Civils Project Manager

  • Elvet Recruitment
  • Wythenshawe, Manchester
  • 16/03/2026
Contract Construction

Job Description

Elvet Recruitment are recruiting for an experienced Civils Construction Manager / Project Manager on behalf of a large civil engineering main contractor to assist in the ECI & delivery of ongoing multi-million projects around Wythenshawe area

The well-known contractor are part of an esteemed multi-billion turnover international construction group. This role is working for a regional business unit who combine the inherited Tier 1 standards & processes with a more compact, cohesive team where everyone can have a real influence & be recognised. Over the past few decades they have successfully delivered countless projects across North of England from 1m to 70m+ value.

Project: 10m road improvements & new large car park construction for a local authority client & Manchester Airport Group. (This role does not involve regular runway work so no clearances are necessary). 3 total schemes on the horizon with Manchester Airport Group so a good longevity of workload to 2+ years as it stands.

Initially the Construction Manager / Project Manager will be expected to manage the ECI, setup and delivery of the Hull scheme and then over time will incorporate further schemes within their workload. This role could allow someone the chance to step up from Site Agent level and into a more hybrid role to having an influence across 2-3 sites in future.

Duties/Responsibilities include:

  • Management of Site Agent, Works Manager & team to ensure smooth daily running of site
  • Organising RAMS & project documentation
  • Oversee ECI phases of work
  • Programme updates with Operations Managers
  • Deal with contractual changes
  • Coordination of sub-contractors
  • Communicating with commercial team
  • Checking of documentation for sites
  • Attend meetings with client & senior management

Experience required:

  • Must have proven experience as Site Agent / Constrruction Manager / Project Manager delivering civil engineering projects (values 5m+)
  • Experience overseeing highways & civils works with local authority clients
  • Experience managing projects as main contractor / PC
  • Experience with NEC 3 / NEC 4 contracts is essential
  • Industry related qualification is beneficial (HNC/HND or Degree)
  • Must hold: SMSTS, CSCS and Full Driver's License
  • Temporary Works tickets are beneficial

Remuneration:

Pay up to 425 per day (can be paid CIS or Ltd company outside IR-35)

(Outside IR-35 providing contractors meet requirements). Elvet Recruitment has an IR-35 partner who provide checks and IR-35 insurance packages.

For more info contact Andy Gray at Elvet Recruitment.

This is a temporary position and Elvet Recruitment Limited will be acting as an employment agency for temporary recruitment on behalf of our client.

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