Project Manager - Groundworks

Vincera Consulting Ltd.; Nottingham; Hybrid; GBP 73,800 - 110,700; Full time

Job summary

Vincera Consulting Ltd. is looking for an experienced Groundworks Project Manager to oversee a fast-paced groundworks package for a school development in Nottingham. This role involves managing site operations and ensuring compliance with safety standards.

The ideal candidate has proven experience in delivering civil engineering packages, strong planning skills, and excellent communication abilities. This is a unique opportunity for a driven individual to work on impactful projects.

Qualifications

• Proven experience delivering groundworks and civil engineering packages.
• Previous experience as a Project Manager on various projects.
• Strong knowledge of drainage, foundations, and slabs.

Responsibilities

• Manage overall delivery of the groundworks package.
• Coordinate sub-contractors and resources.
• Ensure compliance with Tier 1 contractor procedures.

Skills

Groundworks and civil engineering experience

Project management

Strong communication skills

Health & safety management

Planning and programming

Education

CSCS Card

Valid SMSTS Certificate

First Aid at Work Certificate

Civil Engineering qualification

Job description

Groundworks Project Manager – Day Rate

Location: Nottingham
Duration: Initial 8-week project with immediate follow-on project available
Start Date: Immediate
Rate: Competitive Day Rate (DOE)
Hours: 7:00am – 4:30pm

The Opportunity

Our client, a Midlands-based Groundworks sub-contractor, is seeking an experienced Groundworks Project Manager to take full responsibility for delivering a fast-paced groundworks package on a new school development in Nottingham.

The initial project consists of an 8-week programme focused on the completion of ground floor slabs, drainage infrastructure and associated external works. A second Nottingham-based project is scheduled to commence immediately afterwards, providing continuity of work for the successful candidate.

This is an excellent opportunity for a hands-on Project Manager with strong civil engineering and groundworks experience who can manage both site operations and the administrative requirements associated with working for a major contractor.

Key Responsibilities

• Overall management and delivery of the groundworks package.
• Programme management to ensure completion of works within the 8-week timeframe.
• Coordination and management of sub-contractors, labour and plant resources.
• Management of ground floor slab installations.
• Management of drainage and underground services installation.
• Liaison with the Main Contractor's Project Team.
• Daily site coordination meetings and progress reporting.
• Monitoring productivity, quality and programme performance.
• Management of site health & safety standards.
• Production and approval of RAMS, permits and site documentation.
• Ensuring compliance with Tier 1 contractor procedures and reporting requirements.
• Managing site records, inspections and quality assurance processes.
• Working closely with the Site Foreman and Site Engineer to achieve programme milestones.
• Identifying and mitigating project risks.
• Client and stakeholder communication throughout the project lifecycle.

Reporting Structure

The successful Project Manager will have:

• Dedicated Site Foreman
• Site Engineer
• Support from the Main Contractor's Project Team

Essential Requirements

• Proven experience delivering groundworks and civil engineering packages.
• Previous experience as a Project Manager on commercial, education, residential or infrastructure projects.
• Strong knowledge of drainage, foundations, slabs and external works.
• Experience working for or alongside Tier 1 Main Contractors.
• Strong planning, programming and reporting capabilities.
• Ability to manage permits, paperwork and site compliance requirements.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills.
• Valid SMSTS Certificate, CSCS Card, First Aid also preferred

Desirable Requirements

• First Aid at Work Certificate.
• Temporary Works awareness.
• CSCS Black Card or equivalent.
• Civil Engineering or Construction-related qualification.

Ideal Candidate Profile

You will be a driven and organised Project Manager who is comfortable operating in a fast-paced environment. You will be equally capable of managing site operations and handling the significant paperwork, permits and reporting associated with Tier 1 contractor projects.