Project Manager
CV-LibraryPontypridd, Rhondda Cynon TafpermanentPosted: 15 September 2026
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Pontypridd and sites around South Wales
Permanent salary + benefits package
An excellent opportunity has arisen for an experienced Project Manager to join an established civil engineering and groundworks contractor based in Pontypridd.
The company delivers a range of civil engineering, groundworks and infrastructure projects for local authority clients across South Wales, and is looking for a Project Manager who can take responsibility for projects from pre-construction through to successful completion.
This is a hands-on role suited to a commercially aware Project Manager who enjoys being involved in the detail of project delivery, while also having the opportunity to contribute to pre-construction, planning, programming and client management.
Responsibilities
* Take overall responsibility for the successful delivery of civils and groundworks projects from pre-construction through to completion.
* Work closely with clients, local authorities, consultants, subcontractors and internal teams to ensure projects are delivered to the required standards.
* Become involved in projects during the pre-construction and tender stages, supporting planning, methodology, buildability and resource requirements.
* Develop, manage and update detailed project programmes, ensuring key milestones and delivery dates are achieved.
* Monitor project progress against programme, identifying potential delays and implementing appropriate mitigation measures.
* Prepare regular project reports, progress reports and client updates, ensuring management and stakeholders have clear visibility of project performance.
* Manage project resources, site teams, subcontractors, plant and materials to ensure efficient delivery.
* Provide leadership and support to Site Managers, Engineers and wider project teams.
* Monitor project costs, budgets, variations and commercial performance in conjunction with the commercial team.
* Identify and manage project risks, ensuring appropriate mitigation measures are implemented.
* Attend and lead project meetings with clients and stakeholders.
* Manage changes, variations and client instructions throughout the project lifecycle.
* Review design information, specifications and construction methodologies, identifying potential issues before works commence.
Key Requirements
Essential
* Proven experience as a Project Manager within civil engineering, groundworks or infrastructure.
* Experience delivering projects for local authorities, public sector clients or similar organisations.
* Strong understanding of civil engineering and groundworks construction.
* Experience developing and managing construction programmes.
* Strong report writing and project documentation skills.
* Ability to manage multiple stakeholders and communicate effectively with clients.
* Commercial awareness and an understanding of project costs, variations and financial performance.
* Strong organisational and problem-solving skills.
* Ability to lead and motivate site-based teams.
* Full UK driving licence.
Desirable
* HNC/HND or Degree in Civil Engineering, Construction or a related discipline.
* SMSTS or equivalent and CSCS qualification.
* Experience working under NEC, JCT or local authority contracts.
* Experience with highways, drainage, infrastructure or public realm projects.
* Experience contributing to pre-construction, tenders and project methodologies.
* Experience using planning/programming software.
If you’re interested, please don’t hesitate to get in touch
Pontypridd and sites around South Wales
Permanent salary + benefits package
An excellent opportunity has arisen for an experienced Project Manager to join an established civil engineering and groundworks contractor based in Pontypridd.
The company delivers a range of civil engineering, groundworks and infrastructure projects for local authority clients across South Wales, and is looking for a Project Manager who can take responsibility for projects from pre-construction through to successful completion.
This is a hands-on role suited to a commercially aware Project Manager who enjoys being involved in the detail of project delivery, while also having the opportunity to contribute to pre-construction, planning, programming and client management.
Responsibilities
* Take overall responsibility for the successful delivery of civils and groundworks projects from pre-construction through to completion.
* Work closely with clients, local authorities, consultants, subcontractors and internal teams to ensure projects are delivered to the required standards.
* Become involved in projects during the pre-construction and tender stages, supporting planning, methodology, buildability and resource requirements.
* Develop, manage and update detailed project programmes, ensuring key milestones and delivery dates are achieved.
* Monitor project progress against programme, identifying potential delays and implementing appropriate mitigation measures.
* Prepare regular project reports, progress reports and client updates, ensuring management and stakeholders have clear visibility of project performance.
* Manage project resources, site teams, subcontractors, plant and materials to ensure efficient delivery.
* Provide leadership and support to Site Managers, Engineers and wider project teams.
* Monitor project costs, budgets, variations and commercial performance in conjunction with the commercial team.
* Identify and manage project risks, ensuring appropriate mitigation measures are implemented.
* Attend and lead project meetings with clients and stakeholders.
* Manage changes, variations and client instructions throughout the project lifecycle.
* Review design information, specifications and construction methodologies, identifying potential issues before works commence.
Key Requirements
Essential
* Proven experience as a Project Manager within civil engineering, groundworks or infrastructure.
* Experience delivering projects for local authorities, public sector clients or similar organisations.
* Strong understanding of civil engineering and groundworks construction.
* Experience developing and managing construction programmes.
* Strong report writing and project documentation skills.
* Ability to manage multiple stakeholders and communicate effectively with clients.
* Commercial awareness and an understanding of project costs, variations and financial performance.
* Strong organisational and problem-solving skills.
* Ability to lead and motivate site-based teams.
* Full UK driving licence.
Desirable
* HNC/HND or Degree in Civil Engineering, Construction or a related discipline.
* SMSTS or equivalent and CSCS qualification.
* Experience working under NEC, JCT or local authority contracts.
* Experience with highways, drainage, infrastructure or public realm projects.
* Experience contributing to pre-construction, tenders and project methodologies.
* Experience using planning/programming software.
If you’re interested, please don’t hesitate to get in touch