Project Manager

Your new company You'll be joining an established highways contractor delivering works across the strategic road network. The business operates within a Tier 1 contracting environment, with a strong focus on…

Pay rate £450 – £500/day
Contract type Contract
Posted 26 October 2026

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About this contract

Up to £500 Per Day

Your new company
You'll be joining an established highways contractor delivering works across the strategic road network. The business operates within a Tier 1 contracting environment, with a strong focus on self-delivery.

Your new role
As Project Manager, you'll be responsible for managing the successful delivery of highways works across Area 6.

Take overall responsibility for the delivery of highways projects
Lead and manage operational teams across multiple work streams
Manage projects from planning through to completion
Oversee programme, health & safety, quality and commercial performance
Coordinate resources to ensure effective self-delivery
Manage client and key stakeholder relationships
Monitor progress, programme, risks and project performance
Work closely with commercial and operational teams throughout delivery
Ensure works are completed safely, efficiently and to the required standards
What you'll need to succeed

HND/HNC or equivalent in Civil Engineering or a similar discipline
Proven experience managing large-scale highways or civil engineering projects
Previous highways, civils and drainage experience is essential
Experience working within a Tier 1 contracting environment
Strong understanding of self-delivery
National Highways experience
Strong programme, commercial and stakeholder management skills
What you need to do now
If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.
If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.

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