Project Manager – Bridge Design

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

Job summary

A growing company in innovative bridge solutions seeks a Project Manager to lead projects from concept to completion. The ideal candidate has a strong interest in infrastructure and construction innovation, excellent communication skills, and a willingness to learn about relevant systems. The role includes a comprehensive benefits package, highlighting the company's commitment to employee development and diversity.

Benefits

Private pension plan with employer contribution matching up to 7%

26 days annual leave plus bank holidays

3 days paid leave for community projects

Private healthcare scheme

Continuous training and development

Professional membership subscriptions

Cycle to work scheme

Evening class/hobby allowance

Qualifications

• Interest in DMRB, CUR96, and FRP systems is advantageous.
• Strong communication and organizational skills are essential.
• Desire for commercial and technical growth.

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, pricing, and project documentation.

Skills

Communication

Organizational skills

Interest in infrastructure and construction innovation

Education

Qualification suited to a Level 4/6 apprenticeship

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 scheme, Health Assured employee assistance programme, life assurance scheme, continuous training and development, professional membership subscriptions, cycle to work scheme, eye care vouchers, and evening class/hobby allowance.

Are you a recent construction graduate, a bridge design professional ready for the next step, or 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 with diverse 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!