Job Description
As Senior Project Manager (Civils), you will take full operational responsibility for a complex, high-value Civil Engineering project. You'll lead multidisciplinary teams, manage all client and stakeholder interfaces, and ensure the scheme is delivered safely, to programme and to budget.
You will:
* Lead the full lifecycle delivery of a major Civils scheme, from mobilisation through to handover
* Manage large delivery teams including engineering, commercial, design and subcontract partners
* Drive programme certainty, risk mitigation and delivery excellence across all phases
* Provide strong NEC3/NEC4 contract administration, early warnings, change control and reporting
* Maintain close control of safety, quality, technical standards and compliance
* Build collaborative, solution-focused relationships with clients, local authorities and stakeholders
* Lead strategic planning, resourcing, and project-wide decision-making
About You
You will have:
* Extensive experience leading large, complex Civil Engineering projects (structures, earthworks, highways, infrastructure, utilities or similar)
* Proven success managing schemes technically demanding projects
* Strong command of NEC3/NEC4 contract requirements and project controls
* Excellent leadership, communication and stakeholder engagement skills
* Strong planning, risk management and commercial awareness
* The presence and capability to drive teams, influence outcomes and deliver results
What's on Offer
* Opportunity to lead a flagship Civils project for a major contractor
* Highly competitive salary + car / allowance + full benefits
This is a Permanent Opportunity. This a full site-based role in North Wales (nr Chester), so you must live within a sensible, commutable distance of site.No allowances or relocation allowances will be offered - Please only apply if you fit these criteria What you need to do nowIf you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.
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