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Project Manager
Job Posted: 14 hours ago
Salary: £ 70,000 - 75,000 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Cambridge, Cambridgeshire
Expire in: a month
Job Description
The Role:
A respected civil engineering contractor is seeking a skilled Project Manager to lead the delivery of infrastructure schemes across the Cambridge and Peterborough region. The Project Manager will be responsible for the end-to-end management of multiple projects, with a strong focus on highways, flood defence, environment agency and water infrastructure.
This is an exciting opportunity for a Project Manager who thrives in a fast-paced, collaborative environment and wants to play a key role in delivering essential public infrastructure. The successful Project Manager will oversee all phases of project execution, from pre-construction through to completion, ensuring compliance with safety, quality, and commercial targets.
Key Responsibilities:
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Lead the planning and delivery of civil engineering projects, acting as the primary Project Manager on site
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Manage internal site teams and subcontractors to ensure efficient delivery and workforce coordination
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Develop and implement construction phase plans, RAMS, and project-specific management documentation
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Monitor costs, track budgets, and support commercial functions to ensure financial targets are met
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Lead project programming, identifying and mitigating risks proactively
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Maintain strong relationships with clients, consultants, and delivery partners throughout the project lifecycle
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Provide leadership and mentoring to junior staff and engineers
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Ensure all site activities align with health, safety, environmental, and quality standards
Candidate Requirements:
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Demonstrable experience working as a Project Manager in the civil engineering or infrastructure sector
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Strong background in delivering highways, flood defence, or water-related projects
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Proficient in contract management (preferably NEC) and project controls
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Effective communication and leadership skills, with the ability to manage multiple stakeholders
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SMSTS and CSCS (essential)
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Relevant qualifications such as HND, HNC or a degree in Civil Engineering or Construction Management
Benefits:
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Company car or car allowance
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Enhanced pension scheme
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Life assurance (4x salary)
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25 days annual leave plus bank holidays (with option to purchase additional days)
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Access to employee wellbeing platform and rewards portal
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Ongoing professional development and structured training
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