Project Manager

Project Manager - Civils EV Infrastructure

Location: Fareham Hampshire 

Employment type: Full time

Working Hours: Monday to Friday 45 Hours per week  

What’s in it for you… 

We believe in looking after our people, and it shows. When you join Ipsum, you’re not just taking a job — you’re starting a career with real support behind it.?? 

Annual leave plus bank holidays  

Option to buy up to 5 additional holidays 

Group Personal Pension Plan 

Career development & progression with the opportunity to earn professional qualifications  

24/7 access to a virtual GP??and Mental health support & counselling services?? 

Cycle to Work scheme?? 

Discount club - supermarkets, phone bills, gyms & more?!? 

Life assurance cover?? 

Long service recognition?? 

Enhanced Maternity Pay 

Paid volunteering opportunities in your community?? 

About the role… 

We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced and driven Project Manager Civils (EV Infrastructure) to join our team, with a strong focus on civil engineering delivery within the Electric Vehicle (EV) infrastructure sector.

This role is primarily responsible for managing civils build teams delivering groundworks, ducting, cabling routes, and associated infrastructure works across multiple sites.

The successful candidate will take full ownership of projects from planning through to completion—ensuring works are delivered safely, on time, within budget, and to specification.

As a Project Manager – Civils / EV Infrastructure  Reporting directly to the Head of EV Operations, you will:

Lead and manage civils build teams across multiple live sites

Oversee delivery of groundworks, trenching, duct installation, reinstatement, and associated civils works

Ensure all works are delivered in line with drawings, specifications, and build programmes

Plan and coordinate site activities, labour, plant, and materials

Monitor productivity and performance of civils teams on-site

Ensure strict adherence to health & safety regulations, delivering toolbox talks and conducting site audits

Report near misses, incidents, and observations, driving a proactive safety culture

Manage project costs, track spend, and report on variances against budget

Liaise with clients, local authorities, and stakeholders where required

Coordinate with internal teams (design, electrical, commercial) to ensure smooth project delivery

Maintain accurate site records and documentation using systems such as SharePoint

Attend site meetings and progress reviews with clients and senior management

Manage multiple projects simultaneously while maintaining programme targets

Be willing to travel and stay away from home during the working week as required

About you… 

Strong background in civil engineering and site delivery, with hands-on experience managing teams in a live construction environment.

Essential:

SMSTS qualification

NRSWA Streetworks Supervisor qualification

Proven experience managing civils / groundworks teams

Strong knowledge of highways works, reinstatement, ducting, and utility installations

Experience working on multi-site civils projects

Strong understanding of health & safety in a construction environment

Ability to read and interpret drawings and site plans

Excellent organisational and planning skills

Full UK driving licence

Desirable:

Experience within Utilities or EV infrastructure projects

Knowledge of permit schemes and local authority requirements

Experience working alongside electrical installation teams

What We’re Looking For

A hands-on Project Manager who understands how civils work actually gets delivered on-site

Strong leadership with the ability to drive performance from field teams

A practical problem-solver who can react quickly to site challenges

Someone comfortable working in a fast-paced, multi-site environment

Our commitment to Equal Opportunities... 

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Next steps... 

If you’re interested in this opportunity, please apply or reach out to the Talent Team for more info