Civil Engineering Contractor - Groundworks & Earthworks

Stockton

£70k base + car

Full time, permanent

About The Company

Our client is an established civil engineering contractor delivering high-quality groundworks and earthworks packages for commercial construction projects. With a strong reputation for reliability, safety, and technical expertise, they work closely with leading developers and main contractors across the region.

Due to continued growth and an expanding project pipeline, they are looking to appoint an experienced Project Manager to oversee multiple groundworks and earthworks packages within our commercial construction portfolio.

The Role

As Project Manager, you will be responsible for planning, coordinating, and delivering civil engineering projects from pre-start through to completion. You will ensure projects are delivered safely, on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards.

You will act as the key liaison between clients, site teams, subcontractors, and senior management, ensuring smooth delivery across all stages of the project lifecycle.

Key Responsibilities

Manage groundworks and earthworks packages on commercial construction projects

Plan and coordinate project programmes, resources, and site activities

Lead site teams including Site Managers, Engineers, and subcontractors

Monitor project progress, costs, and performance against programme and budget

Ensure strict adherence to health, safety, environmental, and quality standards

Maintain strong relationships with clients, consultants, and main contractors

Review drawings, specifications, and technical information to ensure accurate delivery

Manage procurement of materials, plant, and subcontract packages

Identify and manage risks, delays, and variations

Provide regular project reporting to senior management

Requirements

Proven experience as a Project Manager within civil engineering or groundworks

Strong knowledge of earthworks, drainage, foundations, and external works packages

Experience delivering projects on commercial construction developments

Excellent leadership and communication skills

Ability to manage multiple stakeholders and site teams

Strong organisational and problem-solving abilities

Commercial awareness and cost management experience

Relevant qualification in Civil Engineering or Construction Management (HNC/HND/Degree preferred)

Desirable

SMSTS certification

CSCS card

Experience working with major developers or Tier 1 contractors

What They Offer

Competitive salary package

Company vehicle or car allowance

Pension scheme

Opportunities for career progression

Supportive and professional working environment

Ongoing training and development

Please send us your CV and we will call you straight away