At Bridges we are more than Engineers.
We are listed on the Sunday Times Top 100 Places to Work 2024.
As a team we shape and support engineering and construction for our clients who in turn touch the daily lives of millions of people across the UK. We have a large diverse team of talented Safe & Happy People, combining their strengths and ambition to bring innovation and evolution which ensures Sustainability for all stakeholders.
Across our key sectors – Water, Power, Energy and Aggregates, and supported through our regional office network supported by our manufacturing hub located in the heart of Somerset which forms part of our 60,000ft head office complex – we deliver diverse and interesting projects and programmes throughout UK infrastructure.
Our projects range in value from £5k to £15m, taking the role of Principal Contractor and Principal Designer on various schemes, and supporting our valued Tier 1 contractor clients in a subcontractor and off-site manufacturing capacity.
Role purpose
We are currently recruiting for a Framework Manager to manage our Southern Water framework.
With a hybrid working model, ideally you would be willing to commute to the Maidstone office or selected Southern Water offices three times weekly. You will be expected to travel to HQ at least once a month for project reviews and visit client sites regularly.
This role would suit a Senior Project Manager looking to take the next steps into a Framework Manager capacity.
Role overview
As a Framework Manager at Bridges, you will lead the successful planning, contract management, resource management, financial accounting, and SHEW Management for our framework. Working closely with cross-functional teams, you’ll ensure projects are completed on time, within scope, and on budget. Your leadership will be pivotal in coordinating resources, managing timelines, and navigating challenges to achieve outstanding results.
The Role
Contracted to 42.5hrs per week, Monday to Friday.
* To ensure the framework(s) are delivered in line with the contract terms as laid out in the framework agreement
* Responsible for the successful delivery of allocated projects
* Accept and manage issues escalated from site personnel and Project Management team
* Liaison with all project stakeholders to establish timescales and ensure deliverables are met
* Control framework expenditure
* Production and management of site paperwork.
Requirements
* Industrial engineering experience – ie water industry, MEICA, civils
* Proven experience and delivery of an allocated project portfolio
* Experience in managing CDM sites and working on CDM sites
* Capable of effectively managing more than one project at any one time, depending on complexity
* Capable of effectively managing teams, including employees and subcontractors
* Experience in managing clients and internal / external stakeholders
* IOSH Managing Safely
* CDM Awareness (ideally SSSTS or SMSTS)
* CSCS Card
* Full UK Driving license
Desirable
* Minimum HNC / HND level qualifications (desirable)
* APMP / PRINCE (desirable)
Benefits
BENEFITS OF WORKING FOR BRIDGES
RoSPA Gold Medal winner, Bridges - is an excellent company to work for and a great place to develop your career. Our goal is to exceed the very highest standards and ensure our people work in a culture of health, safety and wellbeing. We are a family run business with a friendly and welcoming culture, and are dedicated to helping our employees learn, develop and achieve success - along with us and throughout their careers.
Bridges also offers an excellent benefits package:
* Competitive salaries
* Company car / car allowance
* Health cash plan with Healthshield
* Standard Life Pension Scheme - 4.5% company contribution
* Life Assurance Scheme
* Employee Discount Scheme
* Bike 2 Work scheme
* Training and development opportunities
* Employee referral scheme - £1,000 if you successfully introduce someone
* Employee recognition schemes
When you join us, you’ll be part of our exciting journey.
Wherever your journey begins with us, through mutual engagement, we’ll make sure you are supported and invested in. We believe in ‘team bridges’ and leadership at all levels with our guiding principles; Safe People, Happy People, Sustainable Business.
Come and be part of our team!
Bridges is an equal opportunities employee and is committed to ensuring equality and diversity within the workplace.