Project Manager - Highways

Linear Recruitment; City Of London; Hybrid; GBP 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Life assurance 4x salary

Company car or car allowance

Pension up to 8% employer contribution

25 days’ holiday + bank holidays (+5-?

Extensive training and progression

Job summary

Linear Recruitment is seeking an experienced Project Manager to lead civil engineering schemes across highways, bridges, and public realm in Kent and East Sussex. You will coordinate clients, consultants and site teams, delivering projects safely, on time and to high standards.

The role offers ownership of significant regional civil works with a supportive team, and opportunities to mentor Site Agents and junior engineers. Hybrid working with progression opportunities are available.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Project Manager or Senior Site Agent in a main contractor environment.
• Strong civil engineering background covering highways, bridges, or heavy civils.
• Relevant professional qualifications (HNC/HND/BEng or equivalent).
• Valid SMSTS, CSCS card and Temporary Works Coordinator qualification.
• Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel regionally.
• Experience with NEC contracts is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Lead delivery of civil engineering projects from planning to completion.
• Manage site teams, subcontractors and project resources.
• Develop and monitor programmes, costs and tender allowances.
• Prepare method statements, risk assessments and PMP.
• Manage commercial performance, risks and opportunities.
• Coordinate design development and construction requirements.
• Procure, assess and manage subcontractors and suppliers.
• Maintain relationships with clients, consultants and supply chain.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, quality and environmental standards.
• Mentor and develop Site Agents, Engineers and junior staff.
• Ensure projects are delivered on programme and to quality standards.

Skills

Project management experience

Civil engineering background

Willingness to travel

Leadership/mentoring

Education

HNC/HND/BEng or equivalent

Tools

NEC contracts

CSCS card

Temporary Works Coordinator qualification

Job description

Overview:

We are looking to recruit an experienced Project Manager to join an established civil engineering team delivering a range of current and upcoming projects across the Kent and East Sussex region.

The successful Project Manager will take responsibility for delivering schemes across highways, bridge and structures, public realm, drainage and wider civil engineering infrastructure. You will work closely with clients, consultants, subcontractors and internal operational teams to ensure projects are delivered safely, efficiently and to a high standard.

This is a great opportunity for an experienced Project Manager or Senior Site Agent looking to take ownership of significant civil engineering projects while working as part of a supportive and progressive regional team.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the delivery of civil engineering projects from planning through to completion.
• Manage site teams, operatives, subcontractors and project resources.
• Develop and monitor project programmes, costs and tender allowances.
• Prepare and review method statements, risk assessments and project management plans.
• Manage commercial performance, project risks and opportunities.
• Coordinate design development and construction requirements.
• Procure, assess and manage subcontractors and suppliers.
• Maintain strong relationships with clients, consultants and supply chain partners.
• Ensure projects meet health, safety, quality and environmental requirements.
• Support the delivery of highways, structures, drainage, public realm and heavy civil engineering works.
• Lead, mentor and develop Site Agents, Engineers and junior project team members.
• Ensure projects are delivered safely, on programme and to the required quality standards.

Qualifications:

• Proven experience as a Project Manager or Senior Site Agent within a main contractor environment.
• Strong civil engineering background, ideally covering highways, structures, bridges, public realm or heavy civils.
• Relevant qualification such as HNC, HND, BEng or equivalent.
• Valid SMSTS, appropriate CSCS card and Temporary Works Coordinator qualification.
• Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel across the regional project portfolio.
• Experience with NEC contracts and a First Aid at Work qualification would be advantageous.

Benefits:

• Life assurance cover of 4x annual salary and company car or car allowance.
• Company pension scheme with employer contributions matched up to 8%.
• 25 days’ holiday plus bank holidays, with the option to buy additional leave.
• Extensive training and development programmes, with genuine opportunities for career progression.
• Cycle-to-work scheme, Employee Assistance Programme and employee benefits platform.
• Hybrid working where appropriate, free on-site parking and a company social calendar.

Ready to take the next step in your Project Manager career and play a key role in delivering major civil engineering projects across the region?