Project Manager

Reed Specialist Recruitment; East Hampshire; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing construction company in Southern England seeks a Project Manager to lead the highways division. You will manage a portfolio of infrastructure projects from tender to completion, ensuring safe and budget-conscious delivery. Candidates should have a degree in Civil Engineering or Construction Management, proven highways project experience, and strong leadership skills. The role offers competitive salary and benefits, including a car allowance.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Car/van allowance

Training programmes

Qualifications

• Proven experience delivering highways projects.
• Valid UK driving licence is required.
• Willingness to travel across Hampshire and Southern England.

Responsibilities

• Develop and grow highways management capabilities.
• Lead bids and secure new frameworks.
• Drive productivity and ensure compliance.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Client-facing skills

Education

Degree in Civil Engineering or Construction Management

Job description

Overview

Lead the Future of Highways - Project Manager (Southern England). This role is with a growing construction company expanding its highways division. Based out of the Hampshire office, you will oversee a portfolio of infrastructure projects across Hampshire and the South of England. You will lead the highways division and be responsible for the full lifecycle of projects from tender through to completion. Whether you are an established Project Manager or a Site Agent ready to take the next step, this role offers the chance to make a real impact.

Responsibilities

• Develop and grow the highways and project management capabilities
• Lead bids and secure new frameworks
• Drive productivity and innovation across projects
• Ensure safe, timely, and budget-conscious delivery
• Build strong client relationships and ensure compliance with industry standards

What’s on Offer

• Salary: Competitive, depending on experience
• Benefits: Car/van allowance
• Development: Internal and external training programmes, plus tailored development plans

Candidate Requirements

• Degree (or equivalent) in Civil Engineering or Construction Management
• Proven experience delivering highways projects
• Valid UK driving licence
• Willingness to travel across Hampshire and Southern England
• Strong leadership, communication, and client-facing skills

If you're ready to build something great and take the lead in shaping the future of infrastructure in the South East, we'd love to hear from you.