Probus Recruitment Ltd

Structures Project Manager - Highways & Bridges Cheshire West & Chester Freelance / CIS Engagement Up to 500 per day (Ltd/CIS) An established infrastructure contractor is seeking an experienced Structures Manager to support the development and delivery of a major highways structures programme within a long-term local authority framework. This is an excellent opportunity for a commercially aware and technically strong professional to join the project during the Early Contractor Involvement (ECI) phase before progressing into the construction and delivery stages. The assignment is expected to run for approximately 20 months, comprising an initial pre-construction phase followed by a substantial construction programme. Immediate start available. The Opportunity Working closely with the client, design teams, delivery teams and key stakeholders, you will lead the planning, coordination and delivery of bridge and highway structures schemes from concept through to completion. You will play a key role in programme development, design management, temporary works coordination, commercial oversight and safe project delivery. Key Responsibilities Lead the delivery of bridge and structures projects within a highways environment Manage Early Contractor Involvement (ECI) activities and scheme development Coordinate and manage design consultants and multidisciplinary teams Oversee temporary works planning, approvals and implementation Develop delivery strategies, programmes and construction methodologies Monitor project performance, costs, risks and opportunities Ensure compliance with NEC contracts, CDM regulations and industry standards Build and maintain strong client and stakeholder relationships Support procurement, subcontractor management and project reporting Drive safety, quality and operational excellence across all schemes Candidate Requirements Degree qualified in Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering or similar Strong background delivering bridge, structures or highways infrastructure projects Previous experience managing structures schemes including maintenance, strengthening, refurbishment or renewals Experience of ECI, design management and temporary works Good understanding of NEC contracts (preferably NEC4) Knowledge of CDM regulations and UK highways standards Ability to manage multiple stakeholders and project interfaces Desirable Chartered Engineer status (CEng, MICE or MIStructE) Temporary Works Coordinator (TWC) certification Experience working on local authority highways frameworks Experience delivering bridge maintenance or structural renewal schemes What's On Offer? 500 per day Freelance / CIS engagement available Long-term assignment expected to run approximately 20 months Opportunity to influence projects from concept through delivery Immediate start Mix of office, site and stakeholder-facing responsibilities Secure workload within a major infrastructure framework Alternative Job Titles Considered: Structures Manager, Senior Structures Manager, Bridge Manager, Senior Bridge Engineer, Structures Project Manager, Highways Structures Manager, Civil Engineering Manager, Principal Structural Engineer, Structures Delivery Manager, Structures Lead, Highway Structures Project Manager, Bridge Works Manager, Infrastructure Structures Manager, Structures Construction Manager, Temporary Works Manager If you have experience managing bridge and structures projects within highways, civil engineering or infrastructure environments and are looking for your next long-term contract opportunity, we would like to hear from you.

Job Title: Customer & Stakeholder Liaison Officer Location: Guilden Sutton, Chester Salary: £35,000 per annum Job Type: Temporary PAYE Assignment (Strong Potential to Become Permanent) Benefits: 25 Days Holiday + Bank Holidays Start Date: No later than Monday 25th May Our client is urgently seeking a Customer & Stakeholder Liaison Officer to support a major highways maintenance contract based in Cheshire West and Chester. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with experience in customer engagement, stakeholder liaison, resident liaison, communications or public-facing operational support to join a busy infrastructure environment with strong long-term prospects. Due to increased workload and investment into the contract, there is a high probability of this role becoming permanent following the initial temporary period. The successful candidate will act as a key point of contact between operational teams, residents, local stakeholders and the wider public, helping to ensure highway works are communicated clearly, professionally and efficiently. This is a fast-paced, highly visible role where strong communication and organisational skills are essential. Key responsibilities will include: Managing customer enquiries, complaints and stakeholder communications relating to highways works Supporting planned communications for roadworks, closures and maintenance activities Drafting letters, notices, customer updates and briefing information Liaising with operational teams to gather accurate project information Supporting engagement with councillors, local communities and other stakeholders Maintaining communication trackers, records and KPI information Assisting with customer satisfaction monitoring and reporting Supporting public meetings, consultation activity and stakeholder engagement where required Candidates suitable for this role may currently work within customer liaison, stakeholder engagement, resident liaison, community engagement, customer experience, communications or public-facing operational support roles. Previous experience within highways, utilities, infrastructure, housing, construction or local authority environments would be highly advantageous, although candidates from other customer-facing sectors will also be considered. To be considered, applicants should possess: Excellent written and verbal communication skills Experience managing customer or stakeholder enquiries Strong administrative and organisational ability Confidence working within a busy operational environment A professional and customer-focused approach Ability to start ASAP Alternative job titles may include: Customer Liaison Officer, Stakeholder Engagement Coordinator, Resident Liaison Officer, Community Liaison Officer, Communications Coordinator, Public Liaison Officer, Customer Experience Coordinator or Highways Communications Officer. This is an urgent and business-critical hire with interviews taking place immediately.

Senior Estimator Highways / Term Maintenance (Permanent) Location: Client will consider candidates based UK Wide (Hybrid) North West / Midlands preferred Package & Benefits Salary: Up to £ 60,000 (flexible upward for the right candidate and cultural fit) Company Car or Car Allowance Pension: 10% combined contribution Holidays: 25 days annual leave + option to buy/sell up to 5 days Life Assurance: 4x salary Annual Bonus Life Assurance: 4x salary Flexible / Hybrid Working Long-term career opportunity within a globally established infrastructure group The Opportunity An established but fast-growing highways and infrastructure business is seeking an experienced Estimator to support the pricing and delivery of long-term highways term maintenance and asset management contracts. The organisation operates as part of a major international infrastructure group with multi-billion turnover, a global presence, and a dominant position across UK highways frameworks. Despite its scale, the business maintains an agile, entrepreneurial culture with minimal hierarchy and strong local autonomy. This role will suit an estimator who enjoys ownership, accountability, and influence, and who is comfortable operating in a governance-led environment while retaining commercial agility. The Role Reporting directly to the Lead Estimator, you will play a key role in delivering accurate, competitive, and compliant tenders across highways and infrastructure maintenance frameworks. Key responsibilities include: Producing first-principles estimates for highways and term maintenance works Pricing long-term maintenance and framework contracts with a focus on accuracy, competitiveness, and robustness Supporting tender strategy, risk reviews, and governance processes Engaging with the supply chain to secure competitive pricing and add commercial value Preparing clear, auditable estimating outputs using estimating software and MS Excel Working closely with operational, technical, and commercial teams Supporting handover into delivery teams where required Specialist surfacing experience (micro asphalt, slurry, surface dressing) is desirable but not essential. About You This role is suited to an estimator who can operate confidently within governance frameworks, while also being proactive, commercially minded, and adaptable. Essential experience: Proven experience as an Estimator within highways, term maintenance, or infrastructure maintenance Strong understanding of term service or framework contracts Background with a Tier 1 or Tier 2 contractor Strong capability in first-principles estimating Experience engaging with and influencing supply chain partners High attention to detail and strong commercial awareness Candidates may also come from: Highways environments without direct term maintenance exposure Rail or infrastructure maintenance backgrounds with relevant framework experience Culture & Working Environment Professional, collaborative, and delivery-focused Flat structure with no unnecessary hierarchy Entrepreneurial mindset encouraged High standards for governance, accuracy, and accountability A business that combines global scale with local autonomy Interested? This is a rare opportunity to join a business that offers long-term stability, technical challenge, and genuine career progression, while operating with the pace and mindset of a smaller, agile team.