Highway Project Manager

Project Manager - Civil Engineering & Infrastructure
Lead Major Civil Engineering Projects with a Growing Contractor
My client is looking to appoint an experienced and driven Project Manager to oversee the successful delivery of major civil engineering and infrastructure schemes across the UK. This is an excellent opportunity for a Project Manager looking to take ownership of high-profile projects valued at £5 million+ within a well-established and expanding contractor.
As a Project Manager, you will play a key role in leading project teams, driving programme delivery and ensuring projects are completed safely, efficiently and to the highest standards.
Salary is dependent on experience, with a salary around £71,000 plus package and additional benefits.
Join a Business That Invests in Leadership and Development
My client has built a strong reputation within the infrastructure and civil engineering sector through quality project delivery, innovation and investment in people. This Project Manager role offers long-term career progression opportunities within a collaborative and supportive business that values leadership, accountability and continuous improvement.
You will be working closely with operational, commercial and technical teams while leading major infrastructure schemes from pre-construction through to successful completion.
What You Will Be Doing
As Project Manager, you will be responsible for leading the delivery of complex civil engineering projects while managing teams, programme performance, commercial awareness and stakeholder relationships.
You will be doing the following:
·Managing the successful delivery of civil engineering projects valued at £5 million+
·Leading and managing teams of five or more staff across project operations
·Taking ownership of programme delivery, project performance and operational challenges
·Developing project programmes and supporting monthly programme updates
·Reviewing and approving weekly programmes produced by team members
·Producing Construction Phase Plans and Construction Environmental Management Plans independently
·Ensuring projects are delivered safely and in accordance with health, safety and environmental standards
·Promoting innovation and identifying opportunities to improve cost and programme efficiencies
·Supporting and mentoring Engineers and Site Agents to aid career development
·Managing technical issues independently and providing practical project solutions
·Ensuring effective management of project information including TQs and documentation
·Supporting monthly commercial reporting processes including CVR production with commercial teams
·Demonstrating understanding of NEC and JCT contract requirements and responsibilities
·Managing subcontractor relationships and communicating project requirements effectively
·Producing monthly management and board reporting packs independently
·Delivering project presentations to clients and stakeholders confidently
·Supporting project claims through accurate record keeping and reporting
·Driving quality standards across projects and ensuring defective works are closed out promptly
·Attending and contributing to HSEQ meetings and internal working groups
·Identifying and supporting the development of future managers within the business
Skills and Experience Required
To be considered for this Project Manager role, my client is looking for candidates with the following:
·Previous experience managing major civil engineering or infrastructure projects valued at £5 million+
·Experience managing teams of five or more staff successfully
·Membership of a recognised professional body such as ICE or CIOB
·Leadership training or management development experience
·Strong understanding of NEC and/or JCT contracts
·Good understanding of planning software and programme management
·Ability to lead project delivery while maintaining strong health, safety and environmental standards
·Strong communication and stakeholder management skills
·Commercial awareness and understanding of CVR reporting processes
·Ability to mentor and develop junior team members effectively
·Proactive and solutions-focused approach to project challenges
The following would also be beneficial:
·Experience delivering highways, infrastructure or major civil engineering schemes
·Experience producing CPP and CEMP documentation independently
·Experience presenting to clients and senior leadership teams
·Strong understanding of quality assurance and auditing processes
Salary, Package and Benefits
·Salary dependent on experience - around £71,000
·Competitive benefits package
·Long-term career progression opportunities
·Ongoing leadership and professional development
·Opportunity to lead major infrastructure projects
·Supportive and collaborative working environment
Working Pattern and Location
This role will involve managing site-based civil engineering and infrastructure projects while working closely with operational, technical and commercial teams.
My client is seeking a motivated and experienced Project Manager who can lead teams effectively, maintain high standards and contribute to the continued success of the business.
Interested?
If you are a Project Manager looking for your next opportunity within civil engineering and infrastructure, please apply with your updated CV today.
FOOTNOTE:
If you feel that you are right for this role technically, but the salary, location or seniority does not suit you specifically then please still feel free to send us your CV. We constantly recruit for roles very similar to this one at all levels UK Wide. We are always keen to chat with you discreetly about your employment situation.
Even if you are happy in your current role for now, we always welcome calls from Highways professionals keen to make their introductions for future months or years. Carrington West's Highways, Transport & Infrastructure division is the fastest growing in the country, our specialist team has a combined over 100+ years' experience in this market. Please call Jordan Townley at Carrington West on (phone number removed) or email (url removed) for more information.
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