Full time

Civil Engineering Project Manager – Contract

Pertemps Cardiff Commercial

Spondon, Derby, DE21 7NQ

£350 - £450 per day

Posted: 21 August 2026 (Today)

Closing date: 20 September 2026

Ref: 60717675

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About the Role

A Civil Engineering Project Manager – Contract is required in Spondon to oversee three schemes worth roughly £1 million, including a warehouse conversion, car park development, and new welfare building. This full-time role offers £350–£450 per day on a three-month rolling contract, potentially extending to 2027. Working Wednesday to Friday, you will guide projects from planning and design through to completion, resolving technical issues and delivering practical solutions. Strong command of civil project delivery, from inception to handover, is essential, alongside the ability to manage contractors and stakeholders effectively. This position suits a seasoned professional seeking a long-term, part-week engagement.

Civil Contractor / Civil Project Consultant
Location: Spondon
Contract: 3-month rolling contract, with potential to run through to the end of 2027
Day Rate: £350–£450 per day
Hours: Monday to Wednesday, 3 days per week
About the Role
We are looking for an experienced Civil Contractor / Civil Project Consultant to support the delivery of three major projects with a combined value of approximately £1 million.
The projects include warehouse conversion works, car park development and a new welfare building. The successful candidate will have strong experience managing civil projects from the initial planning and design stages through to completion, with the ability to develop practical solutions and overcome technical challenges throughout the project lifecycle.
Key Responsibilities

Manage civil projects from initial concept and planning through to completion
Support and manage planning permission and associated applications
Develop and review design solutions, drawings and technical specifications
Identify issues and develop practical engineering solutions to overcome challenges
Manage tenders, contractor selection and procurement
Coordinate utilities, including water, drainage, electrical and other site services
Liaise with architects, engineers, contractors, consultants and other stakeholders
Review contractor proposals, quotations and technical submissions
Monitor project costs, timescales and quality
Ensure works comply with relevant planning, building and health & safety requirements
Coordinate site activities and ensure projects progress in line with agreed programmes
Provide technical input and guidance throughout the project lifecycle
Monitor and resolve design, construction and site issues
Support handover and completion of projects

About You
We are looking for someone with a strong background in civil engineering/construction project delivery, who is comfortable taking ownership of projects and working across both the technical and commercial aspects.
You'll ideally have experience with: