Project Manager – Water & Civils

Company: Joseph Gallagher Limited
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Location: Leicester
Job Description:

Overview

Location: Site based – Wanlip, Leicester

The information below covers the role requirements, expected candidate experience, and accompanying qualifications.

Shift Pattern: Monday – Fridays (days)

CIS

Joseph Gallagher is the leading UK based Civil Engineering & Tunnelling sub-contractor, growing significantly in the last 40+ years into an international business. We have an award-winning reputation, industry leading safety culture and have had the privilege to be a part of some of the most critical infrastructure projects taking place today.

Key Accountabilities

  • Ensure the site is run in a safe and efficient manner that reflects the high standards that Joseph Gallagher Ltd are renowned for.
  • Ensure the commercial performance of the contract is maximized
  • Produce procurement schedules and liaise with the procurement department to ensure sites have adequate resources to complete the tasks
  • Continually forecasting, keeping the team informed of forecasts and changes and managing the scope meticulously, so knowing the costs for unplanned construction work or resources and keeping that set-aside.
  • Reporting Risk and Opportunities to the senior management team.
  • Deliver the work to the specified quality without defects. Ensure production and implementation of Project Plans, RAMS, ITPs and waste management plans, in line with Company procedures
  • Ensure detailed site diaries/records are completed. Maintain commercial tension to drive out cost and challenge the status quo

Job Skills, Experience and Qualifications

  • A broad civil background would be an advantage – Specifically sheet piling and construction of RC chambers
  • Proficient in NEC4 contracts – Option A.
  • Experienced in Design Management Programme & Risk Management, Production of CVR, incl cost control, forecasting and value assessment
  • Degree/HNC in Civil Engineering, or equivalent
  • SMSTS
  • Ability to challenge designs and resolve problems to conclusion
  • Ability to manage and deliver a successful project with minimal guidance. xwzovoh
  • Degree qualified as a minimum.

Posted: April 1st, 2026