Senior Project Manager
Location: Plympton (can be further afield but would predominantly be based around Plymouth)
Salary: £85,000 to £100,000 per annum
NEOS Engineering is recruiting on behalf of a leading engineering and construction business for an experienced Senior Project Manager to deliver large-scale heavy engineering and construction projects across the UK.
This role is ideally suited to a senior professional with a strong mechanical background and a proven track record of managing complex construction environments while operating as Principal Contractor.
Ideal Candidate Experience
The successful candidate will have experience managing:
Installation of steel structures, concrete foundations, and general civil works
Large-scale heavy engineering and mechanical build projects
(e.g. recycling plants, quarry plants, energy-from-waste facilities)
Projects within industrial, mining, quarrying, or similar heavy engineering environments
(general housebuilding or commercial developments are not applicable)
You will also bring:
Strong CDM and Health & Safety knowledge and awareness
Proven experience working as Principal Contractor
Familiarity with NEC contracts
A predominantly mechanical engineering background
A minimum of 10 years’ experience on large construction projects, including 3–5 years in a similar senior role
Key Requirements
Strong leadership capability, with experience managing large multi-skilled site teams (up to 50 personnel)
High level of commercial awareness, including cost and budget control
Ability to communicate professionally and technically with clients and key stakeholders
Clean UK driving licence
Fluent English (spoken and written)
Essential Qualifications
Black CSCS Card / NVQ Level 6 or 7
SMSTS
Temporary Works Co-ordinator
IOSH
First Aid
Desirable Qualifications
Appointed Person
Quarry Passport or NEBOSH
Location & Package
Full-time, site-based role with travel to various UK locations as required
Competitive salary in the region of £85,000 – £100,000, dependent on experience and suitability
Company vehicle and additional benefits available