Project Manager, Operations Manager

Project Manager - Highways Maintenance (Drainage & Bridges)

Location:

Kent
Salary:
Up to £55,000 per annum (dependent on experience)
Benefits:
Company car or car allowance, pension, holidays, and additional company benefits
Reporting to:
Contracts Manager

Role Overview
We are seeking an experienced Project Manager to join our highways maintenance team, working as a key subcontractor on drainage and bridge refurbishment schemes. The role will involve managing multiple projects across live highway environments, ensuring works are delivered safely, on time, within budget, and to the required quality standards.
This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated individual with strong technical and commercial awareness to play a pivotal role in the delivery of essential infrastructure works.

Key Responsibilities
Manage the delivery of highways maintenance projects with a focus on drainage works and bridge refurbishment
Plan, programme, and coordinate works from pre-construction through to completion
Ensure compliance with all health, safety, and environmental requirements, including CDM regulations
Liaise with clients, principal contractors, local authorities, designers, and supply chain partners
Manage site teams, subcontractors, and suppliers to ensure efficient project delivery
Monitor progress against programme and budget, producing regular reports and forecasts
Oversee quality assurance and ensure works are completed to specification and industry standards
Identify and manage risks, variations, and change control
Attend site meetings, progress meetings, and client reviews as required
Support commercial activities including valuations, cost control, and final accounts

Key Requirements
Proven experience as a Project Manager within highways maintenance or civil engineering
Strong knowledge of drainage systems, bridge repairs, and refurbishment works
Experience working as a subcontractor on highways or infrastructure projects
Good understanding of NEC or similar forms of contract (desirable)
SMSTS qualification (essential)
CSCS card (essential)
Strong organisational, leadership, and communication skills
Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
Full UK driving licence

Desirable Qualifications & Experience
HNC/HND or Degree in Civil Engineering or a related discipline
Temporary Works awareness or coordinator experience
Experience working on live carriageways and under traffic management

What We Offer
Competitive salary up to £55,000
Company car or car allowance
Opportunities for career progression within a growing business
Supportive team environment with long-term secured workloads
Ongoing training and professional development

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NOTE:

Even if you are happy in your current role for now, we always welcome calls from Highways, Infrastructure & Transportation professionals keen to make their introductions for future months or years. Carrington West's Highways, Transport & Infrastructure division is the fastest growing in the country, our specialist team has a combined over 100+ years' experience in this market. Please call Patrick Gray at Carrington West on (phone number removed) for more information.

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