Project Manager

Project Manager Pontypridd and sites around South Wales Permanent salary + benefits package An excellent opportunity has arisen for an experienced Project Manager to join an established civil engineering and groundworks contractor based in Pontypridd. The company delivers a range of civil engineering, groundworks and infrastructure projects for local authority clients across South Wales, and is looking for a Project Manager who can take responsibility for projects from pre-construction through to successful completion. This is a hands-on role suited to a commercially aware Project Manager who enjoys being involved in the detail of project delivery, while also having the opportunity to contribute to pre-construction, planning, programming and client management. Responsibilities * Take overall responsibility for the successful delivery of civils and groundworks projects from pre-construction through to completion. * Work closely with clients, local authorities, consultants, subcontractors and internal teams to ensure projects are delivered to the required standards. * Become involved in projects during the pre-construction and tender stages, supporting planning, methodology, buildability and resource requirements. * Develop, manage and update detailed project programmes, ensuring key milestones and delivery dates are achieved. * Monitor project progress against programme, identifying potential delays and implementing appropriate mitigation measures. * Prepare regular project reports, progress reports and client updates, ensuring management and stakeholders have clear visibility of project performance. * Manage project resources, site teams, subcontractors, plant and materials to ensure efficient delivery. * Provide leadership and support to Site Managers, Engineers and wider project teams. * Monitor project costs, budgets, variations and commercial performance in conjunction with the commercial team. * Identify and manage project risks, ensuring appropriate mitigation measures are implemented. * Attend and lead project meetings with clients and stakeholders. * Manage changes, variations and client instructions throughout the project lifecycle. * Review design information, specifications and construction methodologies, identifying potential issues before works commence. Key Requirements Essential * Proven experience as a Project Manager within civil engineering, groundworks or infrastructure. * Experience delivering projects for local authorities, public sector clients or similar organisations. * Strong understanding of civil engineering and groundworks construction. * Experience developing and managing construction programmes. * Strong report writing and project documentation skills. * Ability to manage multiple stakeholders and communicate effectively with clients. * Commercial awareness and an understanding of project costs, variations and financial performance. * Strong organisational and problem-solving skills. * Ability to lead and motivate site-based teams. * Full UK driving licence. Desirable * HNC/HND or Degree in Civil Engineering, Construction or a related discipline. * SMSTS or equivalent and CSCS qualification. * Experience working under NEC, JCT or local authority contracts. * Experience with highways, drainage, infrastructure or public realm projects. * Experience contributing to pre-construction, tenders and project methodologies. * Experience using planning/programming software. If you’re interested, please don’t hesitate to get in touch