Project Manager

Your new company
A leading Civil Engineering contractor based in Suffolk, but operating throughout the UK. They deliver high-quality civil engineering projects in various sectors including highways, bridges, infrastructure, flood defence, energy, and rail.
Your new role
We are actively seeking a Project Manager to lead Roads and Highways infrastructure projects in Suffolk and Essex within the East of England.

• Manage site staff, operatives, and subcontractors.
• Prepare and monitor work programmes.
• Provide method statements, hazard risk assessments, and project management plans.
• Understand tender allowances and monitor contract losses against agreed budgets.
• Foster good relations and maintain a strong reputation with clients.
• Coordinate design management.
• Assess and engage subcontractors.
• Ensure timely and profitable completion of contracts.
• Supervise, mentor, and assist in the career development of junior staff.

What you'll need to succeed

• Have experience with a main contractor, preferably on highways/road schemes.
• Be a team player with excellent communication and people skills.
• Possess the ability to manage people, adapt to change, and delegate tasks effectively.
• Have prior experience as a Project Manager.
• Hold a relevant industry qualification (HND/HNC/B.Eng.) or equivalent.
• Have an up-to-date SMSTS qualification and an appropriate CSCS card.
• Possess a First Aid at Work qualification (desirable).
• Be eligible to work in the UK.

What you'll get in return

• Pension Scheme
• Life Assurance:
• Company Car or Car Allowance.
• Holiday Entitlement: 25 days plus bank holidays.
• Early Finish Fridays: Leave work early every Friday.
• Extensive Training Programmes.
• Cycle-to-Work Scheme.
• Employee Benefits Platform & Assistance Programme.
• Supportive Work Environment: We genuinely want to help you progress in your career.

What you need to do now


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