Project Manager, Civil Engineering, Operations Manager

Job Title: Project Manager Canal Network Infrastructure (ECI)
Location: Coventry to Milton Keynes (with travel across the route)
Pay method: Umbrella PAYE

About the Role

A leading UK infrastructure contractor is seeking an experienced Project Manager to lead the delivery of works across a canal network portfolio between Coventry and Milton Keynes. This is a key leadership role responsible for managing complex civil engineering projects along operational waterways.

The successful candidate must have proven experience delivering ECI (Early Contractor Involvement) projects and demonstrate a steady, consistent work history on similar infrastructure schemes.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the full lifecycle delivery of canal and waterways infrastructure projects from ECI through to completion.

• Manage Early Contractor Involvement phases, including buildability reviews, risk mitigation, programme development, and cost planning.

• Work collaboratively with clients, designers, and supply chain partners during pre-construction and delivery phases.

• Oversee programme management, cost control, and commercial performance.

• Ensure works are delivered safely, sustainably, and to the highest quality standards.

• Coordinate multidisciplinary teams including site managers, engineers, and subcontractors.

• Maintain compliance with environmental and waterways regulations.

• Provide clear reporting on progress, risks, and financial performance.

Essential Requirements

• Proven experience delivering ECI works within civil engineering or infrastructure.

• Demonstrable track record on canal, waterways, flood defence, or similar heavy civils projects.

• Steady employment history showing consistent progression and delivery on comparable schemes.

• Strong understanding of NEC contracts (particularly NEC3/NEC4).

• Excellent leadership and stakeholder management skills.

• SMSTS, CSCS (Manager level), and relevant engineering or construction qualification (HNC/HND/Degree or equivalent).

• Full UK driving licence.

Desirable Experience

• Experience working on live waterway or environmentally sensitive sites.

• Background in structural, geotechnical, or marine/civil engineering works.

• Experience with in regulated or publicly funded infrastructure environments.

What s on Offer

• Competitive salary and benefits package

• Company car or car allowance

• Pension and healthcare scheme

• Strong pipeline of secured canal infrastructure works

• Long-term career progression opportunities