Civil Engineering Project Manager – Cardiff
Location: Cardiff (and surrounding areas)
Sector: Civil Engineering / Industrial Construction
Job Type: Permanent / Full-Time
Overview
An established and highly respected civil engineering contractor is seeking an experienced Civil Engineering Project Manager to join their team on major projects across South Wales, with a strong focus around Cardiff.
This role is ideally suited to a Project Manager with a solid background in heavy civil engineering, particularly cofferdams, industrial projects, and heavy plant foundations, who is looking to work close to home on technically challenging schemes.
Key Responsibilities
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Manage civil engineering projects from pre-construction through to completion
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Take full responsibility for programme, budget, quality, and health & safety
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Oversee site teams including Engineers, Supervisors, and Subcontractors
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Coordinate with clients, consultants, and internal stakeholders
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Manage temporary works including cofferdams and complex groundwork solutions
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Ensure works are delivered in line with CDM regulations and company procedures
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Monitor progress, resolve technical issues, and drive projects to successful delivery
Essential Experience & Skills
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Proven experience as a Project Manager within civil engineering
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Strong background in:
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Cofferdams
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Industrial civil engineering projects
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Heavy plant foundations
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Experience managing groundworks and structural civils packages
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Excellent knowledge of construction methodology, sequencing, and temporary works
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Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills
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Ability to manage multiple stakeholders and tight programmes
Qualifications
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Degree or HNC/HND in Civil Engineering or Construction Management (or equivalent)
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SMSTS
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CSCS (Black or Gold Card preferred)
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First Aid (desirable)
Location & Travel
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Projects are primarily based in and around Cardiff
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Preference for candidates local to the Cardiff / South Wales area
What’s on Offer
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Competitive salary package
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Long-term, secure workload with a reputable contractor
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Opportunity to work on complex, high-value civil engineering projects
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Supportive and professional working environment