Project Manager

Jackson Civil Engineering Ltd; Crossbush; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Life assurance cover

Company car or car allowance

Company pension scheme (8% match)

25 days holiday + bank holidays

Hybrid working

Free on-site parking

Job summary

Jackson Civil Engineering Ltd is seeking a Project Manager to oversee civil engineering projects across Kent and East Sussex, delivering current and future works in collaboration with operations, clients and suppliers. The role supports project delivery across the region with a focus on meeting programme and budget targets.

Ideal candidates will have senior site management experience on main contractor projects, including highways and heavy civil schemes, with strong leadership, communication

Qualifications

• Experience as a Senior Site Agent or Project Manager on civil engineering projects.
• Strong knowledge of highways, structures and heavy civil schemes.
• Proven people management, communication and delegation skills.

Responsibilities

• Management of site staff, operatives and sub-contractors.
• Prepare method statements, risk assessments and project management plans.
• Monitor tender allowances and contract budgets.
• Prepare and monitor programmes of work.
• Foster client relations and coordinate with supply chain partners.
• Manage design coordination and engage sub-contractors.
• Ensure timely and profitable completion of contracts.
• Supervise and mentor junior staff.

Job description

We are looking to recruit a Project Manager to manage projects across the Kent and East Sussex area. We have secured several new projects in the region and have a strong pipeline of further opportunities. The successful candidate will play a key role in delivering current and future projects, working closely with our operational teams, clients and supply chain partners. Ideally, the successful candidate will be based within the wider Kent and East Sussex area to support project delivery across the region.

Main Duties

• Management of site staff, operatives and sub-contractors.
• Provide method statements, hazard risk assessments and Project Management plans.
• Understand tender allowances and monitor contract loss against agreed budgets.
• Preparing and monitoring programmes of work.
• Foster good relations and reputation with clients.
• Manage design co-ordination.
• Assessment and engagement of sub-contractors.
• Manage contracts to ensure timely and profitable completion of contracts.
• Supervise, mentor and assist in the career development of junior staff.

Requirements

The successful candidate will have experience working for a main contractor on civil engineering projects, with a strong background in highways, structures and heavy civil engineering schemes.

You will possess excellent technical knowledge alongside proven people management experience, with the ability to lead teams effectively, communicate confidently with a range of stakeholders, and delegate responsibilities appropriately to ensure successful project delivery. Applicants should be an experienced Senior Site Agent or Project Manager and hold a relevant industry qualification (HND, HNC, BEng or equivalent), together with a valid SMSTS qualification, appropriate CSCS card and Temporary Works Coordinator qualification. A First Aid at Work qualification is desirable, and knowledge of NEC contracts would be advantageous. Due to the nature of the role, the successful candidate must be willing to travel throughout our Southern Region and hold a full UK driving licence.

Benefits

• Life assurance cover (4x annual salary)
• Company car or car allowance
• Company pension scheme (we match up to 8%)
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays (with an option of buying more holiday)
• Extensive training programmes
• Cycle-to-work scheme
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Employee benefits platform
• Hybrid working
• Free on-site parking
• Company social calendar
• Regular fun days and a broad range of charity events
• A supportive business that genuinely wants to help you progress in your career.
• 'The Great Escape' - leaving work early every Friday!