Project Manager

Are you an experienced Project Manager with a background in civils, groundworks, or infrastructure projects?

This office-based role in Thatcham offers the chance to lead complex, multi-disciplinary contracts, working closely with internal teams and external clients. With regular site visits across the UK, you’ll play a pivotal role in delivering high-quality infrastructure projects on time and within budget.

This could be the perfect opportunity for you to bring your expertise to a dynamic environment where project ownership and collaboration are key.

Why you’ll love this role:

• Comprehensive benefits package including company pension, life assurance, medical expenses, and health & wellbeing support
• Performance-related bonus scheme recognising your achievements
• Ongoing training and development opportunities including support towards CSCS certification
• Engaging work environment with cross-functional teams and regular client interaction

Pay & Shift:

• £36,000 to £40,000 per year
• Monday to Friday

Key responsibilities include:

• Preparing detailed project plans using MS Project or similar tools
• Managing multiple contracts end-to-end, ensuring milestones and budgets are met
• Applying Lean manufacturing principles to support sales-driven project delivery
• Coordinating resources across departments and subcontractors for seamless project execution
• Overseeing financial management: budgeting, cost tracking, and forecasting
• Administering contracts with a focus on notices, milestones, variations, and dispute resolution
• Implementing risk management strategies and maintaining quality assurance
• Leading clear communication with clients, internal teams, and subcontractors
• Chairing project and site meetings, conducting site surveys, and travelling to UK sites as required

What we’re looking for:

• Proven project management experience in civils, groundworks or infrastructure (minimum 2 years)
• Strong organisational skills, capable of managing multiple projects simultaneously
• Proficient in MS Office suite, SharePoint, and MS Project
• Prince2 or APM qualification
• Full UK driving licence
• Desirable: NEC3/NEC4 experience and CSCS certification

Aligra have been established since 2007 and have since implemented supply partnerships with a number of the UK’s leading logistics companies. Whilst we work across all industries, we specialise in recruitment and talent management for the Accountancy & Finance, Professional & Executive, Automotive and Transport & Logistics sectors.