Project Manager - Heavy Civils

Position: Project Manager - Heavy Civils (Permanent, Contract)
Procter Street is recruiting on behalf of a well-established and growing civil engineering contractor with a strong reputation for delivering complex infrastructure projects across the UK. Due to continued project wins, they are seeking an experienced Project Manager to lead delivery on a major heavy civils scheme. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a contractor known for its technical capability, collaborative culture, and long-term client relationships.

The Project

You will take full responsibility for a substantial heavy civils package comprising:

* Bulk earthworks

* Construction of access roads

* Drainage infrastructure

* Associated infrastructure works

All works are being delivered under NEC sub-contract conditions, so experience operating within NEC frameworks is essential.

The Role

As Project Manager, you will have overall responsibility for the safe, timely, and profitable delivery of the project. You’ll lead site teams, manage subcontractors, and maintain strong commercial and contractual control throughout.

Key responsibilities include:

* Full project lifecycle management from mobilisation through to completion

* Management of NEC sub-contracts (including early warnings, CE management, programme updates)

* Ensuring compliance with health, safety, environmental and quality standards

* Financial performance management, including forecasting and cost control

* Stakeholder and client liaison

* Leading and mentoring engineering and site management teams

Skills Required

* Proven experience delivering heavy civils projects (bulk earthworks essential)

* Strong working knowledge of NEC contracts (ideally NEC3 or NEC4)

* Experience managing drainage and road infrastructure packages

* Excellent commercial awareness and programme management capability

* Strong leadership and communication skills

* Civil Engineering qualification (HNC/HND/Degree preferred)