Lead Civil Project Manager – Flood Defence Scheme

Company: Vincera Consulting Ltd
Apply for the Lead Civil Project Manager – Flood Defence Scheme
Location: East Midlands
Job Description:

Our client isa well-established and highly respected civil engineering contractor, delivering complex infrastructure and specialist civils packages nationwide.

Due to their involvement in the Derby Flood Wall / Flood Defence Scheme, they are now looking to appoint an experienced Project Manager to take full control of their package of works and support the successful delivery of this critical infrastructure project.

This role will be instrumental in pushing the project forward on programme, managing teams and sub-contractors, liaising with key stakeholders and ensuring the highest standards of safety, quality and commercial control are maintained at all times.

Role Overview

As Project Manager, you will be responsible for end-to-end management of thescope of works on the Derby Flood Wall scheme.

You will act as the key point of contact on the ground, managing the site team, sub-contractors and liaising with the client, main contractor and local stakeholders.

This is a hands-on, site-focused role requiring strong leadership, technical understanding of civil engineering works and excellent planning and coordination ability.

Key Responsibilities

Take full responsibility for management of works on the Derby Flood Wall Project

Manage site teams, supervisors, engineers and sub-contractors

Produce and manage programmes, short-term lookaheads and daily planning

Ensure works are delivered safely, on time and to the highest quality standards

Manage RAMS, permits and all HSEQ documentation

Liaise closely with the client, main contractor, consultants and stakeholders

Coordinate materials, plant and labour requirements

Monitor and report on progress, risk and programme

Ensure all works meet environmental and regulatory compliance

Support commercial functions including variations and change control

Attend site and progress meetings and represent the companyprofessionally

Key Experience & Requirements

Proven experience as a Project Manager / Site Agent / Contracts Manager within civil engineeringExperience delivering civil engineering, highways, infrastructure or heavy civils projectsStrong technical knowledge of:

  • Temporary works

Drainage

  • Reinforced structures

SMSTS (essential)CSCS Black or Gold (essential/preferred)Temporary Works Coordinator / Supervisor (advantageous)Strong planning and organisational skillsExperience working to NEC4 or similar contractsExcellent leadership and communication abilityFull UK driving licence

Experience working in environmentally sensitive environments is highly desirable.

Whats on Offer

Competitive salary + package

Long-term, stable opportunity

Work on a high-profile, essential infrastructure scheme

Opportunity to work with a respected and growing civil engineering specialist

Career progression and development opportunities

#J-18808-Ljbffr…

Posted: October 8th, 2026