Civils Project Manager

NMS Recruit Ltd t/a Russell Taylor Group; Chester; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary package

Company vehicle or car allowance

Pension scheme

Ongoing professional development

Job summary

Russell Taylor Group is recruiting a Civils Project Manager to oversee a portfolio of civil engineering projects across Cheshire, North Wales and the North West. You will manage multiple projects from inception through handover, ensuring programmes, budget and quality targets are met while maintaining health & safety standards.

The successful candidate will lead site teams, liaise with clients and subcontractors, and drive commercial performance.

Qualifications

• Proven PM experience in civil engineering projects.
• Strong knowledge of reinforced concrete, retaining walls, drainage and highways.
• Experience with NEC contracts is a plus.
• Full UK driving licence and ability to manage site teams.

Responsibilities

• Manage civil engineering projects from inception to handover.
• Lead and support site managers, site agents and engineering teams.
• Plan and monitor programmes, budgets and resources.
• Ensure safety, schedule and quality compliance on all projects.
• Build relationships with clients, consultants and subcontractors.
• Manage risks, variations and reporting to stakeholders.

Skills

SMSTS

CSCS Manager Card

First Aid at Work

Driving Licence

Education

HNC/HND or Degree in Civil Engineering/Construction Management

Chartered status / CIOB or ICE (desirable)

Job description

Civils Project Manager

Location: North West / Cheshire / North Wales

Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent

Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience

Due to continued growth, we are looking to recruit an experienced Civils Project Manager to oversee a portfolio of civil engineering projects across Cheshire, North Wales and the North West.

The successful candidate will have a proven track record of delivering reinforced concrete structures, retaining walls, earthworks, drainage, highways, and general civil engineering projects safely, on time, and within budget.

The Role

As Project Manager, you will be responsible for managing multiple projects from pre-start through to completion, ensuring programme, quality, commercial performance, and health & safety objectives are achieved.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage civil engineering projects from inception to handover.
• Lead and support Site Managers, Site Agents, and engineering teams.
• Plan and monitor project programmes, budgets, and resources.
• Ensure projects are delivered safely, on schedule, and to specification.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, consultants, and subcontractors.
• Manage project risks, variations, and reporting.
• Ensure compliance with company procedures and health & safety legislation.
• Attend client and progress meetings and provide regular project updates.

Essential Requirements

• Proven experience as a Project Manager within the civil engineering sector.
• Strong knowledge of reinforced concrete, retaining walls, drainage, highways, and general civils.
• SMSTS
• CSCS (Manager Card)
• First Aid at Work
• Excellent leadership, organisational, and communication skills.
• Commercial awareness and programme management experience.
• Full UK Driving Licence.

Desirable

• HNC/HND or Degree in Civil Engineering or Construction Management.
• Temporary Works Coordinator.
• Experience working under NEC contracts.
• Chartered or working towards professional accreditation (ICE/CIOB).

What We Offer

• Competitive salary/package.
• Company vehicle or car allowance.
• Pension scheme.
• Ongoing professional development and training.
• Opportunity to work on a diverse range of civil engineering projects with a growing contractor.

Important Information

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