Project Manager

JR United Kingdom; New Forest; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in engineering is seeking a Project Manager for their civil engineering contract at Fawley refinery. This full-time position involves overseeing projects, managing a large team, and ensuring safety and quality standards. The ideal candidate will have a background in civil engineering and experience in the Oil & Gas sector. Join a growing team committed to excellence and career development.

Benefits

24 days holiday plus 8 bank holidays

Option to purchase an additional 3 days of leave

Company pension scheme

Paid professional membership

Employee Assistance Programme

Bike to Work Scheme

Qualifications

• Experience delivering civil engineering projects in Oil & Gas/Petrochemicals preferred.
• Understanding of Health & Safety legislation.

Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee all ongoing projects at Fawley refinery.
• Manage a large team of 75+ personnel.
• Ensure excellent commercial performance and coordinate with the commercial team.

Skills

Leadership

Problem Solving

Communication

Negotiation

Analytical

Education

BEng/HND in Civil Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Job Title: Project Manager - Civil Engineering

We are currently recruiting for a Project Manager to oversee our civil engineering contract at Fawley refinery in Southampton. This senior role is responsible for ensuring the safe, timely, and profitable delivery of all projects at the refinery, including civil engineering, facilities management, and reactive maintenance.

This is a full-time, site-based position, working 45 hours per week, Monday to Friday.

Responsibilities:

• Lead and oversee all ongoing projects at Fawley refinery
• Manage a large team of 75+ personnel
• Ensure excellent commercial performance and coordinate with the commercial team
• Collaborate with the SHEQ team to maintain safety, environmental standards, and quality
• Review upcoming work and assist the bid team in tender preparations
• Participate in progress meetings and coordinate with the Planning team on project schedules
• Conduct regular site visits to uphold safety and quality standards
• Lead problem-solving and people management efforts, exemplifying best practices
• Drive change and continuous improvement
• Interface with clients through regular meetings, reporting on project progress and timelines
• Represent Trant at union meetings and work collaboratively with unions
• Work closely with the commercial team to ensure project management aligns with contractual obligations

Skills, Knowledge & Qualifications:

• BEng/HND in Civil Engineering (preferred)
• CSCS certification
• Experience delivering civil engineering projects in Oil & Gas/Petrochemicals (preferred)
• Understanding of Health & Safety legislation
• Strong leadership and people management skills
• Analytical and problem-solving abilities
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills

Company Benefits:

At Trant, we support career development within a safe, professional, and friendly environment. Our benefits include:

• 24 days holiday plus 8 bank holidays (with increases over time)
• Option to purchase an additional 3 days of leave
• Company pension scheme
• Paid professional membership
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Bike to Work Scheme

About Us:

Trant Engineering Ltd has a rich history in engineering and construction, delivering high-quality EPC services across the UK and internationally. We specialize in complex turnkey projects in sectors such as Process & Water and Energy.

Our services include design, manufacturing, installation, construction, and commissioning, with in-house teams focusing on innovation and value engineering. We offer multidisciplinary services covering civil, process, mechanical, electrical, instrumentation, and automation systems.

With over 1000 employees and a projected turnover of £150m this year, we are poised for growth. Join us during this exciting phase of development.

Trant Engineering Ltd is committed to equal opportunities and does not discriminate based on race, religion, sexual orientation, gender, disability, or age.