Project Manager Construction

ZipRecruiter; Peterborough; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is looking for a Project Manager to join their Eastern Region team. This role involves managing diverse projects, including flood defence and road schemes, while promoting a collaborative work culture. Candidates should possess relevant qualifications and experience to ensure timely and profitable project completion, supported by a strong benefits package including life cover and training opportunities.

Benefits

Life assurance cover (4x annual salary)

Company car or car allowance

Company pension scheme (up to 8%)

25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Cycle-to-work scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Free on-site parking

Qualifications

• Experience with main contractor roles in flood defence/structures.
• Ability to delegate and manage change.
• Relevant industry qualification and up-to-date SMSTS.

Responsibilities

• Manage site staff, operatives, and sub-contractors.
• Prepare and monitor work programmes.
• Supervise and mentor junior staff.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Change Management

Education

HND/HNC/BEng or equivalent

Tools

SMSTS qualification

CSCS card

Job description

Job Description

Career Opportunity: Project Manager

To strengthen our Eastern Region team, we are recruiting for a Project Manager. At Jackson, we are dynamic, innovative, and focused, supported by an inclusive and fun company culture. Our clients value our proactive approach, depth of expertise, integrity, and the quality we deliver.

Our people enjoy working on exciting and varied projects. We promote a healthy, productive, and flexible working environment that respects work-life balance. We are seeking a Project Manager in our Eastern Region to work on Flood Defence schemes, Navigation structures, and Highways/Road schemes covering Cambridge, Northampton, Bedfordshire, and South Lincoln.

Main Duties for the Project Manager:

1. Management of site staff, operatives, and sub-contractors.
2. Provide method statements, hazard risk assessments, and Project Management plans.
3. Understand tender allowances and monitor contract loss against budgets.
4. Prepare and monitor programmes of work.
5. Foster good relations and reputation with clients.
6. Manage design coordination.
7. Assess and engage sub-contractors.
8. Manage contracts to ensure timely and profitable completion.
9. Supervise, mentor, and assist in the career development of junior staff.

Candidate Requirements:

• Experience with main contractor roles, preferably with flood defence/structures and highways/road schemes.
• Team player with excellent communication and people skills.
• Ability to manage change and delegate.
• Relevant industry qualification (HND/HNC/BEng) or equivalent.
• Up-to-date SMSTS qualification and appropriate CSCS card.

Benefits:

• Life assurance cover (4x annual salary).
• Company car or car allowance.
• Company pension scheme (up to 8%).
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays, with options to buy more.
• Leave off 2 hours early every Friday ('The Great Escape').
• Extensive training programmes.
• Cycle-to-work scheme.
• Employee Assistance Programme.
• Employee benefits platform.
• Free on-site parking.
• Company social calendar and charity events.
• Supportive environment for career progression.

We are committed to equality of opportunity for all staff. Applications from individuals regardless of gender, age, disability, reassignment, race, religion, belief, marriage, or civil partnership are encouraged. We support inclusive recruitment and will assist applicants needing adjustments during the process. Please inform us if you require additional assistance.

Due to high application volume, we may not respond to unsuccessful applicants. If you do not hear from us within two weeks, your application was not successful.