Project Manager

Sphere Solutions; Pontypridd; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits package

Job summary

Sphere Solutions has an exciting opportunity in Pontypridd for an experienced Project Manager to lead civil engineering and groundworks projects across South Wales. The role covers pre-construction through to delivery, with a hands-on approach and strong emphasis on planning, programming and client liaison.

You will work with local authorities and multiple stakeholders to ensure projects meet standards, budgets and timelines, while guiding site teams and managing risks and variations.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Project Manager in civil engineering/groundworks.
• Experience delivering projects for local authorities/public sector.
• Strong understanding of civil engineering and groundworks construction.

Responsibilities

• Take responsibility for civil and groundworks projects from start to finish.
• Coordinate with clients, authorities, consultants and subcontractors.
• Develop and manage detailed project programmes and milestones.
• Monitor progress, manage resources and mitigate delays.
• Prepare regular progress and client reports.

Skills

Project management

Civil engineering

Groundworks

Pre-construction

Client management

Education

Degree in civil engineering

HNC/HND or equivalent

Tools

Planning software

Job description

Do not wait to apply after reading this description a high application volume is expected for this opportunity.

Pontypridd and sites around South Wales

Permanent salary + benefits package

An excellent opportunity has arisen for an experienced Project Manager to join an established civil engineering and groundworks contractor based in Pontypridd.

The company delivers a range of civil engineering, groundworks and infrastructure projects for local authority clients across South Wales, and is looking for a Project Manager who can take responsibility for projects from pre-construction through to successful completion.

This is a hands‑on role suited to a commercially aware Project Manager who enjoys being involved in the detail of project delivery, while also having the opportunity to contribute to pre‑construction, planning, programming and client management.

Responsibilities

• Take overall responsibility for the successful delivery of civils and groundworks projects from pre-construction through to completion.


• Work closely with clients, local authorities, consultants, subcontractors and internal teams to ensure projects are delivered to the required standards.


• Become involved in projects during the pre-construction and tender stages, supporting planning, methodology, buildability and resource requirements.


• Develop, manage and update detailed project programmes, ensuring key milestones and delivery dates are achieved.


• Monitor project progress against programme, identifying potential delays and implementing appropriate mitigation measures.


• Prepare regular project reports, progress reports and client updates, ensuring management and stakeholders have clear visibility of project performance.


• Manage project resources, site teams, subcontractors, plant and materials to ensure efficient delivery.


• Provide leadership and support to Site Managers, Engineers and wider project teams.


• Monitor project costs, budgets, variations and commercial performance in conjunction with the commercial team.


• Identify and manage project risks, ensuring appropriate mitigation measures are implemented.


• Attend and lead project meetings with clients and stakeholders.


• Manage changes, variations and client instructions throughout the project lifecycle.


• Review design information, specifications and construction methodologies, identifying potential issues before works commence.

Key Requirements

• Proven experience as a Project Manager within civil engineering, groundworks or infrastructure.


• Experience delivering projects for local authorities, public sector clients or similar organisations.


• Strong understanding of civil engineering and groundworks construction.


• Experience developing and managing construction programmes.


• Strong report writing and project documentation skills.


• Ability to manage multiple stakeholders and communicate effectively with clients.


• Commercial awareness and an understanding of project costs, variations and financial performance.


• Strong organisational and problem-solving skills.


• Ability to lead and motivate site-based teams.


• Full UK driving licence.

Desirable

• HNC/HND or Degree in Civil Engineering, Construction or a related discipline.


• SMSTS or equivalent and CSCS qualification.


• Experience working under NEC, JCT or local authority contracts.


• Experience with highways, drainage, infrastructure or public realm projects.


• Experience contributing to pre-construction, tenders and project methodologies.


• Experience using planning/programming software.

If you’re interested, please don’t hesitate to get in touch