Project Manager

Building Careers UK; Manchester; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading specialist contractor in the North West is seeking an experienced Project Manager to oversee the delivery of remediation and earthworks projects. The role entails ensuring projects are completed on time and within budget, while adhering to health, safety, and environmental standards. Candidates should have a strong background in civil engineering and project management, coupled with excellent leadership skills.

Benefits

Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package

Clear path for career development and professional growth

Collaborative, safety-focused, and progressive working environment

Qualifications

• Proven experience in project management within remediation or earthworks.
• Strong background in civil engineering, groundworks, or environmental contracting.
• Full UK Driving Licence.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage remediation and earthworks projects from start to finish.
• Coordinate design, procurement, subcontractors, and materials.
• Monitor project milestones, budgets, and performance metrics.

Skills

Project Management

Leadership

Organizational Skills

Communication

Commercial Awareness

Education

Background in Civil Engineering

Experience in Environmental Contracting

Job description

Our Client:
Our client is a specialist contractor delivering high-quality remediation and earthworks solutions across the North West. With a strong reputation for technical excellence, environmental integrity, and safe project delivery, they work across a range of sectors including brownfield regeneration, contaminated land remediation, cut & fill operations, and bulk earthworks.

Due to continued growth and a robust pipeline of secured work, our client is now seeking an experienced Project Manager to lead the successful delivery of key projects across the region.

The Role:
The successful candidate will be responsible for managing and overseeing the delivery of remediation and earthworks projects, ensuring all aspects are completed to the highest standards, on time, and within budget. This is a key role requiring excellent communication, commercial acumen, and leadership capabilities.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage remediation and earthworks projects from start to finish
• Coordinate design, procurement, subcontractors, and materials
• Oversee site teams, promoting best practices in health, safety, and quality
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients and stakeholders
• Monitor project milestones, budgets, and performance metrics
• Ensure strict adherence to environmental and HSE regulations
• Report progress and manage risk across multiple sites

What You Will Need:

• Proven experience in project management within remediation or earthworks
• Strong background in civil engineering, groundworks, or environmental contracting
• Commercially aware with excellent organisational and leadership skills
• Full UK Driving Licence

What's on Offer:

• Opportunity to join a forward-thinking contractor with a strong order book
• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package
• Clear path for career development and professional growth
• Collaborative, safety-focused, and progressive working environment