Project Manager
Project Manager – AMP8 Projects (West Midlands / Coventry)
Location: Coventry / West Midlands (site-based across AMP8 projects)
Employment Type: Contract or Permanent (flexible)
Sector: Major Infrastructure / Civil Engineering
About the Role
Our client, a leading Tier 1 construction contractor, is seeking an experienced Project Manager to lead delivery across AMP8 infrastructure projects in the West Midlands.
This is a key leadership role, responsible for overseeing project execution from pre-construction through to completion. The successful candidate will manage multidisciplinary teams, ensuring projects are delivered safely, on time, within budget, and in line with contractual obligations.
Key Responsibilities
Lead the end-to-end delivery of civil engineering and infrastructure projects
Manage project teams including engineering, planning, and commercial functions
Develop and oversee project programmes (Primavera P6 awareness beneficial)
Ensure projects are delivered in line with NEC4 contract requirements
Monitor progress, costs, risks, and performance against programme
Drive health, safety, environmental, and quality standards on site
Lead stakeholder engagement, including clients, subcontractors, and regulators
Support tendering and pre-construction activities where required
Provide regular reporting to senior leadership and client teams
Identify and mitigate risks while driving continuous improvement Key Requirements
Proven experience as a Project Manager within civil engineering or major infrastructure
Strong understanding of project delivery lifecycle (pre-construction to handover)
Experience working under NEC4 contracts
Background in water, utilities, or AMP frameworks highly desirable
Ability to manage multidisciplinary teams in a site-based environment
Commercial awareness and cost control experience
Familiarity with project planning tools (Primavera P6 beneficial)
Degree qualified (or equivalent experience) in a relevant discipline
Full UK driving licence (desirable)
Willingness to be site-based 5 days per week across West Midlands projects