Lead Project Manager - Utilities & Civil Engineering (Site)

Doocey Group; Tipton; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Doocey Group is seeking a Project Manager in Tipton to lead multidisciplined teams and subcontractors, ensuring safe, on-time delivery of networks to the specified standards. You will coordinate site readiness, materials, and plant, while maintaining strong client relationships and programme control.

The role requires proven project management experience in utilities or civil sectors, with MS Project proficiency, risk and budget awareness, and a proactive, detail‑oriented approach in a

Qualifications

• Minimum required NRSWA Supervisor Card, SMSTS, NEBOSH/IOSH health and safety qualifications.
• Experience in utilities/civil engineering projects with multi-stakeholder management.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Project and MS Office.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage multi-disciplinary operational teams and subcontractors to deliver projects safely, compliantly, on time and within budget.
• Act as the primary client contact, leading site meetings and maintaining strong stakeholder relationships.
• Develop, manage and monitor project programmes, including critical path planning and forecasting.
• Ensure all SHEQ, operational and project documentation is completed accurately and submitted within required timescales.
• Ensure sites are fully prepared for construction, with labour, plant and materials available as required.
• Oversee the safe and compliant construction of network assets in accordance with approved designs, specifications and industry standards.
• Manage direct labour and subcontractors to achieve productivity, quality and performance targets.
• Monitor project costs, budgets and resources to maximise efficiency and minimise waste.
• Manage project variations and changes, ensuring accurate documentation and communication.
• Maintain accurate records of project progress, site activities and asset information.
• Provide technical guidance and support to clients, contractors and internal teams.
• Lead incident investigations and ensure timely completion of corrective actions.
• Conduct site inspections and audits to ensure compliance with company, client and regulatory standards.
• Manage the performance, competency and development of direct reports and contractors.
• Work closely with the PMO and wider business to drive continuous improvement and successful project delivery.

Skills

Project management

Stakeholder management

MS Project

Communication

Leadership

Time management

Education

NRSWA Supervisor Card

SMSTS qualification

NEBOSH Construction Certificate

IOSH Managing Safely

GCSE/Equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

Microsoft Project

Excel

Word

PowerPoint

Job description

Doocey Group is seeking a Project Manager in Tipton to lead multidisciplined teams and subcontractors, ensuring safe, on-time delivery of networks to the specified standards. You will coordinate site readiness, materials, and plant, while maintaining strong client relationships and programme control.

The role requires proven project management experience in utilities or civil sectors, with MS Project proficiency, risk and budget awareness, and a proactive, detail‑oriented approach in a