Project Manager, Operations Manager, Program ​/ Project Manager

Job Title: Project Manager
Location: Barnsley, South Yorkshire
Salary: £55,000-£60,000 per annum + car or car allowance
Holidays: 26 days plus Bank Holidays
Benefits: Health Care, Death in Service, Annual Bonus

Venatu Recruitment Group are delighted to support our client, a well respected and established family owned contractor to recruit a Project Manager, to deliver civil engineering and construction projects across infrastructure, utilities and energy-related sectors. The role involves full responsibility for project planning, execution and delivery, ensuring projects are completed safely, on time, within budget and to the highest quality standards.

You will be based at Head Office in South Yorkshire and out on site on a regular basis supporting the Site Managers with delivering numerous projects across the region. This is a hands‑on, site-focused role requiring strong leadership, commercial awareness and excellent stakeholder management.

• Manage the end-to-end delivery of civil engineering and construction projects.
• Develop and maintain detailed project plans, programmes and schedules.
• Coordinate labour, plant, materials and subcontractors to ensure efficient delivery.
• Identify and manage project risks and opportunities.

• Control project budgets and ensure cost targets are achieved.
• Produce accurate cost forecasts, progress reports and change control documentation.
• Work closely with commercial teams to manage valuations, variations and final accounts.

• Ensure full compliance with health, safety, environmental and quality requirements.
• Promote a strong safety‑first culture on all sites.
• Lead site audits, inspections and risk assessments.

• Act as the main point of contact for clients and key stakeholders.
• Chair progress meetings and maintain clear communication throughout the project lifecycle.
• Build long-term, positive working relationships through professional and proactive engagement.

• Lead and motivate site teams to achieve project objectives.
• Set clear targets and expectations for staff and subcontractors.
• Support the development and mentoring of junior team members.

Essential

• Proven experience as a Project Manager within civil engineering, infrastructure or utilities.
• Strong organisational, planning and leadership skills.
• Solid commercial awareness and cost control experience.
• Excellent understanding of construction health and safety legislation.
• Confident communicator with strong problem‑solving abilities.

Desirable

• Degree or professional qualification in Civil Engineering, Construction Management or similar.
• Experience working on energy, utility or infrastructure projects.
• SMSTS, CSCS and First Aid qualifications.

This role offers the opportunity to manage technically challenging projects within a supportive, well established regional contractor. You'll be given autonomy, responsibility and the chance to make a real impact, with excellent rewards and long-term stability.

Interested then please contact James Shepherd at Venatu Recruitment Group for more information.