Project Engineer, Civil Engineering

We are working with a well-established civil engineering and infrastructure contractor who is looking to appoint a Project Engineer to support a growing portfolio of projects across the North West, based from their Manchester operations.

This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious engineer who wants hands-on project exposure, strong technical development, and a clear pathway for progression within a major contractor environment.

The Role As Project Engineer, you will play a key role in the delivery of civil engineering projects, supporting the Project Manager and site teams to ensure works are delivered safely, on time, and to specification. The position offers a strong balance of site-based and engineering responsibilities.

Key responsibilities include:

* Supporting planning, coordination, and execution of works on site

* Setting out, surveying, and managing site engineering activities

* Preparing and reviewing method statements, risk assessments, and technical documentation

* Managing subcontractors and liaising with designers and suppliers

* Monitoring progress against programme and reporting on key milestones

* Ensuring quality standards, health & safety, and environmental requirements are met

About You To be considered for this role, you will ideally have:

* A degree or equivalent qualification in Civil Engineering or a related discipline

* Experience working as a Project Engineer or Site Engineer within civil engineering or infrastructure projects

* Strong setting out and technical skills

* A proactive, problem-solving mindset with good communication skills

* The ability to work collaboratively within a project team

What’s on Offer

* Competitive salary and benefits package

* Long-term, stable work with a reputable contractor

* Exposure to complex and interesting infrastructure projects

* Clear progression and professional development opportunities

* A supportive team environment with strong engineering leadership

If you’re a Project Engineer looking to take the next step in your career within a forward-thinking contractor, this role in Manchester could be a great fit