Project Manager - Civil Engineering

Matchtech; Leiston; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established Tier 2 contractor in the UK is seeking a Project Manager to oversee civil engineering and drainage projects. The role involves managing site teams, ensuring compliance with safety standards, and maintaining client relationships. Candidates should have proven project management experience and relevant qualifications. Competitive salary and benefits included.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Pension

Healthcare

Holiday allowance starting at 24-26 days per annum

Employee benefits programme

Cycle to work scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Qualifications

• Proven experience managing civil engineering or utilities projects.
• Strong understanding of drainage and temporary works.

Responsibilities

• Manage site teams and subcontractors across drainage and civils works.
• Oversee programmes, budgets, and resource planning.
• Review RAMS, temporary works, and ensure CDM / H&S compliance.
• Maintain client relationships and promote a strong safety culture.

Skills

Project management

Client relationship management

Health and safety compliance

Leadership

Planning

Communication

Education

Relevant qualifications (e.g. SSSTS/SMSTS, NRSWA, CDM/IOSH)

Job description

Project Manager - Civil Engineering

Location: Ipswich | Permanent Role

We're recruiting for a Project Manager to lead civil engineering and drainage projects for a well-established Tier 2 contractor. The role involves overseeing delivery from site operations to client liaison, ensuring works are completed safely, efficiently, and to quality standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage site teams and subcontractors across drainage and civils works.
• Oversee programmes, budgets, and resource planning.
• Review RAMS, temporary works, and ensure CDM / H&S compliance.
• Maintain client relationships and promote a strong safety culture.

Requirements

• Proven experience managing civil engineering or utilities projects.
• Strong understanding of drainage and temporary works.
• Relevant qualifications (e.g. SSSTS/SMSTS, NRSWA, or CDM/IOSH).
• Excellent leadership, planning, and communication skills.

If you're a driven Project Manager looking to join a stable and respected contractor delivering long-term infrastructure works, apply today for a confidential discussion.

Benefits

• Competitive salary, pension, healthcare and holiday allowance starting at 24-26 days per annum.
• Employee benefits programme with discounts for numerous well-known retailers such as Tesco, Sainsbury's, Currys PC World and Vue Cinemas.
• Cycle to work scheme.
• Employee Assistance Programme.