NEC contracts, CDM regulations and industry standardsBuild and maintain strong client and stakeholder relationshipsSupport procurement, subcontractor management and project reportingDrive safety, quality and operational excellence across all schemesCandidate Requirements Degree qualified in Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering or similarStrong background delivering bridge, structures or highways infrastructure projectsPrevious experience managing structures schemes including maintenance, strengthening, refurbishment or renewalsExperience of ECI, design management and temporary worksGood understanding of NEC contracts (preferably NEC4)Knowledge of CDM regulations and UK highways standardsAbility to manage multiple stakeholders and project interfacesDesirable Chartered Engineer status (CEng, MICE or MIStructE)Temporary Works Coordinator (TWC) certificationExperience working on local authority highways frameworksExperience delivering bridge maintenance or structural renewal schemesWhat's On Offer? £500 per dayFreelance / CIS engagement availableLong-term assignment expected to run approximately 20 monthsOpportunity to influence projects from concept through deliveryImmediate startMix of office, site and stakeholder-facing responsibilitiesSecure workload within a major infrastructure frameworkAlternative Job Titles Considered:Structures Manager, Senior Structures Manager, Bridge Manager, Senior Bridge Engineer, Structures Project Manager, Highways Structures Manager, Civil Engineering Manager, Principal Structural Engineer, Structures Delivery Manager, Structures Lead, Highway Structures Project Manager, Bridge Works Manager, Infrastructure Structures Manager, Structures Construction Manager, Temporary Works Manager If you have experience managing bridge and structures projects within highways, civil engineering or infrastructure environments and are looking for your next long-term contract opportunity, we would like to hear from you.TPBN1_UKTJ