Project Manager - Groundworks

Ridgeway and Co; Oxford; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established groundworks contractor in Oxford seeks a Project Manager to lead various construction projects. The role involves overseeing project delivery from initial planning to completion while ensuring high standards of safety and quality. Ideal candidates will have proven construction project management experience in the UK and excellent communication skills.

Qualifications

• Proven experience managing construction projects in the UK.
• Strong understanding of residential and/or commercial schemes.
• Excellent communication, organisational, and leadership skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all phases of project delivery from planning through to handover.
• Manage site teams and subcontractors to ensure timelines and budgets are met.
• Liaise with clients, consultants, and stakeholders.
• Drive health & safety compliance and quality standards.
• Support reporting, procurement, and programme management tasks.

Skills

Project management

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Leadership skills

Job description

Ridgeway & Co are delighted to be partnering with a well-established groundworks contractor who are looking to appoint a Project Manager on a permanent basis. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a dynamic and growing business that delivers a diverse portfolio of projects across the residential, commercial, and mixed-use sectors. Based in Oxford, you will take the lead on schemes from pre-construction through to completion, ensuring high standards of delivery, client satisfaction, and programme control.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee all phases of project delivery from planning through to handover
• Manage site teams and subcontractors to ensure timelines and budgets are met
• Liaise with clients, consultants, and stakeholders
• Drive health & safety compliance and quality standards
• Support reporting, procurement, and programme management tasks

Requirements

• Proven experience managing construction projects in the UK
• Strong understanding of residential and/or commercial schemes
• Excellent communication, organisational, and leadership skills

If you would be interested in this position, please apply with the latest copy of your CV