At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead exciting civil engineering projects in a dynamic port environment.
- Company: Knights Brown, a top independent civil engineering contractor.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, career progression, and a supportive team culture.
- Other info: Join a collaborative team focused on delivering high-quality infrastructure works.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on complex projects while developing your skills.
- Qualifications: Experience in civil engineering and strong stakeholder management skills.
The predicted salary is between 51750 - 63250 £ per year.
Location: Dover / Maidstone, Kent
Division: Southern & South East
Sector: Civil engineering / marine / coasts & ports
Role type: Operations
Role overview
Lead civil engineering works in a live 24/7 port environment. Knights Brown is an independent civil engineering contractor delivering complex work across coasts & ports, energy, water utilities, infrastructure and buildings. We are looking for a Civil Engineering Project Manager to lead the safe planning and delivery of marine and landside construction projects within a live operational port environment. This role takes full responsibility for project delivery, ensuring work is delivered safely, to programme, and to the required quality standards, while maintaining strong coordination across stakeholders, contractors and operational teams.
What you’ll be doing
- Lead end-to-end delivery of construction and engineering works across marine and landside scopes
- Develop and manage project programmes, sequencing and delivery plans, including lookaheads and risk mitigation
- Manage client and stakeholder relationships, ensuring expectations are met or exceeded throughout the project lifecycle
- Oversee subcontractor procurement, mobilisation and performance management
- Coordinate design management, approvals and technical assurance to ensure compliant delivery
- Drive site team performance, supporting development and maintaining high standards of delivery
- Ensure compliance with CDM 2015 and all health, safety and environmental requirements
- Maintain quality assurance processes, documentation and successful commissioning and handover
What we’re looking for
- Experience delivering civil engineering or construction projects in complex operational environments (e.g. ports, infrastructure, utilities)
- Proven ability to manage programme, sequencing and delivery under constraints
- Strong knowledge of UK health & safety regulations, including CDM 2015
- Experience managing multi-disciplinary works and subcontractor interfaces
- Strong stakeholder management and communication skills
- Commercial awareness and contract administration capability
Desirable
- Marine or port environment project experience
- Temporary Works / lifting operations or First Aid qualifications
- Relevant degree, HNC/HND or equivalent experience in civil engineering or construction
Why join Knights Brown
- Real engineering work – complex projects in live operational environments
- Direct delivery model – engineering-led teams with full project ownership
- Responsibility with support – lead high-value projects with experienced backing
- Progression through experience – develop through delivery of complex infrastructure works
- A place you belong – collaborative, straightforward culture focused on outcomes
Location & travel
Site-based role within a secure port environment in Kent. Travel between project locations required.
Our commitment
We are committed to an inclusive workplace where everyone is treated with respect and given equal opportunity. We welcome applications from the Armed Forces Community.
Civil Engineering Project Manager - Kent in Maidstone employer: Knights Brown Construction Limited
Knights Brown Construction Limited is an exceptional employer that prioritises innovation and professional growth within the civil engineering sector. With a strong emphasis on collaboration and mentorship, employees are encouraged to develop their skills while working on complex projects that make a real impact. Located in a dynamic environment, the company fosters a culture of excellence and sustainability, making it an ideal place for those seeking meaningful and rewarding careers.
Contact Details:
Knights Brown Construction Limited Recruitment Team
