Project Manager - HS2

Blackwell Earthmoving Limited; Aylesbury; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Blackwell Earthmoving Limited, part of the Hargreaves Services Group, is recruiting a Project Manager to lead delivery teams in safe, productive earthworks on HS2 and other national projects. You will report to the Earthworks Operations Leader, build strong stakeholder relations, and drive programme delivery and budgets.

You will apply knowledge of earthmoving methods, manage resources, safeguard safety, and mentor your team to achieve cost-effective outcomes while upholding quality and

Qualifications

• Extensive civil engineering experience in earthworks.
• Experience leading delivery teams on infrastructure projects.
• Strong ability to manage budgets and resourced programmes.
• Excellent stakeholder and public engagement skills.
• Proven track record of safe and compliant project delivery.
• Ability to motivate and develop teams under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Lead a sectional delivery team to deliver earthworks safely and on programme.
• Maintain strong relationships with Client, stakeholders and the public when required.
• Own all work under control and ensure high standards of delivery.
• Keep Senior Leadership Team informed of progress, risks and issues.
• Work with Central Support, Commercial and H&S teams for coordinated delivery.
• Provide accurate information and ensure effective use of information.

Skills

Senior management

Project management

Earthworks

Stakeholder management

Leadership

Safety leadership

Education

Civil Engineering degree

Job description

About the Role:

At Blackwell Earthmoving Limited, part of the Hargreaves Services Group, we deliver large scale bulk earthworks, soil stabilisation, and land restoration with precision and expertise. As a trusted partner on nationally significant projects including HS2, Sizewell C, and the Lower Thames Crossing, we bring proven capability to complex infrastructure schemes across the UK.

The primary role of Project Manager is to lead delivery teams in the safe, productive, and profitable earthworks at HS2. As the day-to-day management face of Blackwell, the Project Manager will maintain excellent relations with stakeholders and members of the public when required, reporting directly to the Earthworks Operations Leader and the Project Senior Leadership Team. The postholder will support and motivate their team to develop a strong working unit and enable all employees to fulfil their potential, contributing to the Company’s mission and values.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead a sectional delivery team to ensure earthworks are delivered safely, efficiently, and to programme.
• Maintain strong working relationships with the Client, stakeholders, and the public when required.
• Take ownership of all work under their control and ensure high standards of delivery.
• Keep the Senior Leadership Team fully informed of progress, risks, and any emerging issues.
• Work closely with Central Support, Commercial, and Health & Safety teams to maintain coordinated project delivery.
• Provide accurate information to Central Support and ensure effective use of information received.
• Apply strong technical knowledge of earthmoving methods, plant, outputs, and operational constraints.
• Produce resourced programmes and develop working budgets.
• Ensure compliance with earthworks specifications and materials handling requirements.
• Identify opportunities to improve safety, productivity, and cost effectiveness.
• Promote a safe working environment and ensure unsafe situations are never overlooked.
• Deputise as required to support wider project leadership.

What We’re Looking For:

• Extensive civil engineering experience, preferably in earthworks.
• Experience in linear earthworks.
• Previous experience in a Senior Management or Project Management role.
• Strong understanding of modern earthmoving methods, plant, outputs, and technologies.
• In depth knowledge of earthworks specifications, materials handling, and operational constraints.
• Ability to produce resourced programmes and working budgets.
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage large volumes of documentation.
• Effective problem-solving skills and a practical approach to improving methods.
• Ability to motivate and engage team members at all levels.
• Calm, adaptable, and confident in making decisions under pressure.
• Strong communication and relationship building skills.

About Us:

At Hargreaves Services plc, we support some of the UK’s most critical industries, from energy and environmental services to logistics, land regeneration, and raw material supply. With operations across the UK and internationally, our team of over 1,300 professionals works on projects that shape infrastructure, restore landscapes, and support global supply chains.

Our mission is to provide reliable, innovative, and sustainable services that deliver long term value for clients, stakeholders, and the environment.