Project Manager

People Group; Brize Norton; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading contractor in the UK is seeking an experienced Project Manager to manage a £50m paving and earthwork package within a significant infrastructure project scheduled for completion in 2027. The role includes overseeing subcontractor performance, creating detailed project programmes, and ensuring effective communication across stakeholders. Ideal candidates will have a robust project management background and the capability to drive projects at pace. This position offers strong career progression and job security.

Benefits

Clear progression opportunities

High job security

Supportive culture and recognition

Qualifications

• Experienced Project Manager with a track record in managing complex projects.
• Proven ability to manage subcontractors and oversee large-scale projects.
• Strong coordination skills with multiple teams and packages.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage a £50m paving and earthwork package.
• Oversee subcontractor performance on-site.
• Create and maintain detailed project programmes.
• Ensure excellent communication with all stakeholders.
• Report on project performance metrics.

Skills

Project management

Stakeholder communication

Team coordination

Programme management

Job description

Project Manager - Tier 1 Contractor

Paving and Earthwork Package

Major Infrastructure Project

Why join us

This company offers a range of strong benefits that make it an excellent place to build a long term career:

• Clear and accelerated progression for those who work hard
• High level of job security with a strong track record of retention
• Opportunity to move across different sectors and project types nationwide
• Supportive culture with genuine recognition for effort and achievement
• Chance to take ownership of major packages within a landmark programme

About the project

We are seeking an experienced Project Manager to lead a significant paving and earthwork package valued at £50m within a major infrastructure programme scheduled to complete in 2027. The wider project is valued at £180m and will continue to operate in a live environment until August. Following this period, there will be a concentrated three month window to deliver £80m worth of works. This will be the peak activity period, and your leadership will be essential to keep the package progressing smoothly and safely.

The role

As Project Manager, you will oversee the paving and earthwork package, managing specialist subcontractors and driving the programme with confidence. You will create accurate programmes, manage progress on site, and maintain excellent coordination with other active packages to ensure that all interfaces run smoothly.

Key responsibilities

• Lead the £50m paving and earthwork package from planning to delivery
• Manage subcontractor performance and site activity
• Write and maintain detailed project programmes
• Coordinate teams working between and around other packages
• Maintain strong communication across all stakeholders
• Report on performance, including burn rate and progress

About you

You will be a capable and hands‑on Project Manager, ideally with experience working for a Tier 2 contractor. You must have managed complex packages of similar value and scale. Aviation experience is not essential, but confidence in managing live interfaces, navigating multiple teams, and driving work at pace is crucial.

Piqued your interest? Then please feel free to reach out to us with a copy of your CV (it doesn’t have to be up to date) or call Jack - 07398 619353

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