Groundworks Project Manager – Day Rate
Location: Nottingham
Duration: Initial 8-week project with immediate follow‑on project available
Start Date: Immediate
Rate: Competitive Day Rate (DOE)
Hours: 7:00am – 4:30pm
The Opportunity
Our client, a Midlands-based Groundworks sub‑contractor, is seeking an experienced Groundworks Project Manager to take full responsibility for delivering a fast‑paced groundworks package on a new school development in Nottingham.
The initial project consists of an 8-week programme focused on the completion of ground floor slabs, drainage infrastructure and associated external works. A second Nottingham-based project is scheduled to commence immediately afterwards, providing continuity of work for the successful candidate.
This is an excellent opportunity for a hands‑on Project Manager with strong civil engineering and groundworks experience who can manage both site operations and the administrative requirements associated with working for a major contractor.
Key Responsibilities
* Overall management and delivery of the groundworks package.
* Programme management to ensure completion of works within the 8-week timeframe.
* Coordination and management of sub-contractors, labour and plant resources.
* Management of ground floor slab installations.
* Management of drainage and underground services installation.
* Liaison with the Main Contractor's Project Team.
* Daily site coordination meetings and progress reporting.
* Monitoring productivity, quality and programme performance.
* Management of site health & safety standards.
* Production and approval of RAMS, permits and site documentation.
* Ensuring compliance with Tier 1 contractor procedures and reporting requirements.
* Managing site records, inspections and quality assurance processes.
* Working closely with the Site Foreman and Site Engineer to achieve programme milestones.
* Identifying and mitigating project risks.
* Client and stakeholder communication throughout the project lifecycle.
Reporting Structure
The successful Project Manager will have:
* Dedicated Site Foreman
* Site Engineer
* Support from the Main Contractor's Project Team
Essential Requirements
* Proven experience delivering groundworks and civil engineering packages.
* Previous experience as a Project Manager on commercial, education, residential or infrastructure projects.
* Strong knowledge of drainage, foundations, slabs and external works.
* Experience working for or alongside Tier 1 Main Contractors.
* Strong planning, programming and reporting capabilities.
* Ability to manage permits, paperwork and site compliance requirements.
* Excellent communication and leadership skills.
* Valid SMSTS Certificate, CSCS Card, First Aid also preferred
Desirable Requirements
* First Aid at Work Certificate.
* Temporary Works awareness.
* CSCS Black Card or equivalent.
* Civil Engineering or Construction-related qualification.
Ideal Candidate Profile
You will be a driven and organised Project Manager who is comfortable operating in a fast-paced environment. You will be equally capable of managing site operations and handling the significant paperwork, permits and reporting associated with Tier 1 contractor projects.
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