Senior Project Manager (Civil Engineer)

On behalf of our client, a well-established company in the local and EU constructions area, we are currently looking for a self-driven Senior Project Manager (Civil Engineer), to join their construction team based in Athens or Thessaloniki.

A day in the life of a ‘Senior Project Manager (Civil Engineer)’

• The management and supervision of large building projects of the group. Mainly in Building Private projects
• Responsible for coordinating and managing the team working on the project. This includes assigning tasks, monitoring work progress, and encouraging teamwork
• Responsible for organizing and supervising construction. This includes coordinating all activities on site and ensuring that the project proceeds according to specifications, on schedule and within budget
• Responsibility to ensure safety practices are followed at the site. This includes training workers on safety issues and keeping the site in good condition to avoid accidents
• Work with suppliers and subcontractors to provide materials, equipment and skilled labor
• Responsibility of maintaining continuous and effective communication with assigned clients. Providing regular updates on project progress, managing expectations and responding to any concerns or requests
• Dealing with any challenges or problems that arise during construction.
• Reporting to the Technical Director, maintaining cooperative and effective relations with the Company's Departments (Procurement, Accounting, etc.)

Qualifications

• Leadership Skills: The ability to lead, inspire and motivate the team to achieve common goals
• Management Skills: Ability to plan, organize, and manage teams, projects’ budget, safety issues, quality etc.
• Decision-Making Ability: To be able to make decisions quickly and efficiently, especially in cases where urgent solutions are required
• Problem Solving Skills: Be able to identify and solve problems that arise during construction
• Persistence and Managing Difficulties: Persistence in achieving goals, even when obstacles and difficulties arise
• Flexibility and Adaptability: Adapt to changes and unforeseen situations with composure and efficiency
• Communication skills: Must be able to communicate effectively with suppliers, teams, customers and other departments of the company
• Familiarity with Administrative Structures: Must know and be familiar with the procedures and administrative structures of large technical companies
• Knowledge of Legislation and Regulations: Knowledge of the legislation and regulations governing construction projects. Perception and understanding of the legal terms of project contracts

In addition

• University Degree in Civil Engineering
• Fluency in English
• Ability to travel according to the projects’ needs

Work Experience

• At least 15 years of experience in the Construction Industry of which at least 5 years in Project Management positions
• Experience on at least 1 construction/building project with a budget of more than 5 million

Benefits

• Group Insurance Program
• Learning budget for courses and certifications
• Goal achievement bonus
• Transportation/Accommodation package and extra allowance for off-sites
• Employees check-up
• Full equipment package
• Healthy habits program
• Employee wellbeing