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Volkerwessels Uk

Senior Project Manager

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Volkerwessels Uk
Leading multidisciplinary contractor delivering engineering & construction solutions across UK sectors.
Lead delivery of rail structures projects (bridges, refurbishments) on Network Rail's Southern Route.
7d ago
Intermediate (4-7 years), Expert & Leadership (13+ years), Experienced (8-12 years)
Full Time
City Of London, England, United Kingdom
Onsite
Company Size
4,000 Employees
Service Specialisms
Construction services
Project Management
Engineering
Property Development
Design
Technical Services
General Contractor
Turnkey
Sector Specialisms
Civil Engineering
Rail
Highways
Aviation
Ports
Defence
Energy
Water
Role
What you would be doing
project delivery
bridge design
structural refurbishment
retaining structures
resource management
client expertise

You will manage the delivery of several concurrent schemes within the Structures portfolio which will include New & Replacement Bridges, Access for All, Structural Refurbishments and Retaining Structures.

By utilising the specialist skills of each business unit within VolkerWessels UK, VolkerFitzpatrick are able to ensure our staff provide unrivalled resources and expertise to our clients.

What you bring
cre
citb smts
cdm
5 years
structures
degree

This presents a fantastic opportunity for a Senior Project Manager with Rail/Civils/Structures experience to work as part of the Southern Renewals Enterprise. The project will total 5+5 years of multiple individual schemes across Network Rail's Southern Route (Kent, Sussex & Wessex).

VolkerWessels UK is committed to maintaining healthy, safe and productive working conditions for its entire staff and therefore a drugs & alcohol screening is mandatory for all.

  • CRE Status
  • Knowledge of the requirements and implementation of CDM regulations
  • CITB SMTS or equivalent
  • 5 years' experience in delivery of Projects on Network Rail Infrastructure
  • Experience working on structures projects ideally in a rail environment.
  • Detailed knowledge of Safety, Quality and Environmental issues relevant to the project environment
  • Ability to produce Work Package Plans, Task Briefing Sheets, and implement safe systems of work
  • Relevant Degree or Educational Equivalent
  • Strong organisational and management skills
  • Proven technical and project management abilities
  • Experience in motivating and leading teams
  • Sufficient experience required in construction.
Benefits

We offer competitive rewards and benefits, recognising the value we place on our employees.

  • Competitive annual leave and an additional day off on your birthday
  • Competitive salary
  • Life Assurance
  • Cycle to Work scheme
  • Private medical care
  • 24/7 Virtual GP service
  • Mental health, physical health, and financial support
  • Family friendly polices including enhanced maternity benefits
  • Training and development opportunities-comprehensive skills-based training
  • Shopping and restaurants vouchers, rewards, and discounts
  • Employee Assistance programme
  • Option to buy additional annual leave
Training + Development
Information not given or found
Company
Overview
€5 billion parent
European backing
Backed by the €5 billion European parent company, providing substantial financial support for ambitious infrastructure projects.
£700M turnover
Annual revenue
Achieves a £700 million annual turnover, reflecting its significant role in the UK infrastructure sector.
  • Operates through five units—VolkerFitzpatrick, VolkerRail, VolkerStevin, VolkerHighways and VolkerLaser—each with deep specialist roots.
  • Frontline in complex infrastructure: building airports, rail networks, highways, marine works and major civil projects.
  • Typical projects range from rail signalling upgrades and highway bridges to port development and flood protection schemes.
  • Known for weaving niche skills—like slipform paving, steel foundations, waterproofing and land reclamation—into integrated delivery.
  • Headquartered in Hoddesdon, its teams juggle ~250 active sites countrywide, forging engineering solutions at scale.
  • A standout: VolkerLaser delivers specialist structural repair and waterproofing, a rare niche in UK infrastructure.
Culture + Values
  • Integrity: We are open and honest; our business is ethically and morally strong and each of us is accountable.
  • Passion: We are committed in heart and mind and enjoy what we do.
  • Innovation: We strive to be ahead of the game by continually improving the way we do things for ourselves and our clients.
  • Collaboration: We collaborate in all aspects of our business, we work as a team to take advantage of our collective genius so that we succeed together.
  • Winning: We never settle for second best; we always deliver high quality work and we strive to exceed expectation.
Environment + Sustainability
2035 Net Zero
Emissions Target
Targeting Net Zero for Scope 1, 2, and controllable Scope 3 emissions by 2035, with full Net Zero across all emissions by 2050.
84% Electric Fleet
Sustainable Transportation
84% of the company car fleet is electric or hybrid, reducing carbon footprint significantly.
197 Tonnes Recycled
COâ‚‚ Savings Through Recycling
Recycling 197 tonnes of site wood in 2023, leading to a saving of 99 tonnes of COâ‚‚ emissions.
70% COâ‚‚ Reduction
Emissions Goal
Aiming to reduce COâ‚‚ emissions by 70% by 2030 compared to the 2019 baseline through various initiatives.
  • Signatory to the Science Based Targets Initiative 'Business Ambition to 1.5°C'.
  • Aiming for zero-waste construction sites; using circular economy principles to minimise waste.
  • Committed to 10% year-on-year carbon offsetting from 2025, full offset by 2035.
  • Operating under externally verified Planet Mark certification.
Inclusion & Diversity
  • Three key EDI objectives delivered via eight focus groups covering leadership, recruitment, governance, supply‑chain and stakeholder engagement.
  • Operational engagement tailored to drive inclusive behaviours and awareness.
  • EDI education and coaching for all levels; EDI Champions as peer support and advocates.
  • Recruitment & retention focus on attracting diverse talent and ensuring equal opportunities.
  • Governance via policies, leadership accountability and strategic oversight.
  • Suppliers engaged to align on EDI values and collaborate on diversity progress.
  • Stakeholder and community engagement embed EDI within wider People‑Planet‑Purpose framework.
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