Kamyus Metrane

Like any project manager, I'm responsible for the overall performance of a number of projects. So that would include the management of costs, programme and resource, liaising pretty much constantly with the client, suppliers and subcontractors, and also ensuring all CDM documentation is correct and in place. There's also a reporting requirement to the job - I have to send monthly progress reports to both our MD and CD and send KPI information to Network Rail. I'm also there to support the team, both on track and off. It's not all about work - as far as I'm concerned, I've got a responsibility to look out for the people working on my project. If I can help them in any way, I will.

Every day is different - there's no such thing as a typical day! Every week, though, I have to do pretty much the same things. On Monday I'll approve all timesheets and update cost and sales on all projects I'm managing. I'll then attend various planning meetings to discuss upcoming works and outstanding items or queries. On a Tuesday morning I'll go to our weekly labour allocation meeting to help allocate all staff across the business, spending the afternoon discussing various metrics with the management team. There's a lot of meetings involved in this job, many of them with clients and suppliers to ensure all parties are aligned with the outputs expected. If there are any tendering opportunities, I'll play a part in that and, towards the end of the week, I'll make sure that all paperwork and joining instructions are sorted for the next week on site.

Organisational skills are essential - but I guess that applies to so many of the roles at Amaro, especially the office and supervisory roles. The ability to multi-task is important as is a strong work ethic and a conscientious mindset. For me, I'm only as good as my last project so I put everything into making sure it goes off without a hitch.

The fast pace of project management is a massive selling point for me - and the sheer variety of tasks and challenges I come across. The environment is constantly changing so it's just impossible to get bored, and the people here are some of the best I've ever worked with.

I've been at Amaro for nearly five years now and, although I joined as a planning manager, within just over eighteen months I was promoted to project manager. That's what I love about working here - you're not pigeonholed because of your job title or your previous experience. Your abilities are immediately recognised and, if someone spots something in you, you'll be supported and mentored to get where you want to go.

Ever since I've joined, Micky (our MD) has pushed me to develop myself, upskilling via training whether that be external or internal, making sure I've always had a clear plan in place to get me where I want to be professionally.

Of course I would, yes. For me it's all about great people and great progression opportunities. We've got such a good team here - I'd struggle to imagine working anywhere else, I'll be honest. And the promotion and improvement prospects for those already within the team are excellent.