Sheffield | Civil Engineering and Rail Infrastructure

Elevation Recruitment Group are recruiting for a Project Manager to work for a civil engineering and infrastructure contractor based in Sheffield, delivering a range of rail and infrastructure projects across the region.

This is an opportunity for an experienced Project Manager to take responsibility for multiple schemes, managing site teams, coordinating programmes of work and maintaining strong client relationships. The role will involve a combination of project planning, commercial management and regular site visits, with a focus on delivering projects safely, efficiently and to the required standards.

As the Project Manager you will:

• Manage multiple rail and civil engineering projects, including planned maintenance, reactive works and small scheme projects.
• Coordinate and manage site teams, ensuring work is delivered safely, on programme and in line with quality standards and client requirements.
• Develop and maintain strong client relationships, attending progress meetings and monitoring project performance against agreed KPIs.
• Oversee project planning, including site scoping, resource allocation, access arrangements and coordination of work programmes.
• Work closely with the commercial team to review estimates, monitor costs, manage variations and support final account submissions.
• Ensure project documentation, health and safety plans, quality procedures and environmental requirements are maintained throughout delivery.
• Monitor project progress, identify potential risks and implement solutions to keep works on track.

To be considered for the role you will need:

• Experience managing civil engineering construction projects, ideally within the rail or railway infrastructure sector.
• A good understanding of railway infrastructure, with previous experience delivering projects for rail clients desirable.
• Demonstrable experience managing site teams and coordinating multiple projects or work packages.
• Commercial awareness, including cost monitoring and experience working with NEC contracts.
• Strong programme management and planning skills, with an understanding of project risks, access requirements and delivery timescales.
• Excellent communication and client management skills, with the ability to build and maintain effective working relationships.

Please get in touch for more detail on this opportunity or apply.