Highways Project Manager

PRG; England; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable infrastructure organisation in the United Kingdom seeks a skilled Highways Project Manager to oversee major highways and civil engineering projects. You will manage on-site operations and contractor performance, ensuring compliance with NEC3/NEC4 contracts. The ideal candidate has substantial project management experience and excels in stakeholder engagement. This role offers the chance to impact community infrastructure projects significantly.

Qualifications

• Proven experience managing highways or major civil engineering projects.
• Strong knowledge of NEC3/NEC4 contract management.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead delivery of highways and civils schemes on-site.
• Administer NEC3/NEC4 contracts and manage correspondence.
• Monitor project performance against programme, budget, and targets.

Skills

Project management

NEC3/NEC4 contract management

Team leadership

Stakeholder engagement

Health and safety compliance

Job description

Exciting Opportunity: Highways Project Manager (Contract)

Our Client, a reputable organisation operating within the infrastructure and civil engineering sector, is seeking a highly skilled Highways Project Manager to join a major highways and public realm development programme. Recognised for fostering a collaborative and innovative working environment, our Client prides itself on delivering high-quality projects through a commitment to excellence and sustainable growth. With a strong reputation for professional development and community impact, this is a fantastic place to advance your career and make a tangible difference.

Role Overview

This pivotal role has been created to support a strategic infrastructure initiative driven by a local authority. The successful candidate will act as the cornerstone of project delivery, ensuring seamless on‑site management and rigorous contract compliance. As a key member of the project team, you will oversee contractor performance and work closely with stakeholders to achieve project milestones efficiently, safely, and within scope. This is an excellent opportunity to influence high‑profile infrastructure projects and develop your expertise within a dynamic environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the delivery of highways and civils schemes on‑site, ensuring adherence to project timelines and standards.
• Administer NEC3/NEC4 contracts, including issuing and managing contractual correspondence such as Compensation Events, Early Warnings, and Programmes.
• Provide robust commercial oversight, reviewing contractor submissions and challenging proposals to optimise project value.
• Coordinate and oversee utility, design, and construction activities, ensuring alignment and smooth progression.
• Manage stakeholder engagement, reporting on progress, risks, and issues to maintain transparency and strong relationships.
• Monitor project performance against programme, budget, and quality targets, implementing corrective actions as required.
• Ensure health, safety, and environmental compliance throughout all project phases.

Essential Skills & Experience

• Proven experience managing highways or major civil engineering projects in a client‑side or local authority context.
• Strong knowledge and practical experience with NEC3/NEC4 contract management and administration.
• Demonstrable ability to lead large teams and coordinate multiple stakeholders effectively.
• Hands‑on experience with on‑site project delivery, including utilities and civils works.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills, with a focus on delivering high standards of safety and quality.

Desirable Attributes

• Quantity Surveying or commercial background with construction contract knowledge.
• Experience working within local authority projects or public sector infrastructure programmes.
• Ability to work flexible hours and be on‑site regularly to lead contractor interfaces effectively.

If you are a proactive, detail‑oriented Project Manager with a passion for delivering impactful infrastructure projects, we invite you to submit your CV for consideration. Join our Client's team and contribute to shaping essential community assets through your expertise and leadership.