Project Manager - Archaeological Works

EKFB is a joint venture that brings together international, market leading expertise from four leading civil engineering and construction companies: Eiffage, Kier, Ferrovial Construction and BAM Nuttall. All four partners have specialist expertise in the design, construction, operation, financing and maintenance of railway networks, including the construction of one of Europe’s latest high speed rail projects. EKFB Are looking to recruit a Project Manager for Archaeological Works that will lead and support an archaeological contractor in line with the section objectives and strategy.  

This position will be responsible for planning and overseeing the route wide archaeological programme for the Project is delivered in line with the EKFB and HS2 policies and procedures, in accordance with the schedule and within the agreed budget. Working closely with the Project Managers / Site Managers to ensure consistency of delivery over the Section & Project.

The Project Manager must ensure compliance with HS2 technical standards and all statute, standards and company policies, procedures including health, safety, environment and quality. The role will also develop, implement, and coordinate the delivery strategy for this programme of works, ensuring the timely procurement of Work Packages across the Projects.

This role will be responsible for developing and updating a detailed schedule of Works for the Section. Providing regular performance feedback to our contractor on the schedule against Project milestones and internal / Contract KPI’s. The role will also be responsible for delivering the Works in line with the budget. Monitor & report progress against a commercial baseline and ensure change management procedures are captured when required.

The Project Manager will be responsible for developing and implementing the EKFB assurance progress for the Works, ensuring evidence is collected, managed and accepted by client / stakeholders as Works are completed.

This position will establish and maintain effective formal and informal relationships with customers and key stakeholders and actively support and embed Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) in all work while supporting and complying with all organisational initiatives, policies and procedures on EDI.

Key Skills and Qualifications:

• Degree (or similar) level qualification in engineering or other relevant field.
• Member of relevant Professional body.
• Extensive experience in delivering large multi -disciplinary projects and programmes.
• Contractually, commercially and technically astute.
• Team Leader with experience demonstrating organisational & decision-making skills
• Good communication and engagement skills.

EKFB is a joint venture that brings together international, market leading expertise from four leading civil engineering and construction companies: Eiffage, Kier, Ferrovial Construction and BAM Nuttall. All four partners have specialist expertise in the design, construction, operation, financing and maintenance of railway networks, including the construction of one of Europe’s latest high speed rail projects. EKFB is proud to have been appointed by HS2 to deliver civil engineering works across an 80km section of the new high speed rail link between the Chiltern Tunnel and Long Itchington Wood. Our scope of the works includes 15 viaducts, 5km of green tunnels, 22km of road diversions, 67 overbridges and around 30 million cubic metres of excavation. EKFB is committed to improving lives, communities and the engineering and construction industry by providing sustained employment opportunities and being a good neighbour, protecting the environment and the places we work. If you would like to be part of our collaborative, enthusiastic and forward-thinking culture, then please apply today. In return, we’re offering a competitive salary & benefits. EKFB brings together international, market leading technical expertise. We have an industry leading track record of delivering major infrastructure projects, including Crossrail, the Millau Viaduct, Mersey gateway and the Bretagne-Pays de la Loire High Speed Rail link. We are committed to, and strongly believe in, inclusiveness and equality of opportunity. Everyone who works with EKFB has a contribution to make; this is why we welcome applications from different backgrounds, experiences and abilities. Our aim is to create an inclusive environment where everyone feels they are able to be themselves. Please contact us if there is any additional support you might require making an application. Please note your CV may be shared with joint venture partners on this project. Pre-employment checks: It’s worth remembering that we’ll undertake the relevant/standard employment checks if you’re successful in the selection process. This includes taking up your references, as well as checking your ID, driving licence (if appropriate) and your right to work in the UK. Some roles may also be subject to further pre-employment checks. NB. BPSS security clearance will be required (to be undertaken as part of onboarding process)