Civils Project Manager

Job Role:

Civils Project Manager

Location:

Remote / Project Based (Midlands & South West)
Salary: £50,000 - £60,000 per annum

Contract:

Permanent, Full-Time

Hours:

Monday to Friday, 08:00 - 17:00 (1-hour lunch break)
Overtime:
 
1.5x hourly rate Monday to Saturday
2x hourly rate Sundays and Bank Holidays  Annual Leave: 25 days plus Bank Holidays

Role Overview
We are recruiting an experienced and commercially focused Civils Project Manager to lead the delivery of civil engineering projects across the Midlands and South West.
As a Civils Project Manager, you will take full responsibility for the safe, efficient and profitable delivery of projects from mobilisation through to completion. Working across a range of civil engineering, infrastructure, drainage, remediation and groundworks projects, you will manage multidisciplinary teams, subcontractors and suppliers to ensure projects are delivered safely, on time, within budget and to the highest quality standards.
This is a predominantly site-based role requiring strong project leadership, technical knowledge and stakeholder management skills. The successful Civils Project Manager will be comfortable working across multiple project locations and will play a key role in maintaining client satisfaction and driving operational excellence.

Key Responsibilities
Project Delivery & Management
 
Manage the end-to-end delivery of civil engineering projects from mobilisation to completion
Ensure projects are delivered safely, on programme and within budget
Coordinate site teams, subcontractors, suppliers and specialist contractors
Maintain operational oversight of multiple projects where required
Lead project planning, sequencing and resource allocation activities
Implement recovery plans where programme or budget risks are identified  Site Leadership & Operational Control
 
Maintain a strong site presence and oversee daily operations
Monitor project performance, productivity and quality standards
Lead site meetings, toolbox talks and progress reviews
Ensure works are completed in accordance with specifications and drawings
Manage subcontractor performance and site coordination activities
Promote a strong culture of safety, quality and accountability  Technical & Commercial Management
 
Review and interpret engineering drawings, specifications and CAD plans
Undertake or oversee setting out activities, including levels, coordinates and gradients
Produce and maintain project programmes using Microsoft Project
Monitor project costs and work closely with commercial teams to achieve margin targets
Support the preparation of Bills of Quantities and material take-offs
Identify and manage project risks and opportunities  Client & Stakeholder Management
 
Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, consultants and stakeholders
Provide regular project reporting, forecasts and programme updates
Represent the business at client meetings and senior project reviews
Ensure a professional and proactive approach to customer service
Protect and enhance the company's reputation through successful project delivery  Health, Safety & Compliance
 
Ensure compliance with all Health & Safety, Environmental and CDM regulations
Promote best practice across all projects and site operations
Lead by example in maintaining safe systems of work
Ensure quality assurance processes and inspections are completed effectively
Drive continuous improvement across project delivery and operational performance

Essential Criteria
 
Proven experience as a Civils Project Manager, Project Manager or Senior Site Manager within civil engineering
Strong background delivering:  
Groundworks
Drainage
Infrastructure projects
Remediation works
Civil engineering construction projects  
Experience managing multiple subcontractors and site teams
Strong understanding of construction methodologies and programme management
Ability to interpret engineering drawings and technical specifications
Experience using Microsoft Project and Microsoft Office
Strong commercial awareness and budget management experience
Excellent communication, leadership and stakeholder management skills
Full UK driving licence
Willingness to…