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Job Role: Project Manager - Civil Engineering & Groundworks
Location: Manchester
Job Type: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: 65,000 - 75,000
Our Client:
Specialist in civil engineering and earthworks, primarily serving the North West of England. The company focuses on delivering high-quality services for large-scale commercial projects in both the public and private sectors. Their expertise includes civil engineering, sub-structure work, external landscaping and highway construction.
Experienced workforce and commitment to safety and quality. Their projects often involve value engineering to ensure cost-effective solutions for their clients.
Position Overview:
The Project Manager for Civil Engineering & Groundworks will oversee the planning, execution and completion of various civil engineering and groundwork projects. This role is critical in ensuring that projects are completed on time, within budget, and in accordance with safety and quality standards. The Project Manager will coordinate with various stakeholders, including clients, subcontractors, and internal teams, to ensure project success.
Key Responsibilities:
1. Project Planning & Execution:
Lead the overall planning, coordination, and control of projects from inception to completion.
Develop project scope, objectives, timelines, and deliverables in collaboration with stakeholders.
Establish detailed project schedules, monitor progress, and adjust as necessary to meet deadlines.
Ensure projects meet financial, time, and quality objectives.
2. Resource Management:
Allocate project resources, including labour, materials, and equipment, efficiently.
Manage subcontractors and suppliers to ensure project milestones are met.
Lead, mentor, and guide on-site teams and supervisors, ensuring clear communication of project objectives and expectations.
3. Financial Management:
Prepare and manage project budgets, ensuring cost control and profitability.
Monitor financial performance and produce regular reports on project status and financial health.
Review and approve invoices, change orders, and variations while maintaining control over project costs.
4. Health & Safety:
Ensure strict adherence to health and safety regulations and company policies.
Conduct regular risk assessments and implement risk management strategies to mitigate hazards.
Promote a culture of safety on-site, conducting safety briefings and ensuring compliance with legal safety standards (CDM, HSE, etc.).
5. Quality Control:
Oversee and ensure the delivery of high-quality workmanship in line with client expectations and project specifications.
Conduct regular site inspections and quality audits to ensure compliance with industry standards.
Liaise with site supervisors and engineers to resolve any quality issues swiftly.
6. Client & Stakeholder Liaison:
Maintain strong relationships with clients, consultants, local authorities and other stakeholders.
Act as the primary point of contact for clients, providing updates on project progress, challenges and solutions.
Ensure timely submission of project documentation, including reports, proposals and project completion certificates.
7. Risk Management:
Identify, assess, and manage project risks throughout the project lifecycle.
Implement corrective actions where necessary to mitigate risks to time, cost and quality.
8. Contract Management:
Ensure all works are carried out in accordance with contract requirements, project specifications and client expectations.
Manage contractual obligations and ensure that both parties meet their commitments.
Negotiate variations and ensure all changes are agreed upon and documented.
Qualifications & Experience:
Essential:
Experience: Minimum 5+ years as a Project Manager within the Civil Engineering and Groundworks sector.
CSCS.
Technical Knowledge: Strong understanding of civil engineering practices, site operations, groundwork techniques, and UK building regulations.
Contract Knowledge: Experience with JCT, NEC3/NEC4, or similar construction contracts.
Proven track record in managing large-scale infrastructure or groundwork projects.
Software Proficiency: Experience using project management software (e.g., Primavera P6, MS Project, Asta Powerproject).
Strong knowledge of current UK health and safety regulations, including CDM 2015 regulations.
Skills & Attributes:
Leadership & Management: Ability to manage multiple projects, lead teams, and make decisions under pressure.
Communication: Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to manage stakeholders effectively.
Problem-Solving: Analytical and strategic thinking to identify project challenges and implement effective solutions.
Time Management: Strong organisational skills to manage time effectively, ensuring projects remain on schedule.
Financial Acumen: Solid understanding of financial management and budgeting for construction projects.
Negotiation Skills: Skilled in managing client relationships and negotiating contract terms and variations.
Additional Requirements:
Full UK driving license: Flexibility to travel to various project sites across the UK.
Right to Work: Applicants must have the legal right to work in the UK.
Benefits:
Competitive salary and benefits package.
Company vehicle or car allowance.
Pension scheme.
Professional development opportunities.
Health and well-being programs.
