Project Manager

We are seeking an experienced Project Manager to lead and deliver complex highways, streetscape, and public realm projects. This is a senior leadership position, responsible for managing high-value civil engineering schemes from inception to completion, ensuring projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards.

In this role, you will oversee project planning, execution, and stakeholder engagement, while ensuring compliance with NEC contracts. You will coordinate multidisciplinary teams in live highway environments, maintaining a strong focus on safety, quality, and commercial outcomes.

Key Responsibilities

Lead the planning, delivery, and close-out of highways, streetscape, and public realm projects
Manage projects under NEC contracts (ECC), ensuring proactive contract administration and compliance
Oversee programme management, cost control, risk mitigation, and quality assurance
Coordinate with local authorities, utility providers, designers, subcontractors, and stakeholders
Manage site teams, consultants, and supply chain partners
Ensure all works comply with highways standards, health & safety regulations, and environmental requirements
Apply strong commercial awareness, including change control and compensation events
Mentor junior project managers and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives
Essential Requirements

Proven track record delivering highways, streetscape, kerbing, surfacing, and public realm projects
Strong working knowledge and practical application of NEC contracts
Experience working in live highway environments and urban settings
Relevant civil engineering qualification (HNC/HND/Degree or equivalent)
CSCS and SMSTS (or equivalent)
Desirable

Experience working directly with local authorities
Experience working in the private sector
Strong understanding of traffic management and utility coordination
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For roles in the UK, applicants must be eligible to live and work in the UK.

We value diversity and promote equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all areas of society and can discuss any reasonable adjustments to support your application
Only candidates based in UK and eligible to work in UK are allowed