Project Manager, Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineer

The Opportunity An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Ground Investigation Project Manager to join one of the UK's leading geotechnical and geo-environmental site investigation businesses. This is a senior project delivery position for a ground engineering professional with a minimum of seven years' UK ground investigation experience who is ready to take ownership of complex projects from initial planning and mobilisation through to reporting, commercial close and client handover.

You will manage multiple ground investigation contracts across the UK, coordinating technical teams, drilling resources, subcontractors and laboratory programmes while maintaining a strong focus on safety, quality, programme and commercial performance. The position offers genuine responsibility, direct client exposure and the opportunity to develop within a knowledgeable national engineering team. About the Company The business is an award-winning, multidisciplinary geotechnical and geo-environmental site investigation specialist with more than 60 years' industry experience.

With a network of regional offices and an extensive range of specialist investigation equipment, the company has the capability to deliver contracts of varying size, complexity and technical scope throughout the UK and internationally. Its multidisciplinary technical teams include geologists, engineering geologists, civil engineers, geo-environmental specialists and environmental scientists. Together, they provide technical, logistical and contractual support across infrastructure, energy, residential, commercial and public-sector projects.

The business forms part of a leading international environmental, engineering and technical services group, providing employees with access to wider expertise, long-term career opportunities and a supportive, people-focused culture.

The Role As Project Manager, you will take responsibility for the successful planning, coordination and delivery of ground investigation projects. You will manage projects from contract award through to completion, ensuring that investigation works are delivered safely, efficiently, within budget and in accordance with the agreed technical specification. Working closely with clients, engineers, drilling teams, laboratories, subcontractors and internal commercial teams, you will act as the principal point of contact throughout the project lifecycle.

Key Responsibilities:

Project Planning and Delivery Manage ground investigation projects from contract award through to completion Review project specifications, scopes of work, programmes and commercial requirements Prepare project plans, programmes, mobilisation information and site documentation Coordinate staff, drilling rigs, plant, equipment, subcontractors and laboratory resources Ensure appropriate personnel, technical capabilities and investigation methods are allocated to each project Manage multiple projects simultaneously across different locations Monitor progress against agreed milestones and take action to resolve delays or delivery issues Ensure factual reports, technical outputs and final deliverables are completed to programme Ground Investigation Management Plan and oversee intrusive ground investigation works Coordinate techniques including rotary drilling, cable percussion, window sampling, sonic drilling, trial pits and geophysical surveys Provide technical oversight of site operations, logging, sampling and monitoring programmes Review soil and rock logs to ensure compliance with current geotechnical standards Develop and manage laboratory testing schedules Review field and laboratory data and coordinate information required for reporting Ensure investigation works comply with project specifications, relevant standards and client expectations Commercial and Contract Management Manage project budgets, expenditure, forecasting and profitability Monitor project costs and resource utilisation throughout delivery Identify changes in scope, variations and additional work opportunities Prepare and submit project measures, applications for payment and invoices Maintain clear commercial records and support account reconciliation Manage subcontractor costs, purchase orders and project expenditure Ensure projects are delivered within agreed commercial parameters Contribute to tender reviews, fee proposals and future project opportunities Client and Stakeholder Management Act as the main point of contact for clients throughout project delivery Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, contractors and project stakeholders Attend pre-start, progress, technical and commercial meetings Provide regular project updates and communicate risks, changes and programme matters clearly Work collaboratively with designers, consultants, laboratories and specialist subcontractors Respond proactively to client queries and maintain high standards of service Support repeat business through reliable project delivery and positive…