Project Manager

Nicholas Associates; Pontefract; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

High-profile project

Long-term work

Job summary

Nicholas Associates is seeking an experienced Project Manager to take full responsibility for delivering the civil engineering package of a major industrial development in Pontefract. You will lead site teams, manage subcontractors, and coordinate stakeholders to ensure on-time, on-budget delivery.

The role requires strong leadership, programme management, and a proven track record with NEC contracts. SMSTS, CSCS, and First Aid qualifications are preferred, with a Civil Engineering degree or

Qualifications

• Proven experience delivering civil engineering and infrastructure projects as a Project Manager.
• Experience with Tier 1 or Tier 2 civil contractors.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the delivery of the civil engineering and infrastructure package from commencement through to completion.
• Oversee site teams, subcontractors, engineers and supply chain partners.
• Ensure works are completed safely, on programme, within budget and to the required quality standards.
• Develop and maintain project programmes, short-term lookaheads and progress reports.
• Manage client relationships and attend regular project and stakeholder meetings.
• Monitor commercial performance alongside the commercial team.
• Identify and mitigate project risks while driving productivity and programme performance.
• Ensure compliance with relevant health, safety, environmental and quality standards.
• Coordinate interfaces between the civils package and the main build contractor.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Stakeholder management

NEC contracts knowledge

Health & Safety qualifications

Education

Degree/HNC/HND in Civil Engineering

Job description

Our client, a well-established Tier 2 Civil Engineering Contractor, is seeking an experienced Project Manager to take full responsibility for the successful delivery of the civil engineering package for a major industrial development in Pontefract.

The project involves the construction of a large-scale industrial premises, including a significant £10m civil engineering and infrastructure package comprising roads, drainage, utilities, external works, earthworks, reinforced concrete structures, and associated infrastructure. This is a fast-paced project environment where strong leadership, programme management, and stakeholder coordination skills will be essential.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the delivery of the civil engineering and infrastructure package from commencement through to completion.
• Oversee site teams, subcontractors, engineers and supply chain partners.
• Ensure works are completed safely, on programme, within budget and to the required quality standards.
• Develop and maintain project programmes, short-term lookaheads and progress reports.
• Manage client relationships and attend regular project and stakeholder meetings.
• Monitor commercial performance alongside the commercial team.
• Identify and mitigate project risks while driving productivity and programme performance.
• Ensure compliance with relevant health, safety, environmental and quality standards.
• Coordinate interfaces between the civils package and the main build contractor.

Candidate Requirements

• Proven experience delivering civil engineering and infrastructure projects as a Project Manager.
• Strong background working for Tier 1 or Tier 2 civil engineering contractors.
• Experience managing industrial, logistics, infrastructure, highways, utilities, earthworks or major external works packages.
• Excellent leadership and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple stakeholders within a fast-moving project environment.
• Strong knowledge of NEC contracts.
• SMSTS, CSCS and First Aid qualifications.
• Degree, HNC or HND qualification in Civil Engineering or a related discipline preferred.

What's on Offer

• Opportunity to lead a high-profile industrial development project.
• Long-term project with potential follow-on work upon completion.

About Us

We are dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive community. In line with our Diversity and Inclusion policy, we welcome applications from all qualified individuals, regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or disability. As a Disability Confident Employer, and part of the Nicholas Associates Group, we are committed to supporting candidates with disabilities, and we're happy to discuss flexible working options.

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