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