Package Manager

RTL Group Ltd; Taunton; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading civil engineering contractor in Taunton is seeking an experienced Package Manager for a 6 to 8-month contract on an earthworks and RC structures project. Responsibilities include managing civil works packages, coordinating teams, and ensuring safety compliance. Ideal candidates should have over 5 years of relevant experience, strong site management skills, and necessary qualifications. This role offers the potential for contract extension based on project progress.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years' experience in civil engineering project delivery.
• Strong background in managing subcontract packages, ideally within heavy civils.
• Proven site management or engineering leadership experience.
• SMSTS, CSCS (Gold/Black), and First Aid qualifications essential.

Responsibilities

• Manage the delivery of civil works packages including structures and drainage.
• Coordinate subcontractors, suppliers, and internal teams.
• Drive productivity and monitor programme milestones.

Skills

Project delivery

Site management

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Coordination skills

Job description

Overview

RTL Group are currently seeking an experienced Package Manager to join a leading civil engineering contractor on an earthworks and RC structures project in Taunton. This is a 6 to 8-month contract, with the potential for extension depending on project progress.

Responsibilities

• Manage the delivery of assigned civil works packages (structures, drainage, earthworks, utilities, etc.)
• Coordinate subcontractors, suppliers, and internal engineering teams
• Review RAMS, permits, and ITPs to ensure safety and compliance
• Drive productivity while monitoring programme milestones and reporting risks
• Liaise with commercial teams to support valuations, variations, and procurement
• Ensure QA processes and handover documentation are followed
• Attend daily site coordination and progress meetings

Requirements

• Minimum 5 years' experience in civil engineering project delivery
• Strong background in managing subcontract packages - ideally within highways, infrastructure, or heavy civils
• Proven site management or engineering leadership experience
• SMSTS, CSCS (Gold/Black), and First Aid qualifications essential
• Ability to read technical drawings and work closely with engineering teams
• Excellent communication, organisational and coordination skills
• Experience working under NEC or similar contracts desirable

If this role sounds of interest please apply and one of my team will be in touch