Project Manager - Regional Civil Engineering business - South West

Octavius Infrastructure; Matlock Bath CP; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company Car scheme

Private Healthcare

Pension

Life Assurance cover

25 days Annual Leave (and a day off on

Birthday)

Hybrid working where possible

Enhanced Paternity & Maternity package

Personal and professional development

Job summary

Octavius Infrastructure is recruiting a Project Manager to join our Regional Civil Engineering business unit, overseeing projects under the Somerset Council New Asset Framework and Traffic Signal Infrastructure Framework. You will lead project teams, engage with stakeholders, and ensure governance and safety standards are met.

Successful candidates will bring civil engineering or related degrees, PMP/-equivalent certification, and strong commercial awareness.

Qualifications

• Degree in civil engineering, construction management, architecture, or a related field.
• Professional certification in project management, or relevant experience.
• Knowledge of Lean / Six Sigma methodologies is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Lead customer-focused project teams to deliver high-quality, timely results.
• Engage stakeholders and local communities to secure positive outcomes.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards, contracts, and governance processes.
• Drive project financial performance through cost control and forecasting.
• Promote safety, professionalism, and continuous improvement across the team.
• Mentor and develop team members to share best practices.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem-Solving

Adaptability

Integrity

Education

Civil engineering degree

Construction management degree

Architecture degree

Project management certification

Tools

NEC 4 contracts

CSCS card

Job description

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We are recruiting for a Project Manager to join us here at Octavius, working in our Regional Civil Engineering business unit.

In this role, you'll manage projects assigned to us through the Somerset Council New Asset Framework and Traffic Signal Infrastructure Framework.

You'll be working on…. (what your role and responsibility is)

• Leading customer-focused project teams to exceed expectations, ensuring high-quality, timely project delivery.
• Fostering strong engagement with stakeholders and local communities to create positive project outcomes.
• Ensuring strict compliance with industry standards, contracts, and governance processes.
• Driving financial performance through effective cost control, accurate forecasting, and profit accountability.
• Promoting a culture of safety, professionalism, and continuous improvement across all levels of the team.
• Mentoring and developing team members, sharing best practices to enhance skills and project outcomes.

You'll receive…. (because we value you)

• Company Car scheme
• Private Healthcare
• Pension
• Life Assurance cover
• 25 days Annual Leave (and a day off for your birthday)
• Hybrid working where possible
• enhanced Paternity & Maternity package
• opportunity to develop yourself personally and professionally

About You…. (what You Are Skilled At)

• Leadership: You are an inspirational leader who drives values and maintains an inclusive and collaborative culture.
• Communication: You are an excellent communicator who can engage with stakeholders and team members effectively.
• Problem-Solving: You are a strategic thinker and adept anticipator who can navigate complex challenges.
• Adaptability: You are highly adaptable and can manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Integrity: You are trustworthy, professional, and committed to delivering high-quality results.

You'll Bring… (your Wealth Of Experience & Qualifications)

• Commercial awareness, and good level of programming and contract knowledge. Familiarity with NEC 4 contracts, and an understanding of how project and package P&L impacts on corporate finances.
• Degree in civil engineering, construction management, architecture, or a related field, professional certification in project management, or relevant experience.
• Knowledge of Lean / Six Sigma Methodologies is an advantage.
• Significant experience in highways construction, specifically road building and drainage systems.
• Strong knowledge of NEC or ICE contract conditions and programme management.
• SMSTS certification and a valid CSCS card.

Inclusion and diversity are important to us, we are an equal opportunities employer and value difference. We want and will continue to build an inclusive environment where our people thrive. We firmly believe constantly striving to build a truly diverse workforce is what makes us a strong business and will enable us to continue to solve important problems and deliver unrivalled value to both our customers and clients. If you need any specialist support throughout your application, we will work with you where we can to support your journey with us.

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