Civils Project Manager

Civil Engineering Project Manager – Cardiff

Location:

Cardiff (and surrounding areas)
Sector:
Civil Engineering / Industrial Construction
Job Type: Permanent / Full-Time

Overview

An established and highly respected civil engineering contractor is seeking an experienced Civil Engineering Project Manager to join their team on major projects across South Wales, with a strong focus around Cardiff.

This role is ideally suited to a Project Manager with a solid background in heavy civil engineering, particularly cofferdams, industrial projects, and heavy plant foundations, who is looking to work close to home on technically challenging schemes.

Key Responsibilities

* Manage civil engineering projects from pre-construction through to completion

* Take full responsibility for programme, budget, quality, and health & safety

* Oversee site teams including Engineers, Supervisors, and Subcontractors

* Coordinate with clients, consultants, and internal stakeholders

* Manage temporary works including cofferdams and complex groundwork solutions

* Ensure works are delivered in line with CDM regulations and company procedures

* Monitor progress, resolve technical issues, and drive projects to successful delivery

Essential Experience & Skills

* Proven experience as a Project Manager within civil engineering

* Strong background in:

* Cofferdams

* Industrial civil engineering projects

* Heavy plant foundations

* Experience managing groundworks and structural civils packages

* Excellent knowledge of construction methodology, sequencing, and temporary works

* Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills

* Ability to manage multiple stakeholders and tight programmes

Qualifications

* Degree or HNC/HND in Civil Engineering or Construction Management (or equivalent)

* SMSTS

* CSCS (Black or Gold Card preferred)

* First Aid (desirable)

Location & Travel

* Projects are primarily based in and around Cardiff

* Preference for candidates local to the Cardiff / South Wales area

What’s on Offer

* Competitive salary package

* Long-term, secure workload with a reputable contractor

* Opportunity to work on complex, high-value civil engineering projects

* Supportive and professional working environment