Senior Project Manager

Location:

Saxmundham Contract Type:
Temp-Perm

Hours:

45 hours per week

Summary

We are seeking an experienced Senior Project Manager with extensive civil engineering expertise to lead and manage complex infrastructure projects. The role requires strong leadership in delivering heavy civil engineering works, ensuring projects are completed safely, on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards. A key aspect of this position is effective stakeholder engagement, maintaining excellent relationships with clients, subcontractors, suppliers, and internal teams throughout the project lifecycle.

The successful candidate will oversee all phases from design and preconstruction through to construction and handover, managing resources, programmes, risk, and commercial performance. This role demands a proactive approach to problem-solving, cost control, and continuous improvement, with a focus on driving project success and client satisfaction.

Key Responsibilities Lead project delivery from design through to completion, ensuring compliance with contract requirements and company procedures

Produce and manage financial forecasts, cost control, and monthly performance reporting

Develop and maintain construction programmes and resource plans

Chair site and stakeholder meetings, ensuring clear communication and accurate record keeping

Manage and coordinate site investigations, subcontractors, and supply chain partners

Prepare estimates for additional works and support tendering activities

Drive health, safety, and environmental compliance, setting high standards of leadership in HSE practices

Manage quality assurance processes, including Inspection and Test Plans and as-built documentation

Maintain strong stakeholder engagement to ensure alignment of project objectives and expectations

Foster a collaborative team environment and support staff development

Skills

Extensive civil engineering project management experience, particularly in heavy civils, highways & infrastructure. Strong stakeholder engagement and client relationship management

Proven ability to manage direct labour and subcontractors

Excellent communication, leadership, and team management skills

Sound commercial awareness and cost control expertise

Proficient in programme and risk management

Ability to challenge designs and resolve complex problems

Experience with contract management, preferably NEC contracts

Strong planning and organisational skills

Ability to work independently and deliver projects with minimal supervision

Software/Tools Primavera P6 or equivalent project management software

Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook)
Certifications & Standards Degree or HNC in Civil Engineering or equivalentCSCS Manager’s Card (Black Card)
SMSTS (Site Management Safety Training Scheme)
NEBOSH Construction Certificate (preferred)
Temporary Works Coordinator (TWC) certification (preferred)
Knowledge of NEC contracts, including Early Warning and Compensation Event mechanisms

Location:

Suffolk, England Salary:
Market related

Category

Construction Engineering Sector:

Building, Construction and Infrastructure Contract type Contract Consultant:
Natalie Barrett