Coventry, Warwickshire
Kenton Black
We are seeking an experienced Freelance Project Manager to support the successful delivery of major infrastructure works across the UK. This role is ideally suited to a strong, delivery-focused professional with a background in large-scale rail or infrastructure projects, particularly with experience on HS2 or similarly complex programmes.
Key Responsibilities
– Lead the end-to-end delivery of project packages, ensuring works are completed safely, on time, and within budget – Oversee and coordinate both civil engineering and M&E (Mechanical & Electrical) packages – Manage subcontractors, consultants, and key stakeholders across multiple disciplines – Drive programme performance, identify risks, and implement mitigation strategies – Ensure compliance with all relevant health, safety, environmental, and quality standards – Provide clear reporting to senior stakeholders, including progress updates and commercial performance – Interface with client teams and support integration across wider project delivery functions
About You
– Proven experience as a Project Manager within major infrastructure or rail projects – Prior involvement in HS2 is highly desirable – Strong civils bias, with a solid understanding of heavy civil engineering works (earthworks, structures, utilities, etc.) – Demonstrable experience managing M&E packages alongside civils delivery – Excellent stakeholder management and leadership skills – Strong commercial awareness and experience working in NEC contract environments – Ability to operate autonomously in a fast-paced project environment
