Project Manager - Beccles

-; Peterborough; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction firm in the UK is seeking a Project Manager to oversee a critical flood defence and river diversion project in Beccles. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 5 years’ experience in civil engineering project delivery and must be proficient in managing projects under NEC Option A. Responsibilities include coordinating site operations, managing documentation, and ensuring compliance with health and safety and environmental standards. Benefits include a competitive salary, company pension, and career development opportunities.

Benefits

Competitive Salary

Company Pension

Employee Assistance Programme

28-Days holiday inclusive of bank holidays

Cycle to work scheme

PPE provided

Internal training

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years’ experience delivering civil engineering projects.
• Proven experience managing works under NEC Option A.
• Competence in producing and managing ITPs and health and safety documentation.

Responsibilities

• Manage the delivery of all works on site, ensuring safe and timely completion.
• Coordinate and control the production of ITPs and risk assessments.
• Administer the NEC Option A contract and manage change.

Skills

Civil engineering projects management

Presentation skills

Risk management

Communication skills

Planning

Education

Strong academic or technical background in civil engineering

Tools

ITPs

RAMS

NEC Option A contract

Job description

Here at the Mick George Group we are currently recruiting a Project Manager to join the team.

Location: Beccles
Working Hours: Monday - Friday site operational
Pay: Dependent on experience at the managers discretion, Company Vehicle
Benefits: Competitive Salary, Company Pension, Employee Assistance Programme, 28‑Days holiday inclusive of bank holidays, Company benefit platform, Cycle to work scheme, PPE provided, Internal training and Career development.

Overview

We are seeking a technically strong and detail‑focused Project Manager to lead the delivery of a vital flood defence and river diversion project in Benacre, Beccles. This scheme involves the construction of flood defence bunds, cofferdams, haul roads, and the controlled diversion of a watercourse.

This is a critical role suited to a proactive and academically capable Project Manager with a background in civil engineering, and a proven ability to manage not just the site operations but also the documentation, planning, and commercial aspects of a project under NEC Option A.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the delivery of all works on site, including temporary works (cofferdams and haul roads) and the permanent river diversion, ensuring safe and timely completion.
• Coordinate and control the production of ITPs, risk assessments, method statements, and site documentation, ensuring alignment with quality and environmental standards.
• Administer the NEC Option A contract, ensuring robust management of change, compensation events, and early warnings.
• Work closely with planners, commercial teams, and the client to maintain accurate programmes and forecasts.
• Produce high‑quality presentations and reports for internal and external stakeholders, covering progress, technical planning, health and safety, and commercial performance.
• Maintain a strong focus on health, safety and environmental standards, and lead site‑based HSEQ reviews and audits.
• Collaborate with the Main Contractor and Designers to ensure all technical and statutory obligations are met.
• Monitor and manage site resources, plant utilisation, and logistics.

What We’re Looking For

• A minimum of 5 years’ experience delivering civil engineering projects, ideally with watercourse, environmental, or flood risk elements.
• Strong academic or technical background in civil engineering, construction management, or a related discipline.
• Proven experience managing works under NEC Option A and understanding its implications on cost, risk, and change control.
• Competence in producing, reviewing, and managing ITPs, RAMS, and health and safety documentation.
• Ability to prepare and deliver professional, well‑structured presentations and reports to a range of stakeholders.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with a structured and diligent working style.
• Strong planning, coordination, and risk management capability.
• SMSTS and CSCS (Black or White Card) required.

The Mick George Group is committed to providing equality of opportunity for all. The company seeks to employ a workforce that reflects the diverse community at large and values the individual's contribution irrespective of sex, age, marital status, disability, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, race, colour, religion or belief, ethnic or national origin.