Project manager in city

Are you a Project Manager or Senior Agent with experience delivering bridges or structures projects looking for an opportunity to take full ownership of a flagship scheme? Do you have a background in heavy civils, reinforced concrete, piling or complex infrastructure works and want to play a leading role in shaping the future of rail infrastructure in Wales? Are you looking to join a growing contractor where you'll have genuine autonomy, direct access to senior leadership and the opportunity to influence future project delivery?

Location: Cardiff (Office & Site Based)

Salary: £60,000 - £70,000 per annum DOE + £5,400 car allowance

Benefits

• £5,400 car allowance or company vehicle option
• 23 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• 5% employer pension contribution
• Paid mileage for site visits outside normal commute
• Professional fees and Chartership support
• Long-term secured workload across rail, civils, structures and property sectors
• Genuine progression opportunities within a growing business

The Project

You'll be leading the delivery of a major Access for All (AFA) scheme at a railway station in Cardiff. The project involves the construction of a new pedestrian bridge, lift installation and a link span connection into the Cardiff Student Life building. Currently progressing through the final stages of detailed design, enabling works are underway and the main construction phase is due to commence later this year. The construction programme is expected to run for approximately 12 months, providing an excellent opportunity to take ownership of a complex, high-profile infrastructure project from mobilisation through to completion.

Role Overview

Due to continued growth and a strong pipeline of infrastructure projects, my client is looking to appoint a Project Manager to lead the successful delivery of this flagship project. The successful candidate will take full responsibility for project delivery, acting as the key interface between the client, stakeholders and site teams. This is a highly visible role requiring strong leadership, commercial awareness and stakeholder management skills. Whilst the project is being delivered within a rail environment, my client places greater emphasis on heavy civils experience than rail-specific experience. Candidates with a strong background in bridge construction, reinforced concrete, piling and major infrastructure projects are strongly encouraged to apply. You will join a lean, collaborative contractor that consistently delivers projects beyond its size, with an exciting future pipeline of work that offers genuine long-term career prospects.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the successful delivery of a major Access for All station enhancement project.
• Manage all aspects of project delivery from mobilisation through to completion.
• Administer NEC4 contracts and ensure compliance with contractual timescales and obligations.
• Manage project programmes, budgets, risk and resource allocation.
• Coordinate site teams, subcontractors and supply chain partners.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with Transport for Wales and key stakeholders.
• Monitor project performance, quality, health and safety, and commercial outcomes.
• Attend client, design and project review meetings.
• Provide leadership and support to site management and engineering teams.
• Ensure projects are delivered safely, efficiently and in line with programme requirements.

Essential Requirements

• Proven experience delivering heavy civils projects as a Project Manager or Senior Agent on rail, highways or other infrastructure projects for a contractor.
• Strong experience in bridge construction and structural works.
• Knowledge of piling, reinforced concrete and complex infrastructure projects.
• Experience administering NEC contracts.
• Excellent client‑facing and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to confidently manage contractual discussions and stakeholder expectations.
• Full UK driving licence.

Desirable Requirements

• Previous experience delivering rail infrastructure projects.
• Access for All (AFA) project experience.
• Tier 1 or Tier 2 contractor background.
• HNC, HND or Degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management or similar.
• Chartered status or working towards professional accreditation.