Project Manager Earthworks

Anderselite Ltd; Leeds; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking an experienced Project Manager to oversee earthworks projects in West Yorkshire. This role involves ensuring the successful delivery of projects by managing teams and stakeholder relationships while maintaining safety and quality standards. The ideal candidate has extensive project management experience, particularly in civil engineering or rail environments. Competitive salary and career development opportunities are provided.

Benefits

Competitive salary package

Opportunities on high-profile projects

Career development support

Safety-first working environment

Qualifications

• Demonstrable experience in project management within earthworks or civil engineering.
• Experience in a rail environment is preferred.
• Strong understanding of NEC contracts.

Responsibilities

• Lead the planning and delivery of projects.
• Manage multi-disciplinary teams and subcontractors.
• Ensure compliance with safety and quality standards.
• Oversee project finances and reporting.

Skills

Project management

Stakeholder management

Commercial awareness

Leadership

Education

Relevant qualifications in civil engineering or project management

Job description

Overview

Job Title: Project Manager - Earthworks (Rail Experience Preferred)  |  Location: West Yorkshire

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Project Manager to oversee and deliver earthworks projects across West Yorkshire, with a particular focus on schemes within or adjacent to the rail sector. The role requires a proactive leader with excellent stakeholder management skills, strong commercial awareness, and proven experience managing complex infrastructure projects from inception to completion.

Responsibilities

• Lead the planning, management, and delivery of earthworks projects in line with client requirements, budget, and programme.
• Manage multi-disciplinary teams, subcontractors, and suppliers to ensure works are delivered safely and efficiently.
• Ensure full compliance with health, safety, environmental, and quality standards.
• Oversee project finances including cost control, forecasting, and reporting.
• Liaise with rail stakeholders, landowners, and local authorities to maintain clear communication and resolve project challenges.
• Prepare and review project documentation including risk assessments, method statements, and progress reports.
• Support business development by identifying opportunities and assisting with tenders/bids.

Requirements

• Demonstrable project management experience within earthworks, civil engineering, or related infrastructure projects.
• Ideally, experience delivering works in a rail environment, with knowledge of Network Rail standards and procedures.
• Strong commercial and contractual knowledge (NEC contracts preferred).
• Excellent leadership and communication skills with the ability to manage multiple stakeholders.
• Relevant qualifications in civil engineering, project management, or equivalent experience.
• SMSTS, PTS, and other relevant industry accreditations (preferred but not essential).

What We Offer

• Competitive salary package and benefits.
• Opportunity to work on high-profile infrastructure projects in West Yorkshire.
• Career development and professional training support.
• A collaborative and safety-first working environment.