Project Manager

Carrington West; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading civil engineering contractor is seeking an experienced Civils Project Manager to oversee high-impact infrastructure projects in Cambridge and Peterborough. The role involves leading teams, managing project documentation, and ensuring safety and quality standards. Ideal candidates will have a strong background in civil engineering, excellent leadership skills, and relevant qualifications.

Benefits

Company car or allowance

Enhanced pension contribution (up to 8%)

25 days' holiday plus bank holidays

Life assurance (4x salary)

Training and career progression support

Cycle to work scheme

Employee wellbeing platform

Regular social events

Qualifications

• Strong background in civil engineering project management.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills.
• Ability to manage change and deadlines effectively.

Responsibilities

• Leading site teams and subcontractors to deliver projects safely.
• Preparing project documentation and managing contracts.
• Maintaining relationships with clients and overseeing design coordination.

Skills

Communication

Leadership

Project Management

Change Management

Education

HND, HNC, BEng or equivalent

Tools

SMSTS Certification

CSCS Certification

First Aid at Work Certification

Job description

Civils Project Manager

Location: Cambridge and Peterborough

Salary: Up to £75,000 + Car/Allowance + Benefits

Type: Permanent

We're working with a well-established civil engineering contractor seeking an experienced Project Manager to oversee schemes across the Eastern region, covering Cambridge and Peterborough. This role involves leading a variety of challenging and high-impact infrastructure projects, including highways schemes.

This position is ideal for a proven leader in civil engineering who enjoys managing technically complex projects and developing teams.

Responsibilities:

1. Leading site teams, operatives, and subcontractors to deliver schemes safely and on schedule.
2. Preparing and implementing project documentation, including method statements, risk assessments, and management plans.
3. Monitoring contract performance against programme and budget.
4. Maintaining strong relationships with clients and consultants throughout the project lifecycle.
5. Overseeing design coordination and liaising with technical teams.
6. Supporting commercial teams with subcontractor assessment and procurement.
7. Mentoring and developing junior staff and engineers.
8. Championing health, safety, quality, and environmental standards.

Candidate Requirements:

1. Strong background in civil engineering project management.
2. Excellent communication and leadership skills.
3. Ability to manage change, deadlines, and subcontract packages effectively.
4. Relevant civil engineering qualification (HND, HNC, BEng, or equivalent).
5. Valid SMSTS and CSCS certifications.
6. First Aid at Work certification (preferred but not essential).
7. Right to work in the UK.

Benefits:

1. Company car or allowance.
2. Enhanced pension contribution (up to 8%).
3. 25 days' holiday plus bank holidays, with option to buy additional days.
4. Life assurance (4x salary).
5. Training and career progression support.
6. Cycle to work scheme and employee wellbeing platform.
7. Regular social events.

Application Information:

If you thrive in a hands-on project management role within infrastructure projects and want to join a supportive, forward-thinking contractor, please contact me for a confidential chat at 02393876023.

Even if this role isn't the perfect fit, we are always interested in discussing opportunities across the UK in civil engineering. Feel free to send your CV for consideration or to discuss future opportunities. Our Highways, Transport & Infrastructure division is the fastest growing in the country, with over 100 years of combined experience.

Contact Toula Raftopoulou at Carrington West for more information.

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