Project Manager

Project Manager
Civil Engineering Contractor - Groundworks & Earthworks
Stockton
£70k base + car
Full time, permanent

About The Company
Our client is an established civil engineering contractor delivering high-quality groundworks and earthworks packages for commercial construction projects. With a strong reputation for reliability, safety, and technical expertise, they work closely with leading developers and main contractors across the region.

Due to continued growth and an expanding project pipeline, they are looking to appoint an experienced Project Manager to oversee multiple groundworks and earthworks packages within our commercial construction portfolio.

The Role
As Project Manager, you will be responsible for planning, coordinating, and delivering civil engineering projects from pre-start through to completion. You will ensure projects are delivered safely, on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards.

You will act as the key liaison between clients, site teams, subcontractors, and senior management, ensuring smooth delivery across all stages of the project lifecycle.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage groundworks and earthworks packages on commercial construction projects
• Plan and coordinate project programmes, resources, and site activities
• Lead site teams including Site Managers, Engineers, and subcontractors
• Monitor project progress, costs, and performance against programme and budget
• Ensure strict adherence to health, safety, environmental, and quality standards
• Maintain strong relationships with clients, consultants, and main contractors
• Review drawings, specifications, and technical information to ensure accurate delivery
• Manage procurement of materials, plant, and subcontract packages
• Identify and manage risks, delays, and variations
• Provide regular project reporting to senior management

Requirements

• Proven experience as a Project Manager within civil engineering or groundworks
• Strong knowledge of earthworks, drainage, foundations, and external works packages
• Experience delivering projects on commercial construction developments
• Excellent leadership and communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple stakeholders and site teams
• Strong organisational and problem-solving abilities
• Commercial awareness and cost management experience
• Relevant qualification in Civil Engineering or Construction Management (HNC/HND/Degree preferred)

Desirable

• SMSTS certification
• CSCS card
• Experience working with major developers or Tier 1 contractors

What They Offer

• Competitive salary package
• Company vehicle or car allowance
• Pension scheme
• Opportunities for career progression
• Supportive and professional working environment
• Ongoing training and development

Please send us your CV and we will call you straight away.