Project Manager

Access Talent Group; Guildford; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Collaborative environment

Competitive salary

High-profile project

Career development

Job summary

Access Talent Group, on behalf of a leading Civil Engineering contractor, seeks an experienced Project Manager for a mixed-use Guildford development with greenfield and brownfield elements. The project runs until summer 2026 and requires strong NEC contract expertise and leadership.

You will lead planning, execution and delivery, oversee safety, quality and efficiency, and manage multidisciplinary teams to ensure on-time, on-budget completion in a complex environment.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Project Manager on civil engineering projects, with groundwork/earthwork focus.
• Strong understanding of NEC contracts and contract administration.
• Experience leading multidisciplinary teams and ensuring safety, quality and efficiency.

Responsibilities

• Project Leadership: Oversee the mixed-use Guildford development delivery.
• Contract Management: Manage NEC contracts, ensure compliance and resolve issues.
• Team Management: Build, lead and motivate project teams.
• Budget & Schedule Control: Deliver on time and within budget.
• Stakeholder Engagement: Communicate with clients, subcontractors and stakeholders.
• Health & Safety: Promote a culture of safety on-site.

Skills

NEC contracts

Civil engineering

Groundworks

Earthworks

Leadership

Job description

Job Advertisement: Project Manager – Civil Engineering
Location: Guildford, UK
Contract Type: Permanent
Salary: Competitive, based on experience

Are you an experienced Project Manager with in-depth knowledge of NEC contracts, civil engineering, groundworks, and earthworks? Are you ready to lead large-scale projects to successful completion with a team of skilled professionals? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you!

About the Role

We are seeking a talented and proven Project Manager to join our growing team at a leading Civil Engineering contractor. This is a project-based role focused on a mixed-use development project in Guildford, which includes both greenfield and brownfield elements and is scheduled to run until the summer of 2026.

You will play a pivotal role in ensuring the successful delivery of this project, managing all aspects from planning and execution to completion. With a keen eye for detail and strong leadership skills, you will drive the project forward while adhering to the highest standards of safety, quality, and efficiency.

Key Responsibilities

• Project Leadership: Oversee and lead the delivery of the mixed-use development project in Guildford.
• Contract Management: Manage NEC contracts effectively, ensuring compliance and resolving contractual issues.
• Team Management: Build, manage, and motivate project teams to achieve success.
• Budget & Schedule Control: Ensure the project is delivered on time, within budget, and to the required quality standards.
• Stakeholder Engagement: Liaise with clients, subcontractors, and stakeholders, maintaining strong communication throughout the project.
• Health & Safety: Promote and enforce a strong culture of health, safety, and environmental compliance on-site.

Requirements

Proven Experience: Demonstrable success as a Project Manager on civil engineering projects, particularly in groundwork and earthwork developments.

NEC Expertise: Comprehensive understanding and practical experience in managing NEC contracts.

Sector Knowledge: Experience in civil engineering projects across healthcare, mixed-use developments, residential, and commercial sectors.

Leadership Skills: A track record of effectively leading and managing multidisciplinary teams.

Location: Ability to be based in or travel to Guildford for the duration of the project.

About Us

We are a dynamic and expanding Civil Engineering contractor, renowned for delivering excellence across healthcare, mixed-use, residential, and commercial developments. With a strong pipeline of projects and consistent year-on-year growth, we provide exciting opportunities for professional development and career progression.

What We Offer

• A supportive and collaborative working environment.
• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunity to work on a high-profile, long-term project with a reputable contractor.
• Career development within a growing company.

Join us and make your mark on a transformative project in Guildford!