Senior Project Manager - Civil & Water, Southwest UK

Fawkes & Reece Group; Exeter; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Fawkes & Reece Group in the South West seeks a Project Manager / Senior Project Manager to lead civils and water sector schemes across the region, including Bristol, Yeovil and Exeter. This permanent or long-term role sits with a leading national contractor delivering on Wessex water frameworks.

You will manage site teams and subcontractors, prepare programmes, and ensure safety, quality and environmental policies are followed.

Qualifications

• Experience managing civils projects like groundworks, RC works, piling and foundations.
• Up‑to‑date SMSTS qualification and CSCS card required.
• First Aid at Work desirable.

Responsibilities

• Manage site staff, operatives and subcontractors.
• Prepare and monitor programmes of work.
• Provide method statements, risk assessments and project management plans.
• Understand tender allowances and monitor costs against budgets.
• Engage subcontractors and administer contract changes.
• Inform and involve local groups as necessary.
• Foster good client relations and ensure safety, quality and environmental compliance.

Skills

Project management

Site management

Budget control

Subcontractor coordination

Education

HND/ HNC/ BEng or NVQ Level 6+

Tools

CSCS card

Job description

Fawkes & Reece Group in the South West seeks a Project Manager / Senior Project Manager to lead civils and water sector schemes across the region, including Bristol, Yeovil and Exeter. This permanent or long-term role sits with a leading national contractor delivering on Wessex water frameworks.

You will manage site teams and subcontractors, prepare programmes, and ensure safety, quality and environmental policies are followed.