Freelance Project Manager – Muck Shift / Earthworks

Location: Sunderland (Greenfield Site)
Contract Type: Freelance / Contract
Start: ASAP
Duration: Initial contract with potential extension
 

The Role

We are seeking an experienced Freelance Project Manager to lead a muck shift and bulk earthworks package on a greenfield development in Sunderland.

You will take full responsibility for managing the project from mobilisation through to completion, ensuring works are delivered safely, on programme, and within budget.

This is a hands-on role suited to a Project Manager with strong earthworks experience who is comfortable operating in a fast-paced site environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Overall management of the muck shift / bulk earthworks package

• Planning and sequencing works in line with programme requirements

• Managing subcontractors, plant, and labour resources

• Ensuring compliance with HSEQ standards and site-specific RAMS

• Monitoring progress, costs, and productivity

• Liaising with the client, engineers, and local stakeholders

• Managing site reporting, progress updates, and commercial awareness

• Identifying and mitigating programme and ground-related risks

Requirements

• Proven experience as a Project Manager on muck shift / earthworks / enabling works projects

• Strong understanding of bulk excavation, disposal, and haulage operations

• Experience working on greenfield sites

• SMSTS (essential)

• CSCS (Black or Gold preferred)

• Strong organisational and communication skills

• Ability to work autonomously and take ownership of delivery