Project Manager

Project Manager

Location: Theale, Berkshire, South East England

Job Type: Contract (Full-Time, 6 weeks)

Salary: £280 - £300 per day

A leading construction business seeks a Project Manager to oversee a new build steel frame warehouse project currently at the early earthworks and groundworks stage. This role requires hands-on experience managing groundworks and earthworks operations to ensure timely and safe project delivery.

• Plan, coordinate and manage all aspects of the earthworks and groundworks phase of the steel frame warehouse project.
• Ensure compliance with all health and safety regulations and site-specific safety requirements.
• Lead and supervise site teams, subcontractors and suppliers to maintain project schedules and budgets.
• Monitor progress through regular site inspections and update project documentation accordingly.
• Identify and resolve any issues or risks that may impact the project timeline or quality.
• Liaise with clients, consultants and other stakeholders to provide progress reports and address queries.
• Ensure all site operations comply with environmental and quality standards.
• Maintain accurate records of site activities, materials, and labour utilisation.
• Coordinate delivery and storage of materials to optimise workflow and minimise delays.

• Site Management Safety Training Scheme (SMSTS) certification.
• Valid Construction Skills Certification Scheme (CSCS) card.
• Current First Aid qualification.
• Full, clean driving licence.

• Proven experience managing earthworks and groundworks activities on construction sites.
• Previous experience working on steel frame warehouse or industrial building projects is advantageous.
• Track record of delivering projects on time and within budget in a similar role.

• Strong understanding of groundworks and earthworks processes and best practises.
• Excellent organisational and time management skills.
• Effective communication and leadership abilities to manage diverse site teams.
• Good knowledge of health and safety legislation relevant to construction sites.
• Competency in project documentation, reporting and site record keeping.
• Ability to identify risks and implement appropriate mitigation measures.

• Full-time contract position based on-site in Theale, Berkshire.
• Primarily outdoor work in varying weather conditions.
• Requirement to wear personal protective equipment at all times on site.
• Regular site visits, inspections and coordination meetings.
• Some flexibility in working hours may be needed to meet project deadlines.

If you are interested in this role, please call Chloe on (phone number removed)