Project Manager, Operations Manager

Project Manager - Civil Engineering (Groundworks & RC Frames)

Location
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Reading

Type
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Full-time, Permanent

Red Sky Personnel is working with a well-established civil engineering contractor delivering a major infrastructure scheme in the Reading area. We are seeking an experienced Project Manager with a solid background in groundworks, service diversions, and reinforced concrete structures to lead a high-profile, technically complex project. This role operates within a secure and regulated environment, so candidates must be eligible for security clearance and willing to undergo background checks during the onboarding process.

• Lead all stages of the project lifecycle, from planning through to delivery
• Manage groundworks, service diversions, and reinforced concrete works
• Coordinate site teams, subcontractors, and suppliers to ensure safe and efficient operations
• Maintain strong communication with stakeholders and ensure adherence to project timelines and safety standards
• Oversee quality control, health and safety compliance, and risk mitigation
• Contribute to method statements, risk assessments, and progress reporting

• Proven experience managing groundworks and reinforced concrete packages
• Previous experience delivering projects in secure or highly regulated environments is highly advantageous
• Strong cost control skills across all project stages, from pre-construction handover to final completion
• Excellent leadership and communication abilities
• Must be based within a commutable distance of Reading

Mid-Senior level

Full-time

Management

Strategic Management Services

This is an excellent opportunity to join a respected contractor on a long-term, complex project where your technical and leadership skills will be key to its successful delivery.