Project Manager

RTL Group Ltd; Manchester; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A civil engineering company in Manchester is seeking a Project Manager to oversee a £13.8 billion framework project. The ideal candidate will have experience in project planning, budget management, and civil engineering. Responsibilities include ensuring compliance with regulations, managing risks, and coordinating stakeholder communication. Candidates should have relevant qualifications, including NVQ level 6 or diploma/degree in civil engineering or construction management. Immediate application is encouraged.

Qualifications

• Right to work in the UK.
• Black CSCS.
• SMSTS.
• IT literate.
• Previous experience with projects in the water, utilities or civil sector.
• Knowledge and understanding of NEC contracts.
• Previous experience with the full project lifecycle.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain detailed project plans, timelines, and milestones.
• Prepare, monitor, and control project budgets.
• Coordinate communication between contractors, consultants, and stakeholders.
• Ensure compliance with SHE standards and regulations.
• Mitigate project risks and maintain a live risk register.
• Oversee quality management plans and compliance.
• Manage contract forms and procurement activities.
• Produce regular progress reports and performance metrics.
• Manage variations and change requests.

Skills

Project planning

Budget management

Stakeholder communication

Risk assessment

Quality management

Contract management

Education

NVQ level 6 or diploma/degree in civil engineering or construction management

Job description

My client are a civil engineering business with over 20 years experience in the civil engineering market. They are looking to onboard a project manager to help deliver a project in the Manchester area for a £13.8 billion framework.

Project manager responsibilities

Develop and maintain detailed project plans, timelines, and milestones to ensure delivery aligns with the business objectives.

Prepare, monitor, and control project budgets, ensuring costs are tracked accurately and any variances are reported and managed promptly.

Coordinate communication between contractors, consultants, local authorities, and other stakeholders to maintain alignment and resolve issues efficiently.

Ensure all project activities comply SHE standards, CDM regulations, and environmental legislation.

Identify, assess, and mitigate project risks, maintaining a live risk register and implementing control measures to minimize potential impacts on project delivery.

Oversee the implementation of quality management plans, ensuring works meet specifications, industry standards, and regulatory requirements.

Manage NEC or other relevant contract forms, oversee procurement activities, and ensure contractors deliver against agreed terms and KPIs.

produce regular progress reports, dashboards, and performance metrics for internal stakeholders and governance boards.

Manage variations and change requests in line with contract requirements, ensuring transparency, proper documentation, and budget alignment.

Project manager requirements

• Right to work in the UK.
• NVQ level 6 or diploma / degree in civil engineering or construction management.
• Black CSCS.
• SMSTS.
• IT literate.
• Previous experience with project in the water, utilities or civil sector.
• Knowledge and understanding or NEC contracts.
• Previous experience with full project life cycle.

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