Project Manager (Civils)

Caval Limited; Epsom; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Caval Limited in the United Kingdom is seeking an experienced Project Manager to deliver district heating civil engineering infrastructure from inception to completion. You will manage sites and offices, ensuring safety, time, budget and quality, with a London-based focus and opportunities in Sheffield.

The role requires proven civil engineering PM experience, delivering district heating or utilities projects, and strong programme, commercial and NEC contract awareness.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Project Manager within civil engineering.
• Experience delivering district heating, utilities, pipeline or infrastructure projects.
• Strong understanding of programme management, budgets, commercial awareness, and NEC contracts.
• Excellent leadership and stakeholder management skills.
• SMSTS/CSCS and a UK driving licence are advantageous.
• Must be willing to work from the office and project sites; home-based working is not available.

Responsibilities

• Manage the delivery of district heating projects from start to finish.
• Oversee site teams, subcontractors and project resources.
• Ensure projects are delivered safely, on time and within budget.
• Manage client relationships and attend progress meetings.
• Monitor programme, cost, quality and project performance.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety and environmental standards.
• Coordinate with commercial and engineering teams to achieve successful project outcomes.

Skills

Project management

Civil engineering

District heating

Budget management

Stakeholder management

NEC contracts

Leadership

Job description

Job Title: Project Manager - District Heating (Civil Engineering)

Location: South West London / Gatwick Airport (London-based preferred) or Sheffield (2 days in the Sheffield office, 3 days on site in London)

Salary: Competitive - DOE (Permanent or Freelance considered - No Ltd Company contractors)

Role Highlights & Packages:

• Opportunity to deliver major district heating infrastructure projects.


• Secured pipeline of work across South West London, including a significant project at Gatwick Airport.


• Permanent or freelance opportunities available.


• Office and site-based role with a collaborative project team.


• Long-term career opportunities within a growing civil engineering business.

Role Overview:

Due to continued growth and the award of several high-profile district heating projects, we are seeking an experienced Project Manager to oversee the successful delivery of civil engineering infrastructure works. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing projects from inception through to completion, ensuring they are delivered safely, on programme, within budget, and to the highest quality standards.

Key Requirements:

• Proven experience as a Project Manager within the civil engineering sector.


• Experience delivering district heating, utilities, pipeline, energy, or infrastructure projects.


• Strong understanding of programme management, budgets, commercial awareness, and NEC contracts.


• Excellent leadership and stakeholder management skills.


• SMSTS, CSCS and a full UK driving licence are advantageous.


• Must be willing to work from the office and project sites; home-based working is not available.

Responsibilities:

• Manage the delivery of district heating projects from start to finish.


• Oversee site teams, subcontractors and project resources.


• Ensure projects are delivered safely, on time and within budget.


• Manage client relationships and attend progress meetings.


• Monitor programme, cost, quality and project performance.


• Ensure compliance with all health, safety and environmental standards.


• Coordinate with commercial and engineering teams to achieve successful project outcomes.