Civils Project Manager

Civil Engineering Project Manager – Cardiff

Location: Cardiff (and surrounding areas)
Sector: Civil Engineering / Industrial Construction
Job Type: Permanent / Full-Time

Overview

An established and highly respected civil engineering contractor is seeking an experienced Civil Engineering Project Manager to join their team on major projects across South Wales, with a strong focus around Cardiff.

This role is ideally suited to a Project Manager with a solid background in heavy civil engineering, particularly cofferdams, industrial projects, and heavy plant foundations, who is looking to work close to home on technically challenging schemes.

Key Responsibilities

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Manage civil engineering projects from pre-construction through to completion

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Take full responsibility for programme, budget, quality, and health & safety

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Oversee site teams including Engineers, Supervisors, and Subcontractors

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Coordinate with clients, consultants, and internal stakeholders

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Manage temporary works including cofferdams and complex groundwork solutions

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Ensure works are delivered in line with CDM regulations and company procedures

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Monitor progress, resolve technical issues, and drive projects to successful delivery

Essential Experience & Skills

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Proven experience as a Project Manager within civil engineering

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Strong background in:

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Cofferdams

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Industrial civil engineering projects

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Heavy plant foundations

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Experience managing groundworks and structural civils packages

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Excellent knowledge of construction methodology, sequencing, and temporary works

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Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills

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Ability to manage multiple stakeholders and tight programmes

Qualifications

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Degree or HNC/HND in Civil Engineering or Construction Management (or equivalent)

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SMSTS

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CSCS (Black or Gold Card preferred)

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First Aid (desirable)

Location & Travel

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Projects are primarily based in and around Cardiff

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Preference for candidates local to the Cardiff / South Wales area

What’s on Offer

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Competitive salary package

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Long-term, secure workload with a reputable contractor

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Opportunity to work on complex, high-value civil engineering projects

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Supportive and professional working environment