Project Manager

Jackson Civil Engineering; England; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Life assurance cover (4x annual salary

Company pension scheme (8% matching)

25 days holiday + bank holidays

Extensive training programmes

Employee Assistance Programme

Employee benefits platform

Free on-site parking

Company social calendar

Regular charity events

The Great Escape – leave early on frid

Job summary

Jackson Civil Engineering in the South East is seeking an experienced Project Manager to lead civil engineering projects across Hampshire and Sussex. Based in East Sussex, West Sussex, or Hampshire, you will manage site teams, develop programmes, and ensure profitable contract delivery with NEC familiarity.

You will hold a relevant degree and certifications (SMSTS, CSCS, Temporary Works Coordinator) with a willingness to travel and drive.

Qualifications

• Experience as a Senior Site Agent or Project Manager for a main contractor in civil engineering.
• Relevant industry qualification (HND, HNC, BEng or equivalent) with SMSTS, CSCS and Temporary Works Coordinator.
• First Aid at Work desirable; NEC contracts knowledge advantageous.
• Willingness to travel across the Southern Region and hold a full UK driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Manage site staff, operatives and sub-contractors.
• Provide method statements, hazard risk assessments and Project Management plans.
• Understand tender allowances and monitor contract loss against budgets.
• Prepare and monitor programmes of work.
• Foster good relations with clients.
• Engage sub-contractors and manage contracts for timely, profitable completion.
• Supervise, mentor and develop junior staff.

Skills

Project management

Staff supervision

Contract management

Health & safety

Tendering

Programme planning

Education

HND/HNC/BEng

Job description

Due to a number of recent project successes across Hampshire and Sussex, our South East region is looking to recruit a Project Manager.

We have secured several new infrastructure and civil engineering projects across the region and continue to see a strong pipeline of upcoming opportunities, with further work currently being tendered throughout the South East.

Ideally, the successful candidate will be based in East Sussex, West Sussex, or Hampshire to support the delivery of current and future projects.

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.
• 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.

Are you the person we are looking for?

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.

We also offer some fantastic perks!

We don’t just offer a great place to work with a supportive, family atmosphere. We also offer:

• Life assurance cover (4x annual salary)
• Company pension scheme (we match up to 8%)
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays (with an option of buying more holiday)
• Extensive training programmes
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Employee benefits platform
• 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!

Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK.

We are committed to equality of opportunity for all staff and applications from individuals are encouraged regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnerships. We also placehighimportance on our inclusive recruitmentpolicyand will do our very best to support those applicants who may need adjustments in order to take part in the recruitment process. Please do let us know if you require any additional assistance or adjustments.

Due to the high volume of applications, we receive it is not always possible to respond to unsuccessful applicants. Therefore, if we have not responded to your application within two weeks please note that on this occasion your application has not been successful.