Project Manager - Civil

FFW Site Services Ltd; Cottingham; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company car or car allowance

Company pension scheme

Healthcare provision

Annual bonus

Job summary

FFW Site Services Ltd is recruiting an experienced Project Manager to lead civil engineering and highways projects across Yorkshire. The role requires ownership from planning through to completion, with focus on programme delivery, budgets and stakeholder communication.

You will manage multidisciplinary teams, liaise with commercial functions and ensure compliance with CDM regulations, quality standards and contractual obligations.

Qualifications

• Experience delivering civil engineering or infrastructure projects.
• Strong understanding of NEC contracts and commercial management.
• Proven ability to lead multidisciplinary site teams and manage budgets.

Responsibilities

• Deliver civil engineering and highways projects from preconstruction to completion.
• Manage programmes, budgets, resources and subcontractors for efficient delivery.
• Lead and coordinate Site Managers, Site Engineers and project teams.
• Monitor performance, risks and opportunities for improvement.
• Collaborate with commercial teams on costs, variations and financial performance.
• Ensure health and safety, quality standards and contractual requirements.
• Maintain client relationships and provide progress updates.
• Oversee labour, plant, materials and subcontractor resources.
• Maintain accurate project records and documentation.
• Support project handover and final accounts.

Skills

Project management

Civil engineering

Road/highway construction

NEC contracts

Budgeting & cost control

Staff leadership

Planning & programming

Communication

Education

Civil Engineering qualification

CSCS card

SMSTS qualification

Job description

FFW Site Services are recruiting for an experienced Project Manager to join an established civil engineering contractor delivering a diverse portfolio of highways and infrastructure projects across Yorkshire.

With a strong forward order book and continued growth, our client is seeking a commercially aware, hands on Project Manager who can take ownership of projects from initial planning through to successful completion.

This is an opportunity to join a well established business that values strong leadership, quality project delivery and long term investment in its people.

Key Responsibilities

• Take responsibility for the successful delivery of civil engineering and highways projects from preconstruction through to completion.
• Manage project programmes, budgets, resources and subcontractors to ensure efficient delivery.
• Lead and coordinate Site Managers, Site Engineers and wider project teams.
• Monitor project performance, identifying risks, delays and opportunities for improvement.
• Work closely with commercial teams to manage costs, variations, valuations and financial performance.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety legislation, quality standards and contractual requirements.
• Manage client relationships, attend progress meetings and provide regular project updates.
• Oversee labour, plant, materials and subcontractor resources.
• Maintain accurate project records, reporting and contractual documentation.
• Support project completion, handover and final account processes.

Skills & Experience Required

• Proven experience as a Project Manager within civil engineering or infrastructure.
• Strong experience delivering road and highway construction projects.
• Experience managing projects from initial planning through to completion.
• Sound understanding of NEC contracts, commercial management and project programming.
• Experience managing multidisciplinary site teams and subcontractors.
• Strong knowledge of construction methods, health and safety legislation and CDM Regulations.
• Ability to manage budgets, programmes and project risks effectively.
• Excellent leadership, communication and organisational skills.
• Relevant Civil Engineering or Construction Management qualification.
• Appropriate CSCS card.
• Full UK driving licence.

Desirable but not essential:

• SMSTS qualification.
• Experience delivering public realm, drainage, bridge or wider infrastructure projects.
• Temporary Works experience.
• Professional membership of ICE, CIOB or a similar institution.

Salary & Benefits

Competitive salary dependent on experience / Company car or car allowance / Company pension scheme / Healthcare provision / Annual performance related bonus