Project Manager

Carrington West; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in civil engineering seeks a Project Manager specializing in street lighting and communications systems for a 3-month contract in Nottingham. The role involves overseeing project delivery, managing budgets, and ensuring compliance with safety standards. This opportunity offers a competitive day rate and immediate start.

Benefits

Competitive day rate

Potential for contract extension

Dynamic project team

Qualifications

• Experience managing street lighting and communications infrastructure.
• Strong understanding of construction and highways environments.
• Full UK driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Oversee end-to-end delivery of street lighting and comms infrastructure.
• Coordinate with teams, subcontractors, and local authorities.
• Monitor project budgets, schedules, and progress.

Skills

Project Management

Communication Systems

Street Lighting

Health & Safety Compliance

Education

Proven background in civil engineering

SMSTS or similar safety qualification

Job description

Project Manager - Street Lighting & Comms (Civil Engineering)

Location: Nottingham, UK
Contract: 3-Month Rolling Contract
Start Date: ASAP

We are currently recruiting on behalf of a highly respected client in the civil engineering sector. They are seeking a Project Manager with essential experience in street lighting and communications systems to join their Nottingham-based team on a 3-month rolling contract.

Important Requirement - Please Read Before Applying:

Experience in both street lighting and communications systems within a civil engineering environment is essential for this role.

Key Responsibilities:

·Oversee end-to-end delivery of street lighting and comms infrastructure on civil engineering projects
·Coordinate with internal teams, subcontractors, suppliers, and local authorities
·Ensure all works comply with CDM regulations and health & safety standards
·Monitor project budgets, schedules, and progress
·Provide clear reporting to senior management and clients
·Attend site meetings and liaise with stakeholders as required

Essential Experience:

·Proven background as a Project Manager in civil engineering
·Direct experience managing street lighting and communications infrastructure (e.g., traffic signals, control systems, fibre, or comms ducting)
·Strong understanding of construction and highways environments
·Excellent planning, leadership, and stakeholder communication skills
·Full UK driving licence
·SMSTS or similar safety qualification preferred

What's on Offer:

·3-month rolling contract with the potential for extension
·Competitive day rate
·Immediate start with an industry-leading contractor
·Dynamic and experienced project team


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