Project Manager

Heidelberg Materials UK; oThongathi; Hybrid; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

Heidelberg Materials is seeking a Project Manager for their Contracting division to manage major infrastructure projects. The role involves leading project execution, ensuring compliance with engineering standards, managing budgets, and stakeholder engagement. This position offers an opportunity to shape the future of Contracting with flexible working conditions and additional benefits.

Benefits

Bonuses

Pension schemes

27 days holiday

Flexible working

Volunteering days

Qualifications

• Experience managing large-scale construction or infrastructure projects.
• Detailed asphalt and contracting knowledge.
• Numerical and analytical skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead planning and execution of major projects.
• Manage full project lifecycle from planning to completion.
• Control project budgets and timelines.

Skills

Leadership

Stakeholder engagement

Proactive approach

Attention to detail

Job description

The Project Manager is a key position for Contracting, responsible for managing the initiation and implementation of major projects within the Contracting division.

The Project Manager will utilize high standards of engineering and project management, taking personal responsibility for individual projects.

Project Manager – Contracting

Location: Maidstone | Full-Time | Competitive Salary + Benefits (Hybrid Company Car)

Heidelberg Materials seeks a skilled Project Manager for the contracting team to lead delivery of major infrastructure and construction projects. This role involves managing projects from early contractor involvement (ECI) to completion, ensuring safety, timeliness, and budget adherence.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead planning and execution of major projects, ensuring compliance with engineering and project management standards
• Champion health, safety, and environmental best practices
• Ensure defect-free delivery through effective resource planning
• Manage client relationships and ensure alignment with contract objectives
• Control project budgets and timelines, support commercial teams with site records
• Ensure statutory and company regulation compliance
• Support continuous improvement and cost-saving initiatives

Health & Safety

• Promote a safety-first culture across all project phases
• Ensure compliance with Safe Systems of Work, Method Statements, and Risk Assessments

Project Delivery

• Manage full project lifecycle from planning to completion
• Deliver projects on time, within budget, and to quality standards

Environment & Sustainability

• Ensure compliance with environmental regulations
• Promote sustainable practices to minimize environmental impact

Client Liaison & Stakeholder Management

• Maintain strong communication with clients
• Manage scope or schedule changes collaboratively
• Coordinate with internal teams and external stakeholders

Financial Management

• Monitor and control project budgets
• Maintain accurate site records for reporting
• Identify and implement cost-saving opportunities

What We’re Looking For:

• Experience managing large-scale construction or infrastructure projects
• Leadership and stakeholder engagement skills
• Proactive, solutions-focused approach
• Commitment to safety, quality, sustainability, and excellence

Experience/Business Competence:

• Detailed asphalt and contracting knowledge
• Road construction and programming expertise
• Numerical and analytical skills
• Experience delivering major contracts
• Attention to detail

This is a fantastic opportunity to lead high-value projects and shape the future of Contracting at Heidelberg Materials. We look forward to hearing from candidates ready to take on complex challenges and make a meaningful impact.

Employer of Choice:

• Armed Forces Covenant (Silver), Disability Confident, 5% Club (Platinum), Mates in Mind, Clear Assured, MPQC, STEM Ambassador

Additional Benefits:

• Compensation: Bonuses, pension schemes, life assurance
• Work-Life Balance: 27 days holiday, flexible and agile working, holiday purchase, sabbatical
• Family Policies: Maternity, Paternity, Parental Leave, Neonatal, Adoption, IVF, Menopause
• Social Value Initiatives: Volunteering days, community engagement (LGBTQ+, Women in STEM, Armed Forces, etc.)