NEC Project Manager

Carrington West; North East; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruiting firm is seeking an experienced NEC Project Manager in the North East of England to oversee highways and public realm projects. This role involves leading contract administration and ensuring project delivery on time and within budget. The ideal candidate will have significant experience in NEC contract management and a strong track record in infrastructure projects. Excellent communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively with diverse stakeholders are essential. Competitive compensation is offered alongside opportunities for career advancement.

Qualifications

• Proven background as a Project Manager on significant infrastructure or highways schemes.
• Hands-on NEC contract management expertise is essential.
• Experience managing live construction environments.

Responsibilities

• Lead the full lifecycle delivery of highways schemes under NEC contracts.
• Manage NEC contract administration including warnings and progress reporting.
• Act as primary client representative on site.

Skills

NEC contract management

Project leadership

Commercial management

Communication skills

Education

NEC accreditation

Job description

NEC Project Manager Vacancy

Our client in the North East is urgently seeking an experienced NEC Project Manager to take ownership of a portfolio of major highways and public realm projects. This is a critical appointment to support the successful delivery of high-value schemes already in construction while preparing for a new pipeline of works due to launch in the spring.

About the Role

This position requires someone who is highly experienced in NEC contract management, confident leading on‑site operations, and able to drive projects forward at pace. You will be the go‑to project lead, responsible for contractual, commercial, technical, and coordination aspects from inception to completion.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the full lifecycle delivery of various highways schemes under NEC contracts.
• Manage all NEC contract administration including early warnings, compensation events, programme updates, and contractual communications.
• Provide strong on‑site project leadership, monitoring progress, quality, safety, and contractor performance.
• Act as the primary client representative on site, ensuring smooth coordination between project teams, contractors, and stakeholders.
• Produce and oversee project planning, schedule tracking, and risk management activities.
• Manage progress reporting, cost monitoring, and commercial controls.
• Coordinate with internal teams, external partners, and third parties to resolve issues and maintain programme integrity.
• Offer day‑to‑day civil engineering support and guidance to the wider service team.
• Ensure schemes are delivered to design, specification, budget, and programme requirements.

About You

• Proven background as a Project Manager delivering significant infrastructure, highways, or public realm schemes.
• Strong, hands‑on NEC contract management expertise is essential.
• NEC accreditation (or working towards) is highly desirable.
• Experience managing live construction environments and leading on‑site project delivery.
• Skilled in commercial management, contract administration, and progress / cost reporting.
• Proactive and able to embed yourself within the project team on site.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to collaborate effectively across multiple stakeholders.

FOOTNOTE

If you feel that you are right for this role technically, but the rate, 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, Traffic & Transportation professionals keen to make their introductions for future months or years. Our specialist team has a combined 40+ years' experience in this market. Please call Charlie at Carrington West on 02393876024 for more information.

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