Construction Resources
City, Manchester
Project Manager Highways & Civil Engineering Job Summary Responsible for the successful delivery of highways and civil engineering projects, ensuring works are completed safely, on programme, within budget, and to the required quality standards. Lead and coordinate project teams, subcontractors, suppliers, designers, local authorities, and client representatives to ensure projects are delivered in accordance with contractual requirements, technical specifications, and regulatory standards. Responsible for health and safety, quality assurance, environmental compliance, commercial performance, programme management, stakeholder engagement, and team leadership. Key Responsibilities Health, Safety & Environmental Management Take overall responsibility for health, safety, and environmental performance across assigned projects. Ensure compliance with relevant legislation, industry standards, and project-specific requirements. Implement and monitor Risk Assessments, Method Statements (RAMS), Construction Phase Plans, and safe systems of work. Lead site safety initiatives including inductions, toolbox talks, inspections, and audits. Investigate incidents, near misses, and non-conformances, ensuring corrective actions are implemented. Ensure works are carried out with minimal disruption to road users, local communities, and stakeholders. Promote a positive safety culture throughout project delivery. Project Delivery & Programme Management Manage highways and civil engineering projects from pre-construction through to completion and handover. Develop and maintain project programmes, ensuring milestones and key deliverables are achieved. Coordinate labour, plant, materials, traffic management, and subcontractor resources. Monitor project performance and implement recovery plans where required. Ensure efficient resource utilisation to maximise productivity and project profitability. Manage project risks and identify opportunities for programme and cost improvements. Client & Stakeholder Management Act as the primary point of contact for clients, local authorities, consultants, and key stakeholders. Attend and lead progress meetings, programme reviews, and stakeholder coordination meetings. Maintain regular communication regarding project progress, risks, changes, and key milestones. Manage technical queries, instructions, compensation events, and project correspondence. Build and maintain strong client relationships to support repeat business opportunities. Commercial & Contract Management Support the commercial management of projects, including cost control, forecasting, and reporting. Monitor project budgets and ensure financial performance targets are achieved. Identify and manage variations, change control, and compensation events. Work closely with commercial teams to ensure accurate valuations, forecasts, and cost reporting. Support procurement activities and subcontractor management. Ensure projects are delivered in accordance with contractual obligations and performance requirements. Quality Management Implement project-specific quality management procedures. Ensure all works are completed in accordance with drawings, specifications, standards, and client requirements. Manage inspection and test plans, quality records, and handover documentation. Conduct regular quality reviews and inspections. Lead the management and close-out of defects and non-conformance issues. Drive a right-first-time approach to project delivery. Leadership & Team Management Lead, motivate, and develop project teams, site managers, engineers, supervisors, and subcontractors. Promote a collaborative and high-performance culture. Manage workforce performance and resource allocation. Support training, development, and succession planning initiatives. Foster strong relationships across operational, commercial, and technical teams. Sustainability & Continuous Improvement Promote sustainable construction practices and environmental stewardship. Minimise waste and maximise efficient use of materials and resources. Support carbon reduction and environmental improvement initiatives. Identify opportunities for innovation and continuous improvement across project delivery. Ensure environmental management plans are effectively implemented and monitored. Qualifications & Experience Essential HNC, HND, Degree, or equivalent qualification in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or a related discipline. SMSTS (Site Management Safety Training Scheme). CSCS Manager Card. First Aid at Work qualification. Full UK driving licence. Minimum 5 years' experience managing highways or civil engineering projects. Experience delivering projects within local authority, strategic highway, or infrastructure environments. Strong understanding of highways construction methodologies and project delivery. Desirable Temporary Works Coordinator qualification. NEBOSH Certificate or equivalent health and safety qualification. NRSWA Supervisor qualification. Experience working under NEC forms of contract. Knowledge of National Highways and local authority specifications. Skills & Knowledge Strong understanding of highways construction, road improvement schemes, junction upgrades, drainage, structures, surfacing, and public realm works. Knowledge of CDM Regulations and construction health and safety requirements. Strong commercial awareness and contract management capability. Experience managing traffic management operations and stakeholder interfaces. Ability to interpret technical drawings, specifications, and project programmes. Excellent planning, organisational, and leadership skills. Strong problem-solving and decision-making capability. Effective stakeholder and client management skills. Proficient in Microsoft Office and project management software. Personal Attributes Strong commitment to health, safety, quality, and environmental excellence. Results-driven with a focus on programme delivery and client satisfaction. Excellent communication and leadership skills. Commercially aware and proactive in identifying opportunities and risks. Able to work effectively under pressure and manage multiple priorities. Collaborative and team-oriented approach. Professional, reliable, and accountable. Committed to continuous improvement and operational excellence.
Project Manager Highways & Civil Engineering Job Summary Responsible for the successful delivery of highways and civil engineering projects, ensuring works are completed safely, on programme, within budget, and to the required quality standards. Lead and coordinate project teams, subcontractors, suppliers, designers, local authorities, and client representatives to ensure projects are delivered in accordance with contractual requirements, technical specifications, and regulatory standards. Responsible for health and safety, quality assurance, environmental compliance, commercial performance, programme management, stakeholder engagement, and team leadership. Key Responsibilities Health, Safety & Environmental Management Take overall responsibility for health, safety, and environmental performance across assigned projects. Ensure compliance with relevant legislation, industry standards, and project-specific requirements. Implement and monitor Risk Assessments, Method Statements (RAMS), Construction Phase Plans, and safe systems of work. Lead site safety initiatives including inductions, toolbox talks, inspections, and audits. Investigate incidents, near misses, and non-conformances, ensuring corrective actions are implemented. Ensure works are carried out with minimal disruption to road users, local communities, and stakeholders. Promote a positive safety culture throughout project delivery. Project Delivery & Programme Management Manage highways and civil engineering projects from pre-construction through to completion and handover. Develop and maintain project programmes, ensuring milestones and key deliverables are achieved. Coordinate labour, plant, materials, traffic management, and subcontractor resources. Monitor project performance and implement recovery plans where required. Ensure efficient resource utilisation to maximise productivity and project profitability. Manage project risks and identify opportunities for programme and cost improvements. Client & Stakeholder Management Act as the primary point of contact for clients, local authorities, consultants, and key stakeholders. Attend and lead progress meetings, programme reviews, and stakeholder coordination meetings. Maintain regular communication regarding project progress, risks, changes, and key milestones. Manage technical queries, instructions, compensation events, and project correspondence. Build and maintain strong client relationships to support repeat business opportunities. Commercial & Contract Management Support the commercial management of projects, including cost control, forecasting, and reporting. Monitor project budgets and ensure financial performance targets are achieved. Identify and manage variations, change control, and compensation events. Work closely with commercial teams to ensure accurate valuations, forecasts, and cost reporting. Support procurement activities and subcontractor management. Ensure projects are delivered in accordance with contractual obligations and performance requirements. Quality Management Implement project-specific quality management procedures. Ensure all works are completed in accordance with drawings, specifications, standards, and client requirements. Manage inspection and test plans, quality records, and handover documentation. Conduct regular quality reviews and inspections. Lead the management and close-out of defects and non-conformance issues. Drive a right-first-time approach to project delivery. Leadership & Team Management Lead, motivate, and develop project teams, site managers, engineers, supervisors, and subcontractors. Promote a collaborative and high-performance culture. Manage workforce performance and resource allocation. Support training, development, and succession planning initiatives. Foster strong relationships across operational, commercial, and technical teams. Sustainability & Continuous Improvement Promote sustainable construction practices and environmental stewardship. Minimise waste and maximise efficient use of materials and resources. Support carbon reduction and environmental improvement initiatives. Identify opportunities for innovation and continuous improvement across project delivery. Ensure environmental management plans are effectively implemented and monitored. Qualifications & Experience Essential HNC, HND, Degree, or equivalent qualification in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or a related discipline. SMSTS (Site Management Safety Training Scheme). CSCS Manager Card. First Aid at Work qualification. Full UK driving licence. Minimum 5 years' experience managing highways or civil engineering projects. Experience delivering projects within local authority, strategic highway, or infrastructure environments. Strong understanding of highways construction methodologies and project delivery. Desirable Temporary Works Coordinator qualification. NEBOSH Certificate or equivalent health and safety qualification. NRSWA Supervisor qualification. Experience working under NEC forms of contract. Knowledge of National Highways and local authority specifications. Skills & Knowledge Strong understanding of highways construction, road improvement schemes, junction upgrades, drainage, structures, surfacing, and public realm works. Knowledge of CDM Regulations and construction health and safety requirements. Strong commercial awareness and contract management capability. Experience managing traffic management operations and stakeholder interfaces. Ability to interpret technical drawings, specifications, and project programmes. Excellent planning, organisational, and leadership skills. Strong problem-solving and decision-making capability. Effective stakeholder and client management skills. Proficient in Microsoft Office and project management software. Personal Attributes Strong commitment to health, safety, quality, and environmental excellence. Results-driven with a focus on programme delivery and client satisfaction. Excellent communication and leadership skills. Commercially aware and proactive in identifying opportunities and risks. Able to work effectively under pressure and manage multiple priorities. Collaborative and team-oriented approach. Professional, reliable, and accountable. Committed to continuous improvement and operational excellence.
Construction & Civils Solutions Limited
Site Manager Public Realm Improvement Works Role Overview We are currently recruiting for an experienced Site Manager to oversee a programme of public realm improvement works in Glasgow City Centre for an initial minimum term of 6 months with further work opportuntiies upon completion. This is a 6-month contract with an immediate start available and the potential for further work on future projects. The role would suit a hands-on, organised and proactive Site Manager with a strong background in civils, highways, streetscape, paving, drainage, utilities, hard landscaping or public realm schemes. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing day-to-day site operations, coordinating subcontractors and site teams, maintaining health and safety standards, and ensuring works are delivered safely, efficiently and to programme within a busy city-centre environment. Key Responsibilities Manage daily site operations on a public realm improvement project in Glasgow City Centre. Coordinate subcontractors, direct labour, suppliers and site activities. Ensure works are delivered safely, on time, to specification and in line with programme requirements. Oversee activities such as paving, kerbing, drainage, utilities coordination, street furniture, hard landscaping, surfacing and associated civils works. Maintain strong health, safety, environmental and quality standards across the site. Carry out site inductions, toolbox talks, RAMS briefings and daily site checks. Manage pedestrian interfaces, traffic management arrangements and public-facing works in a live city-centre environment. Liaise with the client, project team, local stakeholders, subcontractors and supply chain. Ensure accurate site records are maintained, including diaries, permits, progress updates, labour returns and inspection records. Promote a professional, organised and safety-first culture on site. Candidate Requirements The ideal candidate will have previous experience managing civils or public realm projects, ideally within a busy urban environment. Essential requirements: Proven experience as a Site Manager within civil engineering, public realm, highways, streetscape or infrastructure works. Strong understanding of site health and safety requirements. Experience managing subcontractors and direct labour. Ability to work to programme and manage multiple work fronts. Confident dealing with clients, local authorities, subcontractors and members of the public. Strong organisational, communication and problem-solving skills. Ability to manage works in a live, public-facing city-centre environment. Valid SMSTS or SSSTS. Valid CSCS card. First Aid at Work. Full UK driving licence preferred. Desirable experience: Streetworks / NRSWA qualification. Temporary Works Supervisor or Coordinator. Experience with traffic management and pedestrian management. Previous Glasgow City Centre or local authority project experience. Background in paving, kerbing, drainage, surfacing, utilities or hard landscaping. Personal Attributes Hands-on and proactive approach. Calm under pressure. Strong leadership and communication skills. Highly organised with good attention to detail. Safety-focused and quality-driven. Able to manage programme pressures in a live public environment. Professional when dealing with clients, stakeholders and the public. How to Apply If you are an experienced Site Manager with a background in public realm, civils, highways or streetscape works, please apply with your CV or get in touch to discuss the role in more detail.
Site Manager Public Realm Improvement Works Role Overview We are currently recruiting for an experienced Site Manager to oversee a programme of public realm improvement works in Glasgow City Centre for an initial minimum term of 6 months with further work opportuntiies upon completion. This is a 6-month contract with an immediate start available and the potential for further work on future projects. The role would suit a hands-on, organised and proactive Site Manager with a strong background in civils, highways, streetscape, paving, drainage, utilities, hard landscaping or public realm schemes. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing day-to-day site operations, coordinating subcontractors and site teams, maintaining health and safety standards, and ensuring works are delivered safely, efficiently and to programme within a busy city-centre environment. Key Responsibilities Manage daily site operations on a public realm improvement project in Glasgow City Centre. Coordinate subcontractors, direct labour, suppliers and site activities. Ensure works are delivered safely, on time, to specification and in line with programme requirements. Oversee activities such as paving, kerbing, drainage, utilities coordination, street furniture, hard landscaping, surfacing and associated civils works. Maintain strong health, safety, environmental and quality standards across the site. Carry out site inductions, toolbox talks, RAMS briefings and daily site checks. Manage pedestrian interfaces, traffic management arrangements and public-facing works in a live city-centre environment. Liaise with the client, project team, local stakeholders, subcontractors and supply chain. Ensure accurate site records are maintained, including diaries, permits, progress updates, labour returns and inspection records. Promote a professional, organised and safety-first culture on site. Candidate Requirements The ideal candidate will have previous experience managing civils or public realm projects, ideally within a busy urban environment. Essential requirements: Proven experience as a Site Manager within civil engineering, public realm, highways, streetscape or infrastructure works. Strong understanding of site health and safety requirements. Experience managing subcontractors and direct labour. Ability to work to programme and manage multiple work fronts. Confident dealing with clients, local authorities, subcontractors and members of the public. Strong organisational, communication and problem-solving skills. Ability to manage works in a live, public-facing city-centre environment. Valid SMSTS or SSSTS. Valid CSCS card. First Aid at Work. Full UK driving licence preferred. Desirable experience: Streetworks / NRSWA qualification. Temporary Works Supervisor or Coordinator. Experience with traffic management and pedestrian management. Previous Glasgow City Centre or local authority project experience. Background in paving, kerbing, drainage, surfacing, utilities or hard landscaping. Personal Attributes Hands-on and proactive approach. Calm under pressure. Strong leadership and communication skills. Highly organised with good attention to detail. Safety-focused and quality-driven. Able to manage programme pressures in a live public environment. Professional when dealing with clients, stakeholders and the public. How to Apply If you are an experienced Site Manager with a background in public realm, civils, highways or streetscape works, please apply with your CV or get in touch to discuss the role in more detail.
Red Sky Personnel Ltd
Senior Engineer / Section Engineer West Sussex Permanent £50,000 - £60,000 + Package (DOE) Salary Negotiable for the Right Candidate Red Sky Personnel are currently representing a leading civil engineering and infrastructure contractor delivering major infrastructure works within a highly regulated live operational environment. Due to continued growth and a strong pipeline of secured projects, they are looking to appoint an experienced Senior Engineer / Section Engineer to support the delivery of complex civil engineering packages across a major infrastructure scheme in the South East. This is an excellent opportunity to join a well-established contractor delivering critical infrastructure works including drainage, ducting, reinforced concrete structures, utilities, highways and associated heavy civils packages. The Role As a Senior Engineer / Section Engineer, you will play a key role in the technical and operational delivery of major civil engineering works. Working closely with the Project Manager, Site Agents and delivery teams, you will be responsible for ensuring works are delivered safely, accurately, on programme and in accordance with project specifications and quality standards. You will provide engineering leadership on site, manage subcontractors and engineering teams, oversee quality assurance processes and support the successful delivery of complex infrastructure packages within a fast-paced live environment. Key Responsibilities Managing and coordinating engineering activities across multiple work fronts Setting out and overseeing construction works in accordance with design drawings and specifications Supporting the delivery of earthworks, drainage, ducting, reinforced concrete and infrastructure packages Managing subcontractors and ensuring works are delivered safely and efficiently Producing, reviewing and managing QA documentation, ITPs and as-built records Resolving technical queries and coordinating with design and commercial teams Monitoring progress against programme and reporting updates to senior management Ensuring compliance with health, safety, environmental and quality requirements Supporting temporary works coordination and construction planning activities Mentoring and supporting junior engineers and site teams where required Project Overview The project forms part of a major infrastructure improvement programme being delivered within a live operational environment. Works include: Construction of new infrastructure and access routes Pavement and hardstanding construction works Drainage installation and associated civils works Utility diversions and underground services Ducting and service infrastructure Reinforced concrete structures and foundations Earthworks and groundworks packages Surfacing and associated infrastructure installations The works require high levels of planning, coordination, quality assurance and health & safety compliance due to the operational nature of the environment. Requirements Previous experience working as a Senior Engineer, Section Engineer or Engineer on major civil engineering or infrastructure projects Strong background in heavy civils, groundworks, drainage, highways, infrastructure or reinforced concrete works Experience managing subcontractors and coordinating site delivery activities Strong technical engineering, setting out and quality assurance capability Ability to work effectively within a fast-paced project environment Experience producing and managing engineering documentation and QA records Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills Essential Qualifications Degree, HNC or HND in Civil Engineering or related discipline CSCS Card Desirable SMSTS Temporary Works Coordinator (TWC) Temporary Works Supervisor (TWS) First Aid at Work Highways, infrastructure or major project experience NEC contract awareness Why Apply Join a leading contractor with a strong reputation for delivering complex infrastructure projects Long-term permanent opportunity with excellent career progression Competitive salary of £50,000 - £60,000 + package Salary negotiable depending on experience Exposure to complex civil engineering and infrastructure works Secure pipeline of future projects across the UK If you're interested, apply now. Alternatively, if you know someone suitable, please get in touch with Cleo at Red Sky Personnel.
Senior Engineer / Section Engineer West Sussex Permanent £50,000 - £60,000 + Package (DOE) Salary Negotiable for the Right Candidate Red Sky Personnel are currently representing a leading civil engineering and infrastructure contractor delivering major infrastructure works within a highly regulated live operational environment. Due to continued growth and a strong pipeline of secured projects, they are looking to appoint an experienced Senior Engineer / Section Engineer to support the delivery of complex civil engineering packages across a major infrastructure scheme in the South East. This is an excellent opportunity to join a well-established contractor delivering critical infrastructure works including drainage, ducting, reinforced concrete structures, utilities, highways and associated heavy civils packages. The Role As a Senior Engineer / Section Engineer, you will play a key role in the technical and operational delivery of major civil engineering works. Working closely with the Project Manager, Site Agents and delivery teams, you will be responsible for ensuring works are delivered safely, accurately, on programme and in accordance with project specifications and quality standards. You will provide engineering leadership on site, manage subcontractors and engineering teams, oversee quality assurance processes and support the successful delivery of complex infrastructure packages within a fast-paced live environment. Key Responsibilities Managing and coordinating engineering activities across multiple work fronts Setting out and overseeing construction works in accordance with design drawings and specifications Supporting the delivery of earthworks, drainage, ducting, reinforced concrete and infrastructure packages Managing subcontractors and ensuring works are delivered safely and efficiently Producing, reviewing and managing QA documentation, ITPs and as-built records Resolving technical queries and coordinating with design and commercial teams Monitoring progress against programme and reporting updates to senior management Ensuring compliance with health, safety, environmental and quality requirements Supporting temporary works coordination and construction planning activities Mentoring and supporting junior engineers and site teams where required Project Overview The project forms part of a major infrastructure improvement programme being delivered within a live operational environment. Works include: Construction of new infrastructure and access routes Pavement and hardstanding construction works Drainage installation and associated civils works Utility diversions and underground services Ducting and service infrastructure Reinforced concrete structures and foundations Earthworks and groundworks packages Surfacing and associated infrastructure installations The works require high levels of planning, coordination, quality assurance and health & safety compliance due to the operational nature of the environment. Requirements Previous experience working as a Senior Engineer, Section Engineer or Engineer on major civil engineering or infrastructure projects Strong background in heavy civils, groundworks, drainage, highways, infrastructure or reinforced concrete works Experience managing subcontractors and coordinating site delivery activities Strong technical engineering, setting out and quality assurance capability Ability to work effectively within a fast-paced project environment Experience producing and managing engineering documentation and QA records Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills Essential Qualifications Degree, HNC or HND in Civil Engineering or related discipline CSCS Card Desirable SMSTS Temporary Works Coordinator (TWC) Temporary Works Supervisor (TWS) First Aid at Work Highways, infrastructure or major project experience NEC contract awareness Why Apply Join a leading contractor with a strong reputation for delivering complex infrastructure projects Long-term permanent opportunity with excellent career progression Competitive salary of £50,000 - £60,000 + package Salary negotiable depending on experience Exposure to complex civil engineering and infrastructure works Secure pipeline of future projects across the UK If you're interested, apply now. Alternatively, if you know someone suitable, please get in touch with Cleo at Red Sky Personnel.
