Utilities Project Manager

ZipRecruiter; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading demolition contractor in Birmingham is seeking an experienced Project Coordinator/Manager to oversee project logistics and coordination. The ideal candidate will have a background in construction, demolition, or environmental remediation, with strong organizational and communication skills. This role offers a competitive salary of £50-60K and a collaborative work culture with opportunities for progression.

Benefits

Company car

Bonus scheme

Staff kitchen meals

Qualifications

• Must have previous construction, demolition or environmental contractor experience.
• Strong organisational and time management skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage logistics, documentation, scheduling, and coordination.
• Ensure project compliance with regulatory requirements.
• Coordinate site mobilisation and permissions.

Skills

Organisational skills

Time management skills

Knowledge of demolition processes

Familiarity with environmental regulations

Communication skills

Proficiency in project management software

Education

NEBOSH certification or similar NVQ safety training

Job description

Overview

Reed Property & Construction are proudly working with a leading demolition contractor to recruit for an experienced Project Coordinator/Manager. This business is a real leader in their field with some exciting news that will drop soon on some key contracts they have won. Their projects range from £100k to £10m, and pride themselves on having an expert workforce and state-of-the-art plant equipment. They are looking for an experienced candidate with construction, demolition or environmental remediation experience from ideally a project management or central coordination type of role. This is a dynamic role for the business and plays a pivotal role with the planning and organisation of projects and is the glue to the QS team, project managers, site supervisors and subcontractors.

Salary & Benefits

Healthy salary range of 50-60K per annum (the higher end will require demolition experience). EV Company car included. Healthy bonus scheme which is currently being reviewed and further improved. Breakfast and lunch available to staff in staff kitchen. Chance to work on exciting and varied projects. Chance to go out to these interesting and sometimes highly secure sites. They are winning lots of work at the moment so progression is available. High performance but collaborative culture.

Day-to-day of the role

• Manage logistics, documentation, scheduling, and coordination of external resources from pre-demolition planning to post-demolition reporting.
• Ensure each project phase is documented, compliant with regulatory requirements, and aligned with delivery timelines.
• Full management of service disconnections, isolations, diversions, and adaptations—coordinating all planning, liaison, and logistical aspects with statutory providers and subcontractors.
• Arrange and manage all necessary permissions and permits from local authorities, collaborating closely with departments such as Planning, Building Control, and Highways.
• Coordinate site mobilisation, permitting, and service disconnections.
• Track project milestones and deadlines.
• Arrange and manage all site security requirements and site testing regime in accordance with project specifications.
• Identify waste facilities within the local area, arrange required testing to enable waste disposal and material movements.

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Must have previous construction, demolition or environmental contractor experience. Ideally within a project management or central coordination role.
• Strong organisational and time management skills.
• Knowledge of demolition processes, construction terminology, and safety protocols.
• Familiarity with environmental regulations and hazardous material handling.
• Proficiency in computer skills, including project management software.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, capable of serving as a liaison between clients, contractors, and internal teams.
• Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience in construction, demolition, or environmental remediation is required. NEBOSH certification or similar NVQ safety training is a plus.

Therefore if this great opportunity has interested you and you have the experience requested, then do not hesitate and apply today to be in a chance of being shortlisted.