Project Manager

Red Sky Personnel; Swindon; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A civil engineering and tunnelling contractor is looking for an experienced Project Manager to oversee site activities across multiple locations. The successful candidate will lead site operations, ensuring safe and efficient project delivery while maximizing commercial performance. Responsibilities also include developing procurement schedules, managing project risks, and maintaining high-quality standards. This is an opportunity to work with a respected company known for its commitment to excellent safety practices.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Project Manager in civil engineering.
• Strong understanding of project delivery and quality standards.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and communicate effectively.

Responsibilities

• Lead site operations for project delivery excellence.
• Maximise commercial performance of contracts.
• Develop procurement schedules and coordinate with teams.
• Forecast costs and manage project scope changes.
• Report project risks and opportunities to management.

Skills

Leadership

Project management

Risk management

Commercial acumen

Education

Degree in Civil Engineering or related field

Job description

Job Description

Project Manager Civil Engineering & Tunnelling

Location

Kent

Salary

Competitive (DOE)

Overview

A respected civil engineering and tunnelling contractor is seeking an experienced Project Manager to lead site activities across multiple UK locations. With over four decades of consistent growth and a reputation for excellence, the business is known for its award-winning safety culture and involvement in major national infrastructure projects.

The successful candidate will be responsible for delivering projects safely, efficiently, and to the highest quality standards, while ensuring strong commercial performance and effective management of project scope, resources, and risk.

Key Responsibilities

Lead site operations to ensure safe, efficient, and high-standard delivery aligned with company expectations.

Maximise commercial performance of assigned contracts.

Develop procurement schedules and coordinate with the procurement team to ensure timely availability of labour, materials, and plant.

Continuously forecast costs and resources, maintaining clear communication with the project team and accurately managing scope changes.

Identify and report project risks and opportunities to senior management.

Deliver works to the required quality standards, ensuri...