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Assistant Manager, Commercial Advisory and Assurance – Planning, Scheduling and Project Controls

KPMG’s Major Projects Advisory (MPA) team works with industry-leading organisations, helping to solve some of the biggest challenges in infrastructure. As a true market leader, we work with an impressive client base across the commercial and public sectors, delivering lasting results on projects and programmes which are household names.

Why join KPMG in Major Projects Advisory - Infrastructure Advisory Group?

We focus on providing clarity to Boards, Executives and SRO’s at major public and private sector organisations, on the delivery of their projects and programmes. We work on some of the UK’s most strategically important programmes, and across all infrastructure sectors including transport, natural resources, energy, power and utilities, corporates, oil & gas, defence, health, housing & education.

Our team comprises specialists with deep construction industry experience, from working for project owners, contractors, engineering consultants and others in the UK and overseas.

On the back of continuing growth, we’re once again investing in our team to drive a step change in our capability. This means you’ll be joining one of the fastest growing areas of the firm at a time of real significance.

What will you be doing?

This role is for an innovative professional at Assistant Manager level, who can work alongside our existing team to use their lived experience of planning, scheduling and project controls in construction to solve complex problems. There is no one-size fits all in MPA; we’re as diverse as the world around us. We hand pick our people because they’re our most important asset, and people pick us because we really mean that.

Assistant Managers in our team are client-facing and right at the forefront of delivery. This role requires previous experience ideally gained from infrastructure-related projects and programmes, but we’ll happily consider candidates with experience in other relevant fields.

As part of a team of consultants on the ground, you’ll be applying your subject matter expertise and experience every day, bringing to life tailored solutions for our clients whilst managing important relationships.

The MPA team in the UK are based in London, Birmingham and Manchester. This role will be based in one of these locations but will require travel to client locations throughout the UK and occasionally overseas.

What will you need to do it?

For this opportunity, we’re looking for candidates with some post-qualification experience primarily built around the planning, scheduling and project controls area of major projects and programmes. This could be as a contractor, consultant, or within a government role.

Your track record should evidence:

• A good, applied understanding of planning including managing tasks in relation to the development, update, monitoring and reporting of schedules; risk management; change control; identification of opportunities for improvement and implementation of best practice
• Experience in major projects and programmes, ideally in infrastructure of one of our priority sectors of transport, defence, power and utilities or nuclear
• Investigating schedule and cost performance, defining variance, causes and providing mitigating options
• Developing tools and reports to support project controls processes
• Risk identification and analysis
• Project and programme performance monitoring and assurance
• Strong problem-solving skills
• An ability to build and maintain great relationships and a desire to network across our firm
• Communication and presentation skills
• A desire to learn and develop new skills within planning and project controls
• Proficiency in using Excel, MS Project and Oracle P6

Skills we’d love to see/Amazing Extras:

• Public sector experience
• Delay and scenario analysis
• Dispute advisory or expert witness experience
• Supporting the delivery of advisory services such as organisational design and governance optimisation
• Performance and efficiency improvement
• Enhancing project and programme controls
• Troubled project/programme reviews
• Achieved or working towards a relevant professional certification – e.g. APM PMQ/PPQ; MoP; MSP; PRINCE2

Our Locations:

We are open to talk to major projects advisory talent across the country but our core hubs for this role are:

• London Canary Wharf
• Manchester
• Birmingham

With 20 sites across the UK, we can potentially facilitate office work, working from home, flexible hours, and part-time options. If you have a need for flexibility, please register and discuss this with our team.

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Position: Project Manager
Location: London
Reports to: Director of Project Management

Role Overview:

We are currently recruiting for an experienced Project Manager, to work for our client at their offices in London, the role is responsible for leading the safe, efficient, and timely delivery of grid transformer projects, from design review through installation, commissioning, and close-out.

This role requires strong technical knowledge, project management expertise, and the ability to coordinate cross-functional teams, suppliers, and contractors to ensure successful project outcomes and would suit someone with experience across transformers and in particular ultra high voltage (400kv).

The Project Manager will act as the key point of contact for clients and stakeholders, ensuring compliance with HSE regulations, quality standards, and contractual obligations while meeting project scope, budget, and schedule requirements.

Key Responsibilities:

Technical & Delivery:

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure designs meet client requirements.
• Manage multiple grid transformer projects, including design, installation, testing, and commissioning.
• Ensure compliance with HSE regulations (CDM 2015) and drive a zero-incident culture.
• Monitor and enforce quality management processes, including ITPs and inspections.
• Maintain project schedules, applying forecasting and corrective measures as required.

Commercial & Contract Management:

• Manage project costs to ensure delivery within budget.
• Administer contracts, including early warnings (EWN), claims, and subcontractor/supplier management.
• Ensure scope is clearly defined, preventing unapproved changes and scope creep.
• Produce monthly contractual reports and project status updates.
• Identify, record, and mitigate project risks through structured risk management.

Stakeholder & Communication:

• Serve as primary contact for clients, suppliers, and subcontractors, ensuring effective communication and alignment.
• Coordinate internal and external stakeholders to ensure smooth project execution.
• Provide regular updates to senior leadership, highlighting progress, risks, and mitigation actions.

Skills & Qualifications:

• Minimum 5 years’ experience in project management, ideally within grid transformer or related infrastructure projects with experience of 400kV.
• Strong technical knowledge in:
• Design engineering (reading and interpreting drawings)
• Transformer installation and commissioning processes
• HSE compliance (CDM 2015, site safety)
• Quality management systems (ITPs, audits)
• Scheduling and time management (Primavera/MS Project)
• Strong background in cost management, contract administration, and risk management.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills.

Education & Certifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering (preferred).
• Project Management certification (Prince2, PMP, or APM).
• NEC3/NEC4 certification (desirable).
• SMSTS qualification (preferred).
• National Grid Person certification (advantageous).

Key Competencies:

• Strong project leadership and governance
• Technical oversight of complex engineering projects
• Effective stakeholder and contractor management
• Risk management and problem-solving
• Commitment to safety, quality, and continuous improvement

Your CV will be forwarded to Jonathan Lee Recruitment, a leading engineering and manufacturing recruitment consultancy established in 1978. The services advertised by Jonathan Lee Recruitment are those of an Employment Agency.
In order for your CV to be processed effectively, please ensure your name, email address, phone number and location (post code OR town OR county, as a minimum) are included.

Project Manager - Main Contractor

Cladding Re-mediation Projects - London & Home Counties

Up to £70,000 + Package

My client, who are a national construction contractor who are currently recruiting for an Contract Manager to head up several new cladding re-mediation projects they have recently been awarded.

You will mainly work on cladding re-mediation schemes to both private residential and social housing tower blocks (high & low rise). Projects will range from £ million - 5million, on each project you will be responsible for a team of site managers and Resident liaison officers.

The Role;

Within this role, you will work along side the Contract manager ensuring P&L, budgets and deadlines are met. You would be responsible for ensuring the level of service and quality is to the highest standard as well as cost control, creating CPP & programming of works and budgeting. Implement strong H&S across all projects. Your direct team will include site management, supervisors, RLO's and sub - contractors. You will report directly in to the Contract Manager and Operations Director who will support you in making the contract a success.

The Candidate;

The ideal candidate will have extensive building knowledge and experience managing planned maintennce and retrofit contracts. Experience managing multiple site teams, strategically planning projects and an ability to problem solve in complex situations. A good knowledge of up to date legislations and strong organisational skills is also desired.

Having an ability to create a strong working environment, where everyone is working as a team to achieve targets and goals on the contract, as well as being able to build strong relationships with the client and your team members. 

You must also have the following;

• Experience in large external schemes, cladding re mediation, retrofit, EWI/IWI/CWI, ASHPs, Solar Panels, Loft Insulation, Roofing, Heat pumps, ground pumps
• Strong Knowledge around BSR and building safety act
• Ability to manage and drive teams forward on site to ensure safe and timely delivery on projects
• IT skills are essential and you must be proficient in all Microsoft Office applications such as Excel, Outlook and Word
• Full UK Driving Licence
• Building or refurbishment related qualification of demonstrable experience. Health and Safety qualification required such as IOSH, NEBOSH, SMSTS etc
• Level 3 Leadership & Management Qualification or equivalent or willingness to work towards
• Previous experience of working within the social housing sector
• The ideal candidate will ideally have a minimum of 10 years’ experience within the construction industry
• Be technically minded.
• Full UK driving licence.

This is an excellent opportunity to join an established and reputable business. My client are offering an excellent salary & package and benefits.

If this role is of interest please apply or contact Danny Mangan.

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My client is looking for aProject Manager who willdeliverand be responsible for the management of a number of waste infrastructure projects and will support a portfolio of technical projects including Carbon reduction initiatives.

This Project Manager, who will join the team that is responsible for leading the delivery of major waste management projects in the wider north London area willensure the waste infrastructure and wider operation provides excellent environmental outcomes.

The Project Manager will join the client organisation to meet the vision of creating waste management facilities in which local communities take pride and will bea model for public sector project delivery and achieve exemplary health, safety, well-being and environmental standards in construction.

The responsibilities of the postholder include (but not limited to):

• Stakeholder Management will be critical to the success of complex infrastructure projects This will include elected members and senior officers across the regions, construction contractors, future operators and Regulatory bodies.
• Quality Management: Key responsibilities of the Project Manager include managing aspects of the engineering and construction quality assurance.
• End-to-End Project Leadership: The Technical Project Manager will be responsible for the overall planning, execution, and completion of assigned projects, ensuring they are delivered on time, within budget, and to the required quality standards. This includes managing project teams, coordinating with stakeholders, and overseeing all aspects of the engineering, procurement and construction processes.
• Stakeholder Engagement: Collaborate with clients, contractors, and operational teams to ensure alignment of project goals with operational needs and stakeholder expectations. er the project successfully.
• Technical Guidance: Provide technical oversight in waste infrastructure development, ensuring designs are fit for purpose and align with operational and environmental standards.
• Regulatory Compliance: Liaise with statutory regulators (e.g. Environment Agency and water company) and ensure projects meet all regulatory and environmental compliance requirements.

If this describes you then please send your CV at the earliest opportunity via the system.

Role: Project Manager - Corporate Transformation
Type: Interim/Contract
Salary: Up to 600 per day (Inside IR35)
Hybrid: Occasional travel
Location: London

Sellick Partnership is partnering with a local authority to recruit a Project Manager - Corporate Transformation on an interim basis.

The responsibilities of the Project Manager will be:

• Leading and delivering a range of corporate transformation, service delivery, business change, and behaviour change projects.
• Planning, reporting, risk management, and benefits tracking across multiple programmes.
• Managing project budgets in line with corporate financial procedures and governance requirements.
• Creating and maintaining project plans, workstreams, and governance boards to ensure effective delivery.
• Leading multi-disciplinary project teams and supporting senior managers to drive change.
• Applying PRINCE2, Agile, and design-led approaches to deliver user-centric solutions.
• Managing relationships with internal and external stakeholders to ensure project outcomes are achieved.
• Ensuring benefits realisation is identified, tracked, and embedded into business operations.
• Driving innovation, embedding new ways of working, and closing projects effectively with lessons learned.

The ideal candidate for the Project Manager role will have:

• Substantial experience managing projects in a large organisation from initiation through to implementation.
• Strong knowledge of PRINCE2 and Agile methodologies, with the ability to apply the right approach to different projects.
• Demonstrable track record of delivering transformation and business change projects.
• Excellent stakeholder management, negotiation, and influencing skills, with experience of engaging senior managers and elected members.
• Proven ability to manage budgets, risks, and governance frameworks effectively.
• Strong project management software skills (e.g., MS Project, Visio, Lucidchart, or similar).
• Experience of leading and motivating project teams to achieve high-quality outcomes.
• Degree-level education or equivalent professional experience.

How to apply for the Project Manager role:

If you believe that you are well-suited to this excellent opportunity for a Project Manager - Corporate Transformation, please apply directly or contact Tim Farnsworth at Sellick Partnership Derby Office for more information.

The closing date for CVs is Friday 26th September due to the urgent requirement of this role, and interviews will be arranged as soon as possible.

Sellick Partnership is proud to be an inclusive and accessible recruitment business and we support applications from candidates of all backgrounds and circumstances. Please note, our advertisements use years' experience, hourly rates, and salary levels purely as a guide and we assess applications based on the experience and skills evidenced on the CV. For information on how your personal details may be used by Sellick Partnership, please review our data processing notice on our website.

Project Manager (London Underground)

As a Project Manager/Leader at Telent, you will be trusted and empowered to deliver critical and complex work. You'll be free to innovate, to take ownership and make smart, agile decisions. We need the best people to help us achieve our goals. Come, work in an environment where you can stretch your abilities and deliver on your potential. Help build and keep the nation's critical infrastructure connected and protected 24/7.

Reporting to the Senior Project Manager, the Project Manager will be responsible for leading a portfolio of Telecoms, Security and Station Management (PAVA / CCTV) projects across the London Underground estate.

This is a hybrid working role, with a requirement to be in our Canning Town office 2 days per week.

What you'll do:

• Provide day to day management and direction and support to the assigned Project Delivery Team, providing regular and effective communication and prioritisation.
• Identify areas for improvement in project performance to drive continuous improvement
• Determining and defining client project scope and objectives.
• Set up stage gate meetings such as project kick off meetings, project gate reviews (design, start on construction), project close out sessions as defined in the Project Execution/Mobilisation Plan
• Financial performance of assigned projects, including monitoring and reporting through designated systems and responsible for managing projects Profit and Loss accounts
• Providing support to bid submissions including Project Plans, Risks, Actions, Issues, Decisions (RAID) log and method statement responses as required
• Present the monthly contract review paperwork to senior management on allocated projects.
• Line Management of 2 x APM's

Who you are:

You are a skilled Project Manager with experience delivering projects within the London Underground estate. You thrive on coordinating complex projects, managing stakeholders, and driving solutions that are safe, on time, and on budget. Clear, confident, and detail-focused, you make things happen.

Key Requirements:

• Experience working on complex projects within the London Underground environment is essential
• Excellent financial and commercial experience of managing multi-million project budgets
• Experience leading a successful team
• Working knowledge of Health and Safety regulations
• Experience of managing complex customer and end user relationships
• Full driving license and flexibility to travel ad hoc to customer sites in London

What we offer:

A career at Telent can span many sectors, roles, technologies and clients giving you the opportunity to develop, learn new skills and make an impact. We are growing and we rely on our committed Team to deliver.

We nurture the talent that makes this happen, by our on-going commitment to creating an inclusive culture that respects and values difference, that celebrates diverse ideas. We want everyone to feel they can be themselves and to thrive at work.

The additional benefits with this role:

• Car Allowance
• 34 days holiday, including public holidays, plus the option to buy or sell five days each year
• Company pension scheme
• A range of family friendly policies
• Occupational health support and wellbeing Portal
• Discounts on Cinema, Restaurants and Shopping with Telent Reward scheme

Learn more about Telent:

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We're passionate about creating an environment that champions diversity and inclusion, where everyone feels they belong, can be themselves and empowered to reach their full potential. People are at the heart of our business, and we believe that our teams should reflect the diverse experiences and backgrounds of the communities we support.

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