Project Manager – Structural Steel Installation
An excellent opportunity has arisen for an experienced Project Manager to join a well-established structural steel contractor. This is a key leadership role overseeing the full lifecycle delivery of structural steel installation projects, ensuring safe, efficient, and commercially controlled execution across a high-profile nuclear infrastructure programme.
What you’ll do:
* Lead and manage structural steel installation projects from planning through to completion
* Develop, manage, and maintain detailed project programmes and lookahead plans
* Coordinate site activities, trades, subcontractors, and fabrication interfaces
* Review and interpret structural drawings, erection sequences, and construction methodologies
* Liaise with clients, engineers, designers, and internal teams to ensure full project alignment
* Manage project documentation including contracts, RFIs, variations, and work packages
* Monitor budgets, costs, and financial performance in collaboration with commercial teamsChair site meetings and provide clear progress reporting internally and to clients
* Ensure full compliance with health, safety, and environmental standards across site operations
* Resolve technical, logistical, and construction issues quickly and effectively
* Act as the key link between site operations and fabrication/workshop teams
* Oversee quality control and ensure successful project handover and completion
You’ll need:
* Proven experience (5+ years) as a Project Manager within structural steel, steel erection, or heavy construction
* Strong technical understanding of steel fabrication, erection methods, and site operations
* Ability to read and interpret structural drawings, shop drawings, and erection plans
* Experience using planning tools such as Asta Powerproject or Primavera P6
* Strong leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills
* Experience in contract administration and cost control (QS coordination)
* Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications
* Experience with Trimble / Trimble Connect (essential)
* Competence in Bluebeam or similar PDF mark‑up tools
* Valid driving licence and willingness to be site-based full time
* CSCS / SMSTS (or equivalent site safety certification)
* Degree or diploma in Civil Engineering, Construction Management or similar (desirable)
* Experience with BIM / Tekla Structures and crane lift planning (desirable)
Why this role?
* Long-term secured project pipeline offering strong job stability
* Join a highly experienced and collaborative delivery team
* Competitive salary up to £75,000 depending on experience
* Strong opportunity to progress within a specialist structural steel environment
Interested? Email shodgkinson@novaxrecruitment.com for a confidential discussion or to send your CV.
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