Job Description
Job Title: Project Manager – Canal Network Infrastructure (ECI)
Location: Coventry to Milton Keynes (with travel across the route)
Sector: Civil Engineering / Infrastructure
About the Role
A leading UK infrastructure contractor is seeking an experienced Project Manager to lead the delivery of works across a canal network portfolio between Coventry and Milton Keynes. This is a key leadership role responsible for managing complex civil engineering projects along operational waterways.
The successful candidate must have proven experience delivering ECI (Early Contractor Involvement) projects and demonstrate a steady, consistent work history on similar infrastructure schemes.
Key Responsibilities
* Lead the full lifecycle delivery of canal and waterways infrastructure projects from ECI through to completion.
* Manage Early Contractor Involvement phases, including buildability reviews, risk mitigation, programme development, and cost planning.
* Work collaboratively with clients, designers, and supply chain partners during pre-construction and delivery phases.
* Oversee programme management, cost control, and commercial performance.
* Ensure works are delivered safely, sustainably, and to the highest quality standards.
* Coordinate multidisciplinary teams including site managers, engineers, and subcontractors.
* Maintain compliance with environmental and waterways regulations.
* Provide clear reporting on progress, risks, and financial performance.
Essential Requirements
* Proven experience delivering ECI works within civil engineering or infrastructure.
* Demonstrable track record on canal, waterways, flood defence, or similar heavy civils projects.
* Steady employment history showing consistent progression and delivery on comparable schemes.
* Strong understanding of NEC contracts (particularly NEC3/NEC4).
* Excellent leadership and stakeholder management skills.
* SMSTS, CSCS (Manager level), and relevant engineering or construction qualification (HNC/HND/Degree or equivalent).
* Full UK driving licence.
Desirable Experience
* Experience working on live waterway or environmentally sensitive sites.
* Background in structural, geotechnical, or marine/civil engineering works.
* Experience within regulated or publicly funded infrastructure environments.
What’s on Offer
* Competitive salary and benefits package
* Company car or car allowance
* Pension and healthcare scheme
* Strong pipeline of secured canal infrastructure works
* Long-term career progression opportunities