Project Manager (JA0009) Reading, England

Our client delivers commercial projects up to £50m, covering groundworks, reinforced concrete structures and basement construction. They are a respected contractor with a strong reputation, robust order book and a commitment to quality and safety.

The successful candidate will have a strong civil engineering background and proven experience managing drainage, external works packages on medium to large-scale projects.

Main Responsibilities: 

  • Manage groundworks operations including external works, drainage, block paving
  • Coordinate site teams, subcontractors, and suppliers
  • Review and interpret drawings, specifications, and programmes
  • Ensure compliance with H&S, environmental, and quality standards
  • Monitor progress, manage budgets, and produce site reports
  • Liaise with clients, consultants, and internal teams
  • Support setting out and QA processes
  • Reporting to Contract Manager
  • Assist with the producing and updating of programmes with planning team
  • Ensure project is delivered on time, to budget, and with quality assured

 Experience: 

  • Degree or HNC/HND in Civil Engineering or Construction Management (not essential)
  • Previous experience on groundworks / external works projects
  • Strong technical knowledge of civil works
  • CSCS (Black or White card), SMSTS, and First Aid
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Project and site reporting tools

Please contact John Ashcroft on 07867450022 for more information (all discussions are confidential)