Project Engineer/Project Manager - Public Works
Project Engineer/Project Manager – Public Works
An exciting opportunity is available for an experienced Project Engineer or Project Manager to deliver a range of public works and civil engineering projects. The successful candidate will oversee projects from initial planning and design through to procurement, construction, completion and handover, ensuring that work is delivered safely, efficiently and to the required standards.
Working with internal teams, consultants, contractors, utility providers and other stakeholders, you will provide strong technical and project management leadership. You will be responsible for coordinating resources, monitoring progress and ensuring that projects meet agreed timescales, budgets, quality requirements and legislative obligations.
Key responsibilities
- Manage the delivery of public works, infrastructure and civil engineering projects from concept to completion.
- Prepare project briefs, scopes, budgets, programmes, reports and procurement documentation.
- Coordinate design development, technical approvals, construction activities and project handover.
- Administer contracts and monitor contractor performance, costs, risks, quality and progress.
- Arrange site inspections, resolve technical issues and ensure compliance with health and safety requirements.
- Work collaboratively with stakeholders, providing clear updates and professional advice throughout the project lifecycle.
- Maintain accurate project records and contribute to continuous improvement across project delivery processes.
About you
You will be a qualified civil engineer or construction professional with proven experience delivering public works, infrastructure or related capital projects. Experience in project management, contract administration and working with consultants and contractors is essential. Knowledge of relevant UK legislation, industry standards, procurement procedures and health and safety requirements would be highly advantageous.
You should be organised, commercially aware and confident managing competing priorities. Strong communication and negotiation skills are essential, together with the ability to interpret technical information, make sound decisions and build effective working relationships. A relevant degree or professional qualification, such as a degree in civil engineering or membership of an appropriate professional body, is desirable.
This role offers the opportunity to contribute to high-quality projects that provide lasting benefits for local communities and the wider public.
Project Engineer/Project Manager - Public Works
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