Accepting applications until: 28 February 2025Job Description
The Project Manager will have accountability for the delivery and management of all assigned projects on-time, to budget, to scope and in line with our safety requirements.
This role will work closely with colleagues in Partnerships, Operations, Safety, Engineering and Programmes and will be supported by the Outdoor Programme Management Office.
This role will have ownership of the successful delivery of projects which will lead to the growth and enhancement of the Global Outdoor estate, constantly striving to produce the highest standards of project delivery and digital displays.
Key Responsibilities
- Accountable for the successful management and delivery of the Projects to budget, to scope, safely, whilst adhering to the requirements of Global and CDM regulations 2015.
- Operate within construction contract frameworks, NEC4 ensuring effective administration.
- Carry out site visits across the TfL estate (some during engineering/ night working hours) to ensure compliance of build standards to specification
- Understand and implement the objectives of the projects, having clear ownership for delivery of the critical success criteria.
- Collaborate with finance and procurement teams to optimise project costs, negotiate contracts and monitor contractor performance.
- Work within appropriate project management controls aligned to the approach of the project and relevant Partner assurance (pathway)
- Ensure engineering compliance to internal and external standards, taking projects through the required independent checks and approvals.
- Actively manage and report on the project risks throughout the life of the projects.
- Produce, communicate, and maintain high quality project documentation in line with project requirements and Partner methodologies.
- Handover assets into operation, with full acceptance from the operational business.
- Build and develop positive and professional working relationships with internal and external stakeholders including all contractors
- Actively manage and engage with the contractors on site, working with HSEQ.
What You’ll Love About This Role
Think Big: Join Global and help shape Outdoor advertising. Own It: Cross-functional role with high visibility and growth. Keep it Simple: Fast-paced, challenging, and rewarding environment. Better Together: Supportive and dynamic team
What Success Looks Like
- Understand program deliverables and role responsibilities.
- Build relationships with Programmes, Operations, and franchise partners to resolve stakeholder challenges.
- Collaborate with contractors for safe and successful site installations.
- Commission and hand over initial project deliverables.
What You’ll Need
- Experience: 3+ years of experience in project management or CAPEX project delivery, preferably within construction, engineering, or digital industries.
- Delivery of construction installation and commissioning projects ideally on rail or TfL.
- Experience managing contractors and suppliers, working within NEC3/4 or similar contract management environments.
- Adherence to CDM regulations 2015 and evidence of safety-first site management and auditing.
- A good practical knowledge of project management practices and ideally be certified/qualified at a practitioner level – Prince2 or equivalent
- Familiarity with project management software (e.g., MS Project, Primavera, or similar). Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel and PowerPoint.
- Experience in supporting project cost controls and budgeting.
- Strong analytical skills with attention to detail for effective risk management, scheduling, and problem-solving.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills; able to convey complex information clearly and concisely. Evidenced ability of managing diverse stakeholder relationships.
- Ability to prioritize tasks and manage time effectively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
Creating a place we all belong at Global
We are dedicated to creating a place where different voices are represented, amplified and celebrated. We know that we can’t serve our diverse audiences without first celebrating it in our people, which is why we’re passionate about creating an inclusive culture where every Globaller can belong. So, no matter who you are or where you are from, you can find your place at Global.
As a business, we believe in the importance of a healthy work-life balance and the value of a flexible and agile workforce. Therefore, we operate a Smart Working approach. If you need us to make any reasonable adjustments during your recruitment process, drop us an email at [email protected], we’ll be happy to help.
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What We Do
The UK and Europe’s largest Radio & Outdoor company, Global is home to respected, national market-leading media brands broadcasting across the UK on DAB & FM and around the world on Global Player, including Heart, Capital, LBC, Capital XTRA, Capital Dance, Classic FM, Smooth, Radio X and Gold.
Global Player allows listeners to enjoy all of Global’s radio brands, award-winning podcasts, and expertly curated playlists, in one place in app, on web and on smart speakers.
Global is also one of the leading Outdoor companies in both the UK & Europe, with over 253,000 sites reaching 95% of the UK population. Global’s extensive and diverse outdoor portfolio encompasses Transport for London’s Underground network, almost all major UK airports including Gatwick, the UK’s largest portfolio of roadside posters and premium digital screens in prime locations, as well as the UK’s largest network of buses including all major cities.
On-air, on Global Player and with our outdoor platforms combined, Global reaches 51 million individuals across the UK every week, including 26.3 million on the radio alone.