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Project Manager / Civils Project Manager (Groundworks & Infrastructure) Location: Head Office Bletchley Sites within a 100-mile radius (outside the M25) Salary: £45,000 £65,000 per annum + benefits Job Type: Permanent, Full-Time The Role We are recruiting for an experienced Project Manager / Civils Project Manager to deliver a diverse portfolio of groundworks and civil engineering projects across the region. This is a permanent opportunity with a well-established civil engineering contractor delivering highways, drainage, utilities and infrastructure schemes typically valued between £800k and £5.6m. As Project Manager, you will take full responsibility for safety, quality, programme and commercial performance, managing multiple live sites and leading site teams from pre-start through to handover. Responsibilities Manage groundworks and civils projects including highways, drainage, S278/S38 works, utilities and earthworks Oversee site teams, subcontractors, plant, materials and temporary works Ensure all works are delivered safely in line with H&S and environmental legislation Manage programmes, budgets and cost control to maximise project margins Lead client liaison and coordinate with local authorities and utility providers Prepare and manage CPPs, RAMS, risk assessments and method statements Monitor quality, progress and reporting across multiple sites Ensure contractual compliance (JCT / NEC experience beneficial) Requirements Proven experience as a Project Manager in groundworks and civil engineering Strong background in highways, drainage, utilities and infrastructure projects SMSTS and CSCS Managers Card (essential) Excellent leadership, communication and organisational skills Ability to manage multiple projects and work to tight deadlines Strong commercial and problem-solving mindset Why Join? Long-term, secure permanent role with a strong pipeline of civils projects Exposure to varied and technically challenging groundworks schemes Supportive management structure with real autonomy Competitive salary £45k £65k + benefits Opportunity to grow your career within a respected civil engineering business How to Apply Apply now for this Project Manager / Civils Project Manager role based from Bletchley, covering sites within a 100-mile radius. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced civils professional looking for stability, progression and high-quality projects.