Senior Project Manager

Confidential; Chelmsford; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading infrastructure contractor is seeking an experienced Senior Project Manager to oversee the transformation of a major road junction in Essex. You will lead a multidisciplinary team, ensuring the project is delivered safely, on time, and to budget. Responsibilities include managing site operations, procurement, and compliance with safety legislation. Ideal candidates will have strong leadership experience and a formal qualification in civil engineering.

Qualifications

• Strong leadership experience on major infrastructure projects >£30m in value.
• Proven track record of delivering complex highway or transport-related projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead all site operations and construction phases across this complex multi-million-pound project.
• Manage design coordination and provide direction to the design manager.
• Identify and mitigate project risks including disputes, defects, and legal liabilities.

Skills

Leadership

Problem Solving

Communication

Education

Formal qualification in civil engineering

Job description

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Base pay range

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Managing Partner at Vantis Group Ltd, Incorporating CY Executive Resourcing and Viridian Associates

A leading infrastructure contractor is seeking an experienced Senior Project Manager to oversee the transformation of one of Essex’s busiest road junctions. This high-profile scheme includes the redesign of a major interchange, construction of a new pedestrian bridge, and road widening works, representing a significant upgrade to regional transport infrastructure.

What You’ll Be Doing:

As Senior Project Manager, you’ll take full accountability for delivering the project safely, on time, and to budget — leading a multidisciplinary team and working closely with designers, supply chain partners, and client stakeholders. You will:

• Lead all site operations and construction phases across this complex multi-million-pound project
• Build and develop a high-performing delivery team, assigning responsibilities and supporting growth
• Manage design coordination and provide direction to the design manager
• Oversee procurement of materials, plant, and subcontractors aligned to programme milestones
• Ensure compliance with HS&E legislation and site safety plans
• Conduct inspections and reviews, investigating incidents and reporting findings
• Champion digital construction and understand the value of BIM in major infrastructure delivery
• Identify and mitigate project risks including disputes, defects, and legal liabilities

What We’re Looking For:

• A formal qualification in civil engineering or a related discipline
• Strong leadership experience on major infrastructure projects >£30m in value
• Deep understanding of infrastructure delivery within a regulated, safety-critical environment
• Proven track record of delivering complex highway or transport-related projects
• Ability to influence, communicate, and problem-solve under pressure

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Project Management

Industries

• Civil Engineering

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Locations include:

• London, England, United Kingdom
• Dartford, England, United Kingdom
• Rochester, England, United Kingdom
• Essex, England, United Kingdom
• Barking, England, United Kingdom
• Witham, England, United Kingdom
• Colchester, England, United Kingdom
• Billericay, England, United Kingdom
• Chelmsford, England, United Kingdom
• Enfield, England, United Kingdom
• Basildon, England, United Kingdom

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