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Project Manager – Leeds

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  • Scotland

Project Manager – Leeds

Are you seeking an exciting opportunity in the dynamic field of civil engineering and highways engineering? Are you passionate about leading successful projects from conception to completion? If so, we have the perfect role for you.

At Carnell we are on the look out for a skilled and results driven Project Manager with extensive experience is civil engineering and highways.

 

Roles and Responsibilities

As a Project Manager at Carnell, you will be responsible for overseeing the successful execution of our civil engineering projects. Your key responsibilities will include:

  • Project Planning: Developing detailed project plans, including scope, schedule, and resource allocation.
  • Team Leadership: Leading and motivating cross functional project teams to achieve project goals efficiently and effectively.
  • Client Communications: Building and maintaining strong relationships with clients, ensuring clear and timely communication throughout the project life cycle.
  • Risk Management: Identifying potential risks and implementing proactive measure to mitigate them.
  • Quality Control: Ensuring that projects meet the highest standards of quality and compliance with relevant regulations.
  • Cost Control: Monitoring project budgets, expenses, and resource allocation,
  • Progress Reporting: Regularly updating stakeholders on project status, milestones, and any necessary adjustments.

 

Who We are Looking For

We believe in diversity and inclusion, and we encourage all qualified candidates to apply.

 

Here are the qualities we are looking for in a Project Manager:

  • Education: HND/HNC or equivalent (Civil Engineering or Similar)
  • Experience: Proven experience of managing large scale projects in Civil/Highways Engineering environment. Previous Highways, civils and drainage experience is essential.
  • Project Management: Strong project management expertise, including planning, scheduling and risk management.
  • Leadership: Excellent leadership abilities
  • Communication: Exception verbal and written communication skills.
  • Problem Solving: Strong analytical and problem solving skills
  • Industry Knowledge: Familiarity with civil engineering practices, regulations and industry best practices.
  • Driving License: Full Clean UK Driving License

 

Why Join Us:

  • Meaningful Impact: Your work will directly contribute to safer, more reliable roads for everyone, improving the daily lives of countless individuals.
  • Growth Opportunities: We value career development and offer training to enhance your skills, enabling you to advance within the company.
  • Team Spirit: Join a supportive and friendly team, at Carnell we have a supportive and inclusive company culture.
  • Competitive Benefits: Enjoy a competitive salary, generous holiday allowance, and other perks.

 

How to Apply:

If you are ready to embark on the next step in your career, we would love to hear from you. 

You can apply via our website www.carnellgroup.co.uk/careers/latest-vacancies to submit your application.

 

For any questions, please contact careers@carnellgroup.co.uk.

 

Carnell are committed to a diverse, inclusive workforce, offering equal opportunity to all. We create an environment where difference is embraced and individuals flourish.

We value passionate, responsive, innovative, trustworthy, and respectful people. These behaviours are embedded across the company, they guide us in all actions both on site and in the office.

We are committed to ensuring the health and wellbeing of all our employees; not only ensuring that everybody goes home safely but also giving all a good work life balance.

 

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About the Role:

As a Site Manager, you will oversee the day-to-day operations, planning, and delivery of highways projects across Scotland. You’ll manage supervisors and site teams working on drainage surveys, trenchless remediation, Filter Drain Recycling), and wider civils activities on the Strategic Road Network.

You’ll ensure that every project under your supervision runs safely, efficiently, on programme and to the required quality standards — while supporting our broader business strategy to grow our presence in Scotland.

This is a hands-on role requiring site presence across Scotland, working days or nights, and occasionally supporting operations in the North of England.

Location:

Scotland (with some support to Northern England when required across Various sites, working away and night shifts required.

Contract: Full-time

Carnell is on a mission to raise the standard of excellence in highways maintenance, working with passion, innovation and an uncompromising commitment to safety. As we continue to grow our footprint across Scotland, we’re looking for a proactive and experienced Site Manager to join our Operations team.

If you’re motivated by delivering high-quality infrastructure, leading teams, and building trusted relationships with clients, this could be the perfect next step in your career.

What You’ll Do:

You will take responsibility for:

Project Delivery & Site Management

  • Overseeing all aspects of on-site delivery including commercial, programme, resources, safety, quality and environmental performance
  • Ensuring compliance with all SHEQ requirements and site rules
  • Coordinating shift start-ups, close-downs and changeovers
  • Supporting the production of Construction Phase Plans, Project Management Plans and other documentation


Leadership & People Management

  • Leading and developing Supervisors and Operatives
  • Delivering pre-start briefings, toolbox talks and training
  • Conducting appraisals and supporting skills development


Client Relationship Management

  • Acting as a key point of contact for clients and stakeholders
  • Attending site visits to support project development and asset assessment
  • Maintaining positive client relationships and identifying new opportunities


Quality & Performance

  • Ensuring work is delivered Right First Time and meets specification
  • Managing project KPIs and deadlines
  • Making quality adjustments and rejecting work outside specification


Resource & Operational Coordination

  • Ensuring adequate staffing levels
  • Managing working hours and authorising exceedances
  • Overseeing plant, vehicles, equipment and operational paperwork


What You’ll Bring:

We’re looking for someone with:

Experience & Knowledge

  • Previous experience in highways contract management
  • Strong understanding of drainage construction and relevant standards (CDM 2015, MCHW, DMRB, CS 551, CD 535)
  • Experience managing teams on high-speed roads
  • Strong grasp of health & safety legislation
  • Good commercial and business strategy awareness


Skills

  • Excellent communication and relationship building skills
  • Strong organisational and leadership skills
  • Ability to work collaboratively with clients, colleagues and supply chain
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Word


Qualifications

  • Degree or equivalent (HND/HNC) in construction or project management
  • SMSTS
  • CSCS (manager level preferred)
  • Full UK driving licence.


What We Offer:

  • Company van
  • IT equipment & mobile phone
  • Generous holiday allowance
  • Pension scheme
  • Group Income Protection
  • Opportunities to grow within a national, forward-thinking business


Ready to Lead the Way?

If you’re passionate about managing safe, high-quality highways projects and want to play a key role in our growing Scottish operations, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply today and help us deliver excellence across Scotland’s strategic road network.

Carnell is committed to a diverse, inclusive workforce, offering equal opportunity to all. We create an environment where difference is embraced and individuals flourish.

We value passionate, responsive, innovative, trustworthy, and respectful people. These behaviours are embedded across the company; they guide us in all actions both on site and in the office.

We are committed to ensuring the health and wellbeing of all our employees; not only ensuring that everybody goes home safely but also giving all a good work life balance.

Carnell is committed to a diverse, inclusive workforce, offering equal opportunity to all. We create an environment where difference is embraced and individuals flourish.

We value passionate, responsive, innovative, trustworthy, and respectful people. These behaviours are embedded across the company, they guide us in all actions both on site and in the office.

We are committed to ensuring the health and wellbeing of all our employees; not only ensuring that everybody goes home safely but also giving all a good work life balance.

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