Senior Project Manager – Civil Engineering

Senior Project Manager – Civil Engineering

📍 Somerset, UK
💰 Competitive Salary + Benefits Package

We are seeking an experienced and driven Senior Project Manager to join our growing civil engineering team based in Somerset. This is an excellent opportunity to lead the successful delivery of a diverse portfolio of infrastructure and civil engineering projects across the region, working with a highly skilled team and a broad client base.

The Role

As a Senior Project Manager, you will take overall responsibility for the planning, execution, and successful delivery of multiple civil engineering projects. You will lead multidisciplinary teams, manage client relationships, and ensure projects are delivered safely, on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the delivery of civil engineering and infrastructure projects from inception through to completion
• Manage project programmes, budgets, resources, and risk registers
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, consultants, subcontractors, and stakeholders
• Ensure projects are delivered in line with contractual, commercial, and technical requirements
• Oversee project financial performance, including forecasting, reporting, and cost control
• Lead and mentor Project Managers, Site Managers, and engineering teams
• Drive health, safety, environmental, and quality performance across all projects
• Identify opportunities for continuous improvement and operational efficiencies
• Support tendering, pre-construction activities, and business development where required

Requirements

• Proven experience as a Senior Project Manager or Project Manager within the civil engineering sector
• Strong background delivering projects such as highways, infrastructure, drainage, utilities, or public realm works
• Excellent knowledge of NEC contracts (JCT experience beneficial)
• Degree qualified in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or a related discipline (or equivalent experience)
• Strong commercial awareness and financial management skills
• Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management abilities
• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities effectively
• Full UK driving licence

What We Offer

• Competitive salary and annual bonus
• Company car or car allowance
• Pension scheme
• Ongoing professional development and leadership training
• Clear opportunities for career progression
• Supportive and collaborative team environment
• Opportunity to lead high-profile civil engineering projects across the region