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Project Manager

Job Posted: an hour ago

Salary: £ 58,000 - 62,000 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Maidstone

Expire in: a month

Job Description

About the company:
   
 Our client is a well-established specialist contractor operating across the civil engineering and infrastructure sectors, delivering complex projects throughout the UK. They provide a range of technical construction and engineering solutions, supporting the maintenance, refurbishment and enhancement of critical infrastructure across both public and private sector environments.
   
 The business has built a strong reputation for delivering technically challenging projects safely and efficiently, combining in-house expertise with a collaborative approach to project delivery. Their capabilities span structural refurbishment, infrastructure maintenance, specialist engineering and multidisciplinary construction services, working across sectors including highways, transportation, utilities, industrial and marine environments.
   
 With a long-standing presence in the market and a healthy pipeline of secured work, they continue to invest in their people, innovation and sustainable delivery methods. The company prides itself on developing long-term client relationships and fostering a supportive, team-oriented culture where technical excellence, quality and safety remain at the forefront of every project.

 About the opportunity:

 Our client is looking for an experienced Project Manager with a strong general civils background to join their team in Kent.
   
 This is a hands-on Project Management role suited to someone who understands civils from the ground up, enjoys being involved in the detail and is confident managing projects from start to finish. Professionals who have progressed from a trade, engineering or site-based background into Project Management are particularly encouraged to apply.
   
 You will manage the day-to-day delivery of multiple civil engineering projects, taking responsibility for programme, site teams, subcontractors, Health & Safety, client liaison and overall project delivery.
   
 The work is varied, with projects predominantly across Kent, London, Surrey and Essex. The successful candidate must be comfortable managing multiple projects, solving problems and getting stuck in wherever required.
   
 The role is predominantly office-based, with regular site visits and client meetings.

 A strong background in general civil engineering is essential, with experience across areas such as:
  
Drainage & highways 
Structures & bridges 
Concrete works 
Culvert repairs 
River wall repairs 
General civils & infrastructure 
Temporary works  This is an ideal opportunity for a practical, experienced civils professional who has worked their way up through the industry and wants genuine ownership of projects.
   
 About the requirements:
   
 To be considered for this opportunity, you should have around 10 years’ experience within the civil engineering industry, with a proven track record of managing projects and site teams.

 You will need a strong understanding of day-to-day project delivery, including the preparation of Method Statements and RAMS, alongside excellent communication and client-facing skills. Strong Health & Safety knowledge is essential, as is a valid Temporary Works Coordinator (TWC) qualification and full UK driving licence.
   
 As the role is predominantly office-based, you must be located within a commutable distance of the company’s office near Maidstone, Kent.
   
 About the benefits and rewards:

 For this permanent opportunity, the salary has been left negotiable as the specifics will depend on previous experience and suitability however, successful professionals could expect to target a basic salary anywhere from £58,000 - £62,000.
   
 In addition to this, a benefits package will be available which includes a company van or car allowance (£5,000), 23 days annual leave plus bank holidays and enrolment on to the company pension scheme.
   
 Lastly, this role is offering an element of hybrid working (1 day working from home).
   
 How to apply: 

 If interested in this opportunity, please send a copy of your CV to me or call the main office to discuss further on a confidential basis

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