At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead diverse civil engineering projects from planning to delivery with a skilled team.
- Company: Join a growing civil engineering team in Somerset with a collaborative culture.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, annual bonus, company car, pension scheme, and professional development.
- Other info: Clear opportunities for career progression in a supportive team environment.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on high-profile infrastructure projects while advancing your career.
- Qualifications: Experience in civil engineering project management and strong leadership skills.
The predicted salary is between 65000 - 65000 £ per year.
We are seeking an experienced and driven Senior Project Manager to join our growing civil engineering team based in Somerset. This is an excellent opportunity to lead the successful delivery of a diverse portfolio of infrastructure and civil engineering projects across the region, working with a highly skilled team and a broad client base.
The Role
As a Senior Project Manager, you will take overall responsibility for the planning, execution, and successful delivery of multiple civil engineering projects. You will lead multidisciplinary teams, manage client relationships, and ensure projects are delivered safely, on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead the delivery of civil engineering and infrastructure projects from inception through to completion
- Manage project programmes, budgets, resources, and risk registers
- Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, consultants, subcontractors, and stakeholders
- Ensure projects are delivered in line with contractual, commercial, and technical requirements
- Oversee project financial performance, including forecasting, reporting, and cost control
- Lead and mentor Project Managers, Site Managers, and engineering teams
- Drive health, safety, environmental, and quality performance across all projects
- Identify opportunities for continuous improvement and operational efficiencies
- Support tendering, pre-construction activities, and business development where required
Requirements
- Proven experience as a Senior Project Manager or Project Manager within the civil engineering sector
- Strong background delivering projects such as highways, infrastructure, drainage, utilities, or public realm works
- Excellent knowledge of NEC contracts (JCT experience beneficial)
- Degree qualified in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or a related discipline (or equivalent experience)
- Strong commercial awareness and financial management skills
- Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management abilities
- Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities effectively
- Full UK driving licence
What We Offer
- Competitive salary and annual bonus
- Company car or car allowance
- Pension scheme
- Ongoing professional development and leadership training
- Clear opportunities for career progression
- Supportive and collaborative team environment
- Opportunity to lead high-profile civil engineering projects across the region
Senior Project Manager - Civil Engineering in Bridgwater employer: Henley Chase
Join our dynamic civil engineering team in Somerset, where we prioritise employee growth and a collaborative work culture. As a Senior Project Manager, you will not only lead impactful projects but also benefit from competitive salaries, ongoing professional development, and clear career progression opportunities, all while working in a supportive environment that values safety and quality.
