Project Manager
CV-LibraryBristol, City of BristolpermanentPosted: 27 April 2026
Apply NowOur client is a respected civil engineering contractor operating across the South West, with a reputation built on consistent delivery, strong client relationships, and technical excellence. With a healthy forward order book, they offer genuine stability and the chance to work on landmark infrastructure projects across the region.
THE ROLE
As Project Manager, you will take full ownership of project delivery across a portfolio of civil engineering schemes including highways, bridges & structures, and earthworks & drainage. You will be accountable for programme, budget, quality, and stakeholder management from inception through to successful handover.
Key Responsibilities:
* Lead end-to-end delivery of civil engineering projects valued up to £30m+
* Manage project programmes, budgets, and resources to meet contractual obligations
* Act as the primary point of contact for clients, consultants, and key stakeholders
* Chair progress meetings, produce reporting, and drive performance across the supply chain
* Manage contracts under NEC/JCT frameworks, including early warnings and compensation events
* Ensure full compliance with CDM regulations, health & safety, and quality standards
* Mentor and support junior members of the project team
* Collaborate with commercial teams on CVR reporting and final account resolution
THE IDEAL CANDIDATE
We are looking for a proven Project Manager with a strong background in civil engineering delivery. You will be commercially astute, confident managing client relationships at a senior level, and comfortable operating in a fast-paced, technically demanding environment.
Essential Requirements:
* Demonstrable experience managing civil engineering projects (highways, bridges/structures, or earthworks & drainage)
* Strong commercial awareness
* Experience working under NEC3 or NEC4 contracts
* Excellent stakeholder and client management skills
* HNC/HND or degree in Civil Engineering or a related discipline (or equivalent experience)
* SMSTS, First Aid, and CSCS card (Manager level)
* South West England based, or willing to relocate to the region
We areopen to Temp and Perm options on this role
THE ROLE
As Project Manager, you will take full ownership of project delivery across a portfolio of civil engineering schemes including highways, bridges & structures, and earthworks & drainage. You will be accountable for programme, budget, quality, and stakeholder management from inception through to successful handover.
Key Responsibilities:
* Lead end-to-end delivery of civil engineering projects valued up to £30m+
* Manage project programmes, budgets, and resources to meet contractual obligations
* Act as the primary point of contact for clients, consultants, and key stakeholders
* Chair progress meetings, produce reporting, and drive performance across the supply chain
* Manage contracts under NEC/JCT frameworks, including early warnings and compensation events
* Ensure full compliance with CDM regulations, health & safety, and quality standards
* Mentor and support junior members of the project team
* Collaborate with commercial teams on CVR reporting and final account resolution
THE IDEAL CANDIDATE
We are looking for a proven Project Manager with a strong background in civil engineering delivery. You will be commercially astute, confident managing client relationships at a senior level, and comfortable operating in a fast-paced, technically demanding environment.
Essential Requirements:
* Demonstrable experience managing civil engineering projects (highways, bridges/structures, or earthworks & drainage)
* Strong commercial awareness
* Experience working under NEC3 or NEC4 contracts
* Excellent stakeholder and client management skills
* HNC/HND or degree in Civil Engineering or a related discipline (or equivalent experience)
* SMSTS, First Aid, and CSCS card (Manager level)
* South West England based, or willing to relocate to the region
We areopen to Temp and Perm options on this role