At a Glance
- Tasks: Manage exciting civil engineering projects from start to finish, ensuring quality and safety.
- Company: Join a respected UK specialist in innovative retaining wall systems and ground stabilisation.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, fully expensed vehicle, 23 days holiday, and comprehensive benefits package.
- Other info: Dynamic role with opportunities for career growth and a collaborative team environment.
- Why this job: Take ownership of impactful projects and develop your career in a growing business.
- Qualifications: Experience in managing civil engineering or geotechnical projects and strong organisational skills.
The predicted salary is between 47250 - 57750 £ per year.
Salary and Package: Circa £55,000 per annum, depending on experience, plus fully expensed company vehicle, 23 days' holiday plus bank holidays, all business travel expenses covered, and a comprehensive benefits package.
Location: Burntwood, Staffordshire, with travel to sites across the UK. Applicants should be able to commute to the office as this is an internal and external role. Full-time, Permanent Position.
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Project Manager looking to take ownership of multiple specialist civil engineering and environmental projects. As a Project Manager, you will oversee the successful delivery of retaining wall, groundworks, erosion control and hydroseeding schemes from pre-construction through to completion. The Project Manager role offers a varied workload, working closely with technical, commercial and operational teams. If you have experience delivering groundworks, geotechnical or civil engineering projects, this Project Manager position offers long-term stability and genuine responsibility.
About the Company: A well-established UK specialist delivering innovative retaining wall systems, ground stabilisation, hydroseeding and erosion control solutions across infrastructure, commercial, residential and environmental projects. The business provides a full design, manufacture and installation service, supported by experienced in-house engineering and technical teams.
Why Join Them: This is a growing business with a strong reputation for delivering technically challenging projects safely and efficiently. You'll join a collaborative team where decisions are made quickly, projects are varied, and your experience will have a genuine impact. The workload is secure, the projects are interesting, and there are opportunities to develop your career as the business continues to expand.
About the Role: The successful candidate will be responsible for managing several projects simultaneously, ensuring work is delivered safely, on programme and within budget while maintaining excellent relationships with clients and site teams.
- Managing multiple retaining wall, groundworks, erosion control and hydroseeding projects from award through to completion
- Acting as the main point of contact between clients and operational site teams
- Working closely with design, estimating, sales and operations during project planning and delivery
- Reviewing scopes of work to ensure projects are correctly interpreted and programmed
- Developing and monitoring project programmes and delivery schedules
- Managing project budgets, costs and commercial performance
- Coordinating subcontractors and ensuring works are delivered to the required quality standards
- Monitoring health and safety performance across all projects
- Carrying out regular site visits and client meetings
- Identifying project risks and implementing practical solutions
- Ensuring projects are completed on time while maintaining high standards of workmanship
- Producing regular progress reports and communicating effectively with all stakeholders
The ideal candidate will have previous experience managing civil engineering, groundworks, retaining wall, earthworks or geotechnical projects. Strong planning, communication and organisational skills are essential, along with the ability to manage multiple live projects at the same time. A full UK driving licence is required.
Summary: This is an excellent opportunity to join a respected specialist contractor working on technically interesting projects across the UK. Offering a competitive salary, fully expensed company vehicle, varied workload and long-term career prospects, this role would suit an experienced Project Manager looking for a position with real responsibility and stability.
Contact Mark at Up Front Recruitment for more information.
Project Manager - Groundworks & Retaining Walls in Burntwood employer: Upfront Recruitment
Upfront Recruitment is an excellent employer, offering a dynamic work environment in the heart of Westminster, London. With a strong focus on employee growth and development, we provide comprehensive benefits including private medical insurance and a competitive pension scheme, ensuring our team members feel valued and supported. Join us to be part of a collaborative culture that prioritises quality assurance in live projects, making a meaningful impact in the construction industry.
