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Project Manager
Job Posted: 3 hours ago
Salary: £ 60,000 - 70,000 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Cambridge, Cambridgeshire
Expire in: a month
Job Description
Project Manager – Waterways / Heavy Civils
📍 Location: Cambridge / Peterborough (must be based locally to effectively cover project sites)
💼 Sector: Civil Engineering – Waterways / Water Infrastructure / Heavy Civils
💷 Salary: £60,000 – £70,000 (dependent on experience) + car allowance, pension, and comprehensive benefits package
Shape the Future of Waterways Infrastructure with a Leading Civil Engineering Contractor
Are you a results-driven Project Manager with a passion for delivering challenging civil engineering projects in the water and heavy civils sector? Do you have the leadership skills to guide multi-disciplinary teams and the technical insight to manage complex infrastructure builds?
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a skilled Project Manager to join a growing civil engineering business with a strong presence across the East of England. This role will see you lead major waterways and heavy civil engineering projects, with a focus on quality, safety, and sustainability.
This is a permanent, full-time role based across the Cambridge and Peterborough corridor, so local knowledge and proximity are essential.
Key Responsibilities:
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Lead and manage the successful delivery of complex civil engineering projects in the water and heavy civils space, from inception to handover.
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Oversee on-site operations, ensuring works are delivered on time, within budget, and in compliance with health & safety regulations.
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Coordinate internal resources and subcontractors, fostering a collaborative and high-performing site team.
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Maintain strong communication with stakeholders including designers, suppliers, and the commercial team.
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Proactively manage project risks, change management, quality assurance, and financial reporting.
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Champion a culture of health, safety, and environmental responsibility on site.
What We’re Looking For:
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Proven experience as a Project Manager in the civil engineering sector, ideally with a focus on water infrastructure, heavy civils, or environmental/waterways works.
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Strong understanding of construction methods, contracts (NEC preferred), and project controls.
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Exceptional leadership, organisational, and communication skills.
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Commercial awareness and experience managing budgets and programme targets.
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Relevant industry qualifications – ideally HNC/HND or degree in Civil Engineering or Construction Management.
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Full UK driving licence – travel to multiple local sites will be required.
What’s on Offer:
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Competitive base salary of £60,000 – £70,000, depending on experience.
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Company car or car allowance.
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Pension contribution scheme and private healthcare options.
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25 days holiday plus bank holidays.
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Opportunity to work on industry-leading projects with a forward-thinking and reputable contractor.
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Genuine long-term career progression within a growing business.
Ready to Lead with Purpose?
If you're a highly motivated Project Manager with the experience and energy to take on significant civil engineering challenges, we want to hear from you. Join a business where your ideas are valued, your efforts are recognised, and your career can thrive.
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