Civil Engineering Project Manager – Cardiff
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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
- Manage civil engineering projects from pre-construction through to completion
- Take full responsibility for programme, budget, quality, and health & safety
- Oversee site teams including Engineers, Supervisors, and Subcontractors
- Coordinate with clients, consultants, and internal stakeholders
- Manage temporary works including cofferdams and complex groundwork solutions
- Ensure works are delivered in line with CDM regulations and company procedures
- Monitor progress, resolve technical issues, and drive projects to successful delivery
Essential Experience & Skills
- Proven experience as a Project Manager within civil engineering
Strong Background In
- Cofferdams
- Industrial civil engineering projects
- Heavy plant foundations
- Experience managing groundworks and structural civils packages
- Excellent knowledge of construction methodology, sequencing, and temporary works
- Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills
- Ability to manage multiple stakeholders and tight programmes
Qualifications
- Degree or HNC/HND in Civil Engineering or Construction Management (or equivalent)
- SMSTS
- CSCS (Black or Gold Card preferred)
- First Aid (desirable)
Location & Travel
Projects are primarily based in and around Cardiff. Preference for candidates local to the Cardiff / South Wales area.
What’s on Offer
- Competitive salary package
- Long-term, secure workload with a reputable contractor
- Opportunity to work on complex, high-value civil engineering projects
- Supportive and professional working environment
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