Civils Project Manager

  • DARA People
  • Bletchley, Buckinghamshire
  • Jan 25, 2026
Full time Construction

Job Description

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.