Project Manager

Fawkes and Reece; New Forest; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading civil engineering contractor is seeking a Project Manager to join their team in Southampton. This role involves delivering key projects for Southern Water, focusing on sustainable infrastructure. The position offers a competitive salary and benefits, including matched pension contributions and professional development opportunities.

Benefits

Pension contributions matched up to 10%

Day off for your birthday

Dedicated professional development budget

Qualifications

• Degree-level qualification in Civil Engineering or HND with vocational training.
• Extensive technical knowledge of construction techniques and best practices.
• Champions Sustainability, Safety, Health, and Environment.

Responsibilities

• Delivering a range of schemes for Southern Water's water supply and wastewater treatment.
• Creating connected, sustainable infrastructure.
• Supporting environmental and community wellbeing.

Skills

Understanding of Engineering Principles

Knowledge of construction contract law

Technical knowledge of construction techniques

Customer-focused

Education

Degree-level qualification in Civil Engineering

HND in Civil Engineering

Job description

Location: Totton and Eling

Salary: £70K- £80K per Year

Contract: Permanent

Type: Full Time

Reference: AW - 0078_1747749927

Posted: May 20, 2025

My client is a Tier 1 Civil Engineering Contractor.

Due to continued growth, the position of Project Manager has become available to join their successful team based in Southampton.

You will be joining a joint venture partnership that is delivering a range of schemes to maintain and improve Southern Water's water supply and wastewater treatment in Hampshire and the surrounding areas.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a career-enhancing project where you will be a valued member of the wider team. The company seeks skilled individuals who will help shape, create, and deliver pioneering solutions that transform the infrastructure ecosystem across the UK. Together, they are creating connected, sustainable infrastructure to help people and the planet thrive.

This position offers a competitive salary dependent on skills and experience, along with a benefits package including pension contributions matched up to 10%, a day off for your birthday, and a dedicated professional development budget.

Role Requirements

1. Degree-level qualification in Civil Engineering or an HND in Civil Engineering with vocational training in Engineering
2. Understanding of Engineering Principles
3. Knowledge and understanding of construction contract law and forms of contract through experience and formal training
4. Extensive technical knowledge of construction techniques and best practices
5. Champions Sustainability, Safety, Health, and Environment by prioritizing personal safety and wellbeing, and supporting environmental and community wellbeing
6. Demonstrates integrity by consistently doing the right thing in the right way
7. Must be customer-focused, striving for excellence by understanding, anticipating, and meeting client needs