Project Manager – Bridge Design

JR United Kingdom; Chesterfield; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in innovative FRP bridge solutions is seeking a proactive Project Manager in Chesterfield to oversee projects from concept to completion. The ideal candidate should possess strong communication skills, a keen interest in construction innovation, and relevant qualifications. Join a diverse team that values sustainability and engineering excellence, offering a range of benefits including a private pension plan, annual leave, and continuous training opportunities.

Benefits

Private Pension Plan

26 days Annual Leave plus Bank Holidays

Private Health Care

Continuous Training & Development

Life Assurance

Employee Assistance Programme

Cycle to Work Scheme

Qualifications

• Strong interest in infrastructure and construction innovation.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.
• Willingness to learn about DMRB, CUR96, and FRP systems.

Responsibilities

• Manage projects from early-stage concept to supply and delivery.
• Liaise with clients, supply chain partners, and design teams.
• Ensure project quality and performance.

Skills

Communication

Organizational skills

Interest in construction innovation

Education

Qualification suitable for Level 4/6 apprenticeship

Job description

Project Manager – Bridge Design, Chesterfield

Client: Lifespan Structures - FRP Bridges

Location: Chesterfield, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Details

Location: Portsmouth, Hybrid with UK travel

Contract: Full Time, Permanent

Benefits: Award Winning Projects, Private Pension Plan with employer contribution matching up to 7%, 26 days Annual Leave plus Bank Holidays, 3 additional paid days for community projects, Private Health Care, Employee Assistance Programme, Life Assurance, Continuous Training & Development, Professional Memberships, Cycle to Work Scheme, Eye Care Vouchers, Evening Class / Hobby Allowance

About the Role

Are you a recent construction graduate, a bridge design professional ready for the next step, or someone interested in pivoting into a commercial project role? Lifespan Structures (part of the Centura Group Ltd) is eager to hear from you!

We are a growing team delivering innovative FRP composite bridge solutions that are sustainable, lightweight, and built for the future. We are seeking a proactive and ambitious Project Manager to oversee projects from concept to completion, develop strong customer relationships, and enhance supply chain links.

Responsibilities

• Manage projects from early-stage concept to supply and delivery.
• Liaise with clients, supply chain partners, and design teams.
• Create and deliver technical proposals, pricing, and project documentation.
• Support marketing, tendering, and business development activities.
• Coordinate installations and ensure project quality and performance.

Candidate Requirements

• Strong interest in infrastructure and construction innovation.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.
• A desire to grow both commercially and technically.
• Familiarity with or willingness to learn about DMRB, CUR96, and FRP systems.
• Ideally, a qualification suitable for a Level 4/6 apprenticeship (training support if needed).

If you believe you have the skills and experience for this role, please apply today with your updated CV for consideration.

We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace. We believe innovation thrives through diverse perspectives and backgrounds and actively encourage applications from all races, ethnicities, genders, ages, abilities, sexual orientations, and socio-economic backgrounds.

If you share our passion for infrastructure, sustainability, and engineering excellence, we look forward to hearing from you!