Project Manager – Highways and Bridge Structures

Permanent On-site Construction

Project Manager – Highways and Bridge Structures

The Opportunity

An established civil engineering contractor has appointed us to recruit an experienced Project Manager for a long-term programme of highways and structural improvement works across London and the South East.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a respected infrastructure business delivering essential improvements to one of the UK’s busiest strategic road networks.

The position will involve managing smaller construction projects while also supporting the delivery of larger and more complex schemes. Due to the geographical coverage of the programme, applicants must be comfortable travelling between sites throughout London and the surrounding Home Counties.

Some projects will require planned night and weekend working, so flexibility is essential.

Typical Projects

The programme includes a varied portfolio of highways and bridge-related works, such as:

Concrete and structural repairs
Bridge bearing replacements
Expansion joint replacements
Bridge deck waterproofing and resurfacing
Painting and corrosion-protection works
Ground stabilisation and earthworks
General highways and structures improvement schemes

If you are an experienced Project Manager with a strong background in highways, bridge structures or civil engineering infrastructure, please get in touch.

Key Responsibilities

• check_circle Managing projects from pre-construction through to completion and handover
• check_circle Leading site teams, subcontractors and supply-chain partners
• check_circle Developing and managing construction programmes
• check_circle Monitoring project performance, costs, risks and resources
• check_circle Ensuring compliance with health, safety, environmental and quality requirements
• check_circle Maintaining effective communication with clients and key stakeholders
• check_circle Identifying potential delivery issues and implementing practical solutions
• check_circle Promoting collaborative working and continuous improvement
• check_circle Ensuring projects are completed safely, on time, within budget and to the required standard

About You

• check_circle Experience working for a Tier 1 or Tier 2 civil engineering contractor
• check_circle A strong track record of managing bridge structures or a portfolio of highways projects
• check_circle Significant highways construction experience involving roads, bridges or associated structures
• check_circle Strong knowledge of NEC and/or ICE contract conditions
• check_circle Experience managing construction programmes, budgets, resources and subcontractors
• check_circle The ability to lead multidisciplinary teams and maintain a collaborative working environment
• check_circle Excellent communication, stakeholder-management and problem-solving skills
• check_circle A professional, adaptable and safety-focused approach
• check_circle Applicants should ideally hold:
• check_circle A degree or equivalent qualification in Civil Engineering, Construction Management or a related discipline
• check_circle A valid SMSTS certificate
• check_circle A valid CSCS card
• check_circle Knowledge of Lean or Six Sigma methodologies would be advantageous but is not essential

What's On Offer

• check_circle Company car or car allowance
• check_circle Private healthcare & Life Assurance
• check_circle Pension
• check_circle 25 days’ annual leave plus bank holidays
• check_circle Enhanced family-friendly benefits
• check_circle Flexible or hybrid working where operationally possible
• check_circle Ongoing professional development and career progression