Project Manager (Civil Engineering)

Project Manager – Civil Engineering

Location: North West Regional Based Projects
Salary: £65,000 – £75,000 + Company Vehicle & Excellent Package

A well-established Tier 2 Regional Civil Engineering Contractor, operating successfully for over 50 years, is seeking an experienced Project Manager with a strong technical civil engineering background to join its North West team. The successful candidate will manage a portfolio of technically complex civil engineering projects and be responsible for delivering them safely, on time, and to budget.

Project Types Include:

• Infrastructure and enabling works for commercial and public sector developments

• Earthworks and ground remediation

• Deep drainage, utilities, and attenuation systems

• Reinforced concrete substructures and foundations

• Access roads, external works, and public realm schemes

• Section 278 and local authority highway works

• Water, utilities, power, and renewables infrastructure projects

• Civils packages delivered alongside building projects

Role & Responsibilities:

• Overall responsibility for the successful delivery of civil engineering projects

• Manage project teams, including Engineers, Site Managers, Foremen, and subcontractors

• Develop, monitor, and maintain project programmes and schedules

• Review technical designs, drawings, and specifications to ensure buildability and compliance

• Manage budgets, cost control, and commercial aspects of projects

• Conduct risk assessments and ensure all Health & Safety requirements are adhered to

• Ensure quality standards are achieved and maintained throughout the project lifecycle

• Liaise with clients, stakeholders, and local authorities

• Lead project progress meetings and reporting, including monthly progress and KPI reports

• Manage change control, variation orders, and contractual obligations

• Provide technical guidance and mentoring to the project team

• Identify opportunities for process improvement and innovation in delivery

Candidate Requirements:

• Proven experience as a Project Manager in Civil Engineering or Infrastructure Projects

• Strong Technical Civil Engineering knowledge, including earthworks, drainage, RC works, highways, and utilities

• Experience managing multi-disciplinary teams and subcontractors

• Proficient in MS Project, and standard office software

• Strong understanding of NEC or JCT contracts

• Excellent communication, organisational, and leadership skills

• Degree, HNC, or HND in Civil Engineering or a related discipline

What’s on Offer:

• Salary of £65,000 – £75,000 depending on experience

• Company vehicle or allowance

• Pension, holiday allowance, and comprehensive benefits package