Project Manager

Construction; Barrow-in-Furness; Hybrid; GBP 68,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Car allowance/Company car

Company pension

Private medical insurance

Life assurance

Employee Assistance Programme

Flexible benefits and salary sacrifice

Leadership training and ongoing PD

Long-term career progression

Job summary

Construction is seeking an experienced Project Manager to lead civil engineering and water infrastructure initiatives across Cumbria. You will oversee design through to completion, manage programmes, budgets and on-site teams, ensuring NEC compliance and robust documentation.

The role demands proven project delivery experience, strong leadership, and familiarity with Primavera P6 and CDM regulations. Barrow-in-Furness location with a long-term programme and progression opportunities.

Qualifications

• Proven experience managing civil engineering or infrastructure construction projects.
• Strong understanding of construction programming, commercial management and cost control.
• Working knowledge of NEC contracts and associated contractual procedures.
• Experience using Primavera P6 or equivalent planning software.
• Degree, HNC or equivalent qualification in Civil Engineering.
• SMSTS, CSCS Manager's Card and NEBOSH Construction Certificate.
• Good knowledge of CDM Regulations, design management and construction risk management.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to manage multidisciplinary teams and deliver projects with minimal supervision.

Responsibilities

• Manage civil engineering projects from design and pre-construction through to completion and handover.
• Oversee construction programmes, budgets, resources and subcontractor performance.
• Produce financial forecasts, monitor project costs and report on commercial performance.
• Manage project risks, technical challenges and design coordination.
• Ensure compliance with NEC contracts, including Early Warnings and Compensation Events.
• Lead site teams, chair progress meetings and maintain effective communication with clients, consultants and stakeholders.
• Oversee health, safety, environmental and quality standards throughout project delivery.
• Ensure accurate project documentation, including RAMS, inspection and test plans, as-built drawings and handover records.

Skills

Leadership

Contract management

Risk management

CDM knowledge

Education

Degree / HNC in Civil Engineering

NEBOSH Construction Certificate

CSCS Manager's Card

Tools

Primavera P6

Job description

Project Manager: Civil Engineering & Water Infrastructure

We are recruiting an experienced Project Manager to join a leading UK civil engineering and infrastructure contractor, delivering major water and wastewater infrastructure projects across Cumbria.

This is an opportunity to join an established, privately owned business with over 40 years of experience, a strong pipeline of secured work and a reputation for delivering complex infrastructure schemes.

Why consider this opportunity?

• Long-term project security: Work on major water infrastructure investment programmes, including wastewater network upgrades and associated civil engineering works.
• Project ownership: Take responsibility for delivering multiple projects from design through to completion, managing programmes, commercial performance and site teams.
• Career development: Join an established Tier 1 infrastructure contractor with a strong record of internal progression, professional development and investment in its people.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage civil engineering projects from design and pre-construction through to completion and handover.
• Oversee construction programmes, budgets, resources and subcontractor performance.
• Produce financial forecasts, monitor project costs and report on commercial performance.
• Manage project risks, technical challenges and design coordination.
• Ensure compliance with NEC contracts, including Early Warnings and Compensation Events.
• Lead site teams, chair progress meetings and maintain effective communication with clients, consultants and stakeholders.
• Oversee health, safety, environmental and quality standards throughout project delivery.
• Ensure accurate project documentation, including RAMS, inspection and test plans, as-built drawings and handover records.

Experience & Qualifications

• Proven experience managing civil engineering or infrastructure construction projects.
• Strong understanding of construction programming, commercial management and cost control.
• Working knowledge of NEC contracts and associated contractual procedures.
• Experience using Primavera P6 or equivalent planning software.
• Degree, HNC or equivalent qualification in Civil Engineering.
• SMSTS, CSCS Manager's Card and NEBOSH Construction Certificate.
• Good knowledge of CDM Regulations, design management and construction risk management.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to manage multidisciplinary teams and deliver projects with minimal supervision.

Experience delivering water, wastewater, utilities or heavy civil engineering projects would be particularly relevant.

Salary & Benefits

Location: Barrow-in-Furness, Cumbria

Salary: Up to 75,000 per annum, depending on experience

Package includes:

• Car allowance/Company car
• Company pension
• Private medical insurance
• Life assurance
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Flexible benefits and salary sacrifice schemes
• Leadership training and ongoing professional development
• Long-term career progression opportunities