Overview
Role Overview
We are seeking an experienced and driven Project Manager to lead and deliver civil engineering projects, with a particular focus on public realm and urban environments. The successful candidate will oversee all stages of project delivery, from planning through to completion, ensuring quality, safety, and value for all stakeholders.
Key Responsibilities
* Lead and manage civil engineering projects from inception to completion, ensuring delivery on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards.
* Develop, maintain, and update detailed project programmes using Microsoft Project, including critical path analysis, resource allocation, and progress tracking.
* Monitor project performance against programme, proactively identifying delays, risks, and opportunities, and implementing mitigation strategies.
* Coordinate with Contracts Managers, Site Managers, Engineers, and Commercial teams to ensure seamless alignment of project goals.
* Build and maintain strong stakeholder relationships, including clients, local authorities, utilities providers, and the general public.
* Ensure full compliance with contract requirements, Health & Safety legislation, and company policies (PSDP/PSCS responsibilities as applicable).
* Provide regular reports to senior management on project status, programme updates, risks, and key issues.
* Support tender submissions by preparing project programmes and offering planning expertise.
Key Requirements
* Degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or a related discipline.
* Minimum 5+ years’ proven experience in a project management role within civil engineering or construction.
* Demonstrable track record of delivering public realm projects, ideally in complex urban environments.
* Strong proficiency in Microsoft Project, with the ability to draft, update, and manage live programmes.
* Solid knowledge of civil engineering techniques, traffic management, utilities coordination, and reinstatement works.
* Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
* Commercial awareness with experience of public works contracts (desirable).
* Full driving licence and willingness to travel to project sites as required.
What We Offer
* Opportunity to work on high-profile civil engineering projects.
* Professional development and career progression opportunities.
Job Details
* Seniority level: Not Applicable
* Employment type: Full-time
* Job function: Strategy/Planning, Business Development, and Management
* Industries: Civil Engineering and Construction
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