Project Manager

The Construction Index Ltd; Reading; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading Utilities Consultancy is seeking a Project Manager - Capital Delivery in Reading. You will manage project teams and ensure quality delivery of major infrastructure projects. The ideal candidate has a strong utilities background and excellent stakeholder management skills. This is a full-time hybrid role with a salary of £70,000 - £75,000 plus additional benefits.

Benefits

Travel allowance

Flexible package

Qualifications

• Strong background in the utilities sector, ideally with a Tier 1 contractor.
• Proven experience in infrastructure delivery and project management.
• Full UK driving licence is required.

Responsibilities

• Manage a team of Project Engineers and Design Coordinators.
• Provide support and technical input on issues during delivery.
• Ensure clear communication between the client and main contractor.
• Carry out technical assurance checks on-site.
• Oversee contractor and subcontractor performance.
• Monitor programme changes with regular reporting.
• Lead client and contractor meetings.

Skills

Stakeholder management

Communication skills

Project management

Education

Degree in Civil Engineering

Job description

Overview

Project Manager - Capital Delivery

Location: Reading (Hybrid - 3 days on-site, 2 days remote)

Salary: £70,000 - £75,000 + Travel + Package (flexible for the right person & experience)

Type: Full Time

Region: UK - South East | Town/City: Reading, Berkshire

Posted: 02/09/2025

Listed in: Civil Engineering

Reference: PC020925_1756801044

About The Role

The Resolute Group is partnering with a leading Utilities Consultancy delivering major infrastructure projects. We are looking for a Project Manager - Capital Delivery to join the client’s embedded project delivery team, managing and supporting their internal engineering function. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with a site delivery background (Site Agent / Project Manager) who is ready to move into a consultancy-focused role. You’ll bring your contractor-side experience and apply it client-side—ensuring governance, quality assurance, and effective communication across design, engineering, and delivery teams. You’ll be the client’s representative on-site, responsible for ensuring designs are translated into a high-quality finished product, delivered to specification, and signed off to the correct standards.

Responsibilities

• Manage a team of Project Engineers and Design Coordinators on behalf of the client.
• Provide support and technical input on issues that arise during delivery.
• Ensure clear and concise communication between the client and main contractor.
• Carry out technical assurance checks to guarantee quality standards on-site.
• Oversee contractor and subcontractor performance.
• Monitor programme changes and provide regular internal stakeholder reporting.
• Lead client and contractor meetings, ensuring project milestones are achieved.

What We're Looking For

• Degree in Civil Engineering (or equivalent discipline).
• Strong background in the utilities sector, ideally with a Tier 1 contractor.
• Proven experience in infrastructure delivery and project management.
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills.
• Full UK driving licence.
• Must have the right to live and work in the UK.

All applications will be treated in the strictest confidence.

If you are interested in applying, apply via this link, or contact Phil Crew directly via LinkedIn or by calling The Resolute Group on 01332 653 911.