Project Manager

JR United Kingdom; England; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading civil engineering contractor in the UK seeks an experienced Project Manager to oversee projects from pre-construction to completion. Responsibilities include programme management, cost control, and compliance with health and safety standards. The ideal candidate will have a degree in Civil Engineering and experience in multi-discipline projects. Competitive salary with benefits, including a company car, pension, and career development opportunities.

Benefits

Company car or allowance

Pension

Private medical insurance

Life assurance

Generous annual leave

Professional training opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience delivering multi-discipline civil engineering or infrastructure projects.
• Strong knowledge of NEC contracts and CDM regulations.
• Chartered Engineer (CEng) or MICE membership.

Responsibilities

• Plan, coordinate, and oversee projects to meet targets.
• Prepare and manage project programmes and risk registers.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, environmental standards.

Skills

Project management

Cost control

Health and safety compliance

Client relationship management

Team leadership

Education

Degree or HNC in Civil Engineering

Tools

Primavera P6

Job description

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Job Title: Project Manager – Civil Engineering / Infrastructure

Location: UK – Various Locations

Salary: Competitive + Benefits

About the Employer

We are working in partnership with a well-established UK-based civil engineering and infrastructure contractor. With more than 40 years’ experience delivering projects in water, transport, energy, and the built environment, they are recognised for technical excellence, collaborative working, and delivering sustainable solutions.

The Role

We are seeking an experienced Project Manager to lead and deliver civil engineering and infrastructure projects from pre-construction through to completion. You will be responsible for programme management, cost control, health and safety compliance, and building strong client relationships, while leading multidisciplinary teams to deliver high-quality outcomes.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan, coordinate, and oversee projects to meet programme, cost, and quality targets.
• Prepare and manage project programmes, risk registers, and cost forecasts.
• Lead regular project meetings and coordinate site activities.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, environmental, and quality standards.
• Build strong relationships with clients, stakeholders, and the supply chain.
• Mentor and motivate teams to achieve project and business objectives.

Requirements

• Degree or HNC in Civil Engineering (or equivalent).
• Demonstrable experience delivering multi-discipline civil engineering or infrastructure projects.
• Strong knowledge of NEC contracts, CDM regulations, and project cost control.
• Proficient in project planning software (Primavera P6 or equivalent).
• Chartered Engineer (CEng) or MICE membership.
• Experience in water, tunnelling, or MEICA projects.
• Competitive salary with company car or allowance.
• Pension, private medical, and life assurance.
• Generous annual leave and bank holidays.
• Career development and professional training opportunities.