Highways Project Manager

Project Manager - Highways
Are you an experienced Project Manager looking to take ownership of a major highways scheme with long-term secured work, strong earning potential and lodging support?
About the role
My client, a leading civil engineering contractor, is delivering a major package of works on a nationally significant highways scheme in Penrith. They are now looking for a Project Manager to lead the successful delivery of the project, taking responsibility for programme, commercial performance, site teams, client relationships and overall project outcomes.
As Project Manager, you will be joining a business with a strong pipeline of infrastructure work and a reputation for delivering complex civil engineering projects across the UK. This is a permanent opportunity suited to someone who is confident leading highways or major civils schemes and wants to play a key role on a flagship project.
What you will be doing
You will be leading the delivery of a major highways project from site, ensuring works are completed safely, on programme and to the required quality standards.
You will be managing site teams, subcontractors and supply chain partners, making sure resources are planned effectively and works are delivered efficiently.
You will be working closely with the client, senior management and commercial teams, providing clear updates on progress, risks, programme and cost.
You will be overseeing project planning, reporting, health and safety, quality assurance and environmental compliance.
You will be supporting the commercial management of the scheme, including NEC contract administration, change control and cost forecasting.
You will be promoting a positive site culture, ensuring teams are clear on expectations and supported to deliver high standards.
What you will need
To be considered for this Project Manager role, you will need:
Proven experience managing highways or major civil engineering projects.
Strong knowledge of NEC contracts.
Experience leading site delivery teams and managing subcontractors.
A strong understanding of health and safety, programme management and client liaison.
SMSTS and relevant site qualifications.
A proactive, organised and commercially aware approach to project delivery.
Salary and benefits
The salary is up to £75,000, dependent on experience, with lodging provided for the right candidate.
This is a permanent position based in Penrith, offering long-term secured work on a major highways scheme.
Career progression and development
This Project Manager opportunity offers the chance to take ownership of a high-profile infrastructure project, work with an established contractor and progress within a business delivering major highways works across the UK.
Apply now
Please apply with your CV or contact Jordan Townley at Carrington West for a confidential discussion.
FOOTNOTE:
If you feel that you are right for this role technically, but the salary, location or seniority does not suit you specifically then please still feel free to send us your CV. We constantly recruit for roles very similar to this one at all levels UK Wide. We are always keen to chat with you discreetly about your employment situation.
Even if you are happy in your current role for now, we always welcome calls from Highways professionals keen to make their introductions for future months or years. Carrington West''s Highways, Transport & Infrastructure division is the fastest growing in the country, our specialist team has a combined over 100+ years'' experience in this market. Please call Jordan Townley at Carrington West on (phone number removed) or email (url removed) for more information.
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