Project Manager

Linsco; Woking; On-site; GBP 59,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A civil engineering contractor in Woking is looking for an experienced Project Manager to oversee the delivery of residential development projects. The successful candidate will manage projects from inception to completion, ensuring they meet quality, budget, and timeline specifications. Candidates should have proven project management experience in civil engineering or groundworks, leadership skills, and a full UK driving licence. A competitive salary of up to £70k is offered along with a full benefits package.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Career progression

Supportive working environment

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Project Manager within civil engineering, groundworks or construction projects.
• Strong understanding of construction methods, materials, and site management.
• Experience managing budgets and multidisciplinary teams.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings.
• Full UK driving licence required.
• SMSTS / CSCS / First Aid desirable.

Responsibilities

• Manage civil engineering and groundworks projects from start to finish.
• Prepare and manage project plans, schedules, and budgets.
• Coordinate subcontractors and suppliers for smooth project delivery.
• Monitor progress, risks, and issues, reporting to management.
• Ensure compliance with health & safety regulations.
• Liaise with clients throughout the project lifecycle.
• Resolve on-site challenges efficiently.

Skills

Project management

Civil engineering

Groundworks

Leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

Education

Relevant qualifications in Construction Management, Civil Engineering or Project Management

Job description

Project Manager (Civils/Groundworks)

Location: Woking (occasional site travel)
Salary: Up to £70k dependent on experience
Additional: Full company benefits package
Type: Full time - permanent

Company Overview

We are delighted to be supporting our client, a civil engineering and groundworks contractor with decades of experience in bespoke, high‑end and premium residential developments. They offer project management, design, civil services, demolition and landscaping to help deliver on domestic developments of up to £2.5m.

Having completed hundreds of projects across London, the Home Counties and the wider UK, and due to a strong upcoming book of work, they are now seeking an experienced Project Manager to oversee the successful delivery of their residential development projects.

The Role

Our client is looking for a Project Manager with proven experience in civil engineering and groundworks projects. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing projects from inception to completion, ensuring they are delivered on time, within budget and to the highest quality standards.

This is a hands‑on role requiring strong leadership, planning and communication skills, with the ability to coordinate teams, subcontractors and clients across multiple sites.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage civil engineering and groundworks projects from start to finish
• Prepare and manage project plans, schedules and budgets
• Coordinate subcontractors, suppliers and internal teams to ensure smooth project delivery
• Monitor and report on progress, risks and issues to senior management and clients
• Ensure compliance with health & safety regulations and quality standards
• Liaise with clients, consultants and stakeholders throughout the project lifecycle
• Resolve on‑site challenges quickly and efficiently while maintaining project goals

Requirements

• Proven experience as a Project Manager within civil engineering, groundworks or construction projects
• Strong understanding of construction methods, materials, plant requirements and site management
• Experience managing budgets, schedules and multi‑disciplinary teams
• Excellent leadership, communication and problem‑solving skills
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and specifications
• Full UK driving licence (essential)
• SMSTS / CSCS / First Aid (desirable)
• Relevant qualifications in Construction Management, Civil Engineering or Project Management preferred but not essential

What’s on Offer

• Competitive salary up to £70k
• Career progression within a well‑established civil engineering contractor
• Exposure to high‑end residential projects
• Collaborative and supportive working environment

These roles are likely to move quickly with the client looking to arrange interviews for suitable candidates immediately. Please apply with an updated CV.

Applications

If you feel that you have the relevant experience to be successful in this position and would like to find out more, please apply online today, attaching a copy of your current CV.

Due to the vast number of applications that we receive, it is not possible for us to contact all applicants; therefore, only suitable candidates will be contacted. If you do not hear anything back within 7 days of submitting your application, you have unfortunately not been selected.

Linsco is an equal opportunities employer. All applicants will be considered on their merits regardless of background, characteristics or personal circumstances. All applications will be dealt with in the strictest confidence.