Civil Engineering Project Manager

Founded in 1975, Luddon Construction Ltd has steadily expanded and diversified to become one of the leading privately owned construction companies in the UK employing over 500 people.

Encompassing Civil Engineering, Building, Surfacing, Drainage and Small Works capabilities we are ideally placed to apply our extensive experience to meet the challenges of demanding markets and provide integrated and innovative solutions to our clients.

We are currently recruiting suitably qualified, competent and experienced Civil Engineering Project Managers to work across various sectors of Civil Engineering and in particular exciting opportunities in the Water Sector . With contract works throughout Lancashire & Cumbria this presents an opportunity to join one of the UK’s leading multi discipline Civil Engineering and Building Contractors in our Northern England division.

An excellent salary and full benefits remuneration package will be available to the successful candidate, together with the all-important long-term opportunities to develop and progress your career further within the Luddon Team.

This is an exciting opportunity for a motivated and driven individual to take ownership of project delivery, ensuring works are completed safely, on programme, within budget and to the highest quality standards.

Job Purpose

In this role, you will be responsible for managing site teams, coordinating resources, controlling costs and programmes, and ensuring compliance with company policies and procedures. You will also play a key role in maintaining strong client relationships and supporting the successful delivery of civil engineering projects across our Civil Engineering Division.

Key Responsibilities & Accountabilities

• Direct labour, plant, staff and equipment to ensure projects are completed on time, to specification and within budget
• Manage and monitor project programmes, progress and resources
• Carry out site visits to ensure works are delivered in accordance with the Company Health, Safety and Environmental Plan
• Assess the scope of works, risks and requirements prior to commencement
• Build and maintain effective relationships with clients and stakeholders, supporting repeat and new business opportunities
• Ensure company policies, procedures and standards are implemented effectively across all project works
• Represent the company at pre-start, progress, commercial and final account meetings
• Manage procurement and ordering of materials and plant
• Provide leadership and technical support to Site Engineers and site teams
• Ensure quality control of works in line with drawings and specifications
• Attend internal meetings including project handover, progress and cost reviews
• Health & Safety Responsibilities:
• Ensure compliance with all relevant health, safety and environmental legislation and the Company’s HSE Management Systems
• Plan, implement and monitor safe systems of work, ensuring RAMS are in place, briefed and followed
• Promote a positive health, safety and environmental culture across site teams and subcontractors
• Ensure personnel, plant and equipment are competent, authorised and fit for purpose
• Monitor site activities through inspections and audits and investigate incidents as required
• Intervene and stop work where unsafe practices or conditions are identified

Person Specification

Qualifications

• HNC/D in Civil Engineering, Construction Management or related discipline
• Minimum 3–5 years’ experience in a civil engineering project or site management role
• Experience in large-scale cut & fill works and precast/in-situ concrete
• Strong leadership, communication and organisational skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)
• Ability to set out civil engineering sites
• Degree (BSc/Hons) in Civil Engineering, Construction Management or similar
• Background progressing from a Site Engineer role

We are looking for an individual with a positive attitude and strong work ethic who is proactive, detail-focused and capable of building strong working relationships with both internal teams and clients. You will be joining a company committed to high-quality civil engineering delivery and the ongoing development of its people.

Luddon Construction Limited
Registered in Scotland: SC

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