Project Manager – Bridge Design

JR United Kingdom; Guildford; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company, Lifespan Structures, is seeking a proactive Project Manager to oversee innovative FRP composite bridge projects. This role requires excellent communication skills, a strong interest in construction innovation, and a willingness to learn. Join a diverse team committed to sustainable engineering solutions and apply today!

Benefits

Private pension plan with employer contribution matching

26 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Additional 3 days paid leave for community projects

Private healthcare

Training and development opportunities

Qualifications

• Strong interest in infrastructure and construction innovation.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.
• Desire to grow commercially and technically.

Responsibilities

• Manage projects from early-stage concept through to supply and delivery.
• Liaise with clients, supply chain partners, and design teams.
• Create and deliver technical proposals and project documentation.

Skills

Communication

Organizational Skills

Commercial Growth

Technical Knowledge

Interest in Infrastructure

Education

Level 4/6 apprenticeship qualification

Job description

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, additional 3 days paid leave for community projects, private healthcare, Employee Assistance Programme, life assurance, training and development, professional memberships, cycle to work, eye care vouchers, and evening class/hobby allowance.

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) wants 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.

As our Project Manager, you will:

• Manage projects from early-stage concept through 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.

What we need from you:

• A 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 suited to 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 an up-to-date CV for consideration.

We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace.

At Lifespan Structures, we believe innovation thrives when we embrace different perspectives, backgrounds, and experiences.

We actively encourage applications from individuals of all races, ethnicities, genders, ages, abilities, sexual orientations, and socio-economic backgrounds.

If you share our passion for infrastructure, sustainability, and engineering excellence, we would love to hear from you!