Project Manager

Red Sky Personnel Ltd; Catmere End; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A respected civil engineering firm is seeking an experienced Project Manager to lead tunnelling projects across the UK. The candidate will be responsible for ensuring safety and high-quality delivery while maximizing commercial performance. Required qualifications include a degree in Civil Engineering and experience with Tunnel Boring Machines. This role offers the opportunity to manage technically demanding projects within a company committed to quality and innovation. Join a forward-thinking contractor known for its development of staff.

Qualifications

• Proven experience managing tunnelling and shaft projects in regulated environments.
• Hands-on experience with Tunnel Boring Machine operations.
• Broad civil engineering knowledge is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Lead site operations ensuring safety and high standards.
• Maximise commercial performance on contracts.
• Develop procurement schedules.
• Forecast costs and manage project scope.
• Report project risks to senior management.
• Maintain detailed site records.

Skills

Managing tunnelling projects

Tunnel Boring Machine (TBM) operations

Change management

Design interpretation

Commercial discipline

Education

Degree or HNC in Civil Engineering

SMSTS certification

Job description

Project Manager – Civil Engineering & Tunnelling

Location: Kent

Salary: Competitive (DOE)

Overview

A respected civil engineering and tunnelling contractor is seeking an experienced Project Manager to lead site activities across multiple UK locations. With over four decades of consistent growth and a reputation for excellence, the business is known for its award-winning safety culture and involvement in major national infrastructure projects.

The successful candidate will be responsible for delivering projects safely, efficiently, and to the highest quality standards, while ensuring strong commercial performance and effective management of project scope, resources, and risk.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead site operations to ensure safe, efficient, and high-standard delivery aligned with company expectations.
• Maximise commercial performance of assigned contracts.
• Develop procurement schedules and coordinate with the procurement team to ensure timely availability of labour, materials, and plant.
• Continuously forecast costs and resources, maintaining clear communication with the project team and accurately managing scope changes.
• Identify and report project risks and opportunities to senior management.
• Deliver works to the required quality standards, ensuring production and implementation of Project Plans, RAMS, ITPs, and waste management plans in line with company procedures.
• Maintain detailed site records and daily diaries.
• Drive commercial discipline on site, challenging assumptions and promoting cost-efficient delivery.
• Demonstrable ability to independently deliver complex projects with minimal supervision.

Person Specification

Experience & Background

• Proven experience managing tunnelling and shaft projects within highly regulated UK environments.
• Hands‑on experience with Tunnel Boring Machine (TBM) operations is essential.
• Broad civil engineering background is advantageous.

Technical Competencies

• Strong knowledge of NEC contracts, including contract and change management.
• Experienced in design management, programme and risk management, and production of CVRs (including cost control, forecasting and value assessments).
• Ability to interpret and challenge designs, resolving site issues effectively.

Qualifications

• Degree or HNC in Civil Engineering (minimum requirement).
• SMSTS certification.

Additional Information

This role offers the opportunity to lead high-profile, technically demanding projects within a business known for quality, innovation, and safety. The successful candidate will join a forward-thinking engineering contractor with strong values and a commitment to developing its people.