Key Responsibilities & Operational Scope

• Contribute to the achievement of Laing O'Rourke's safety objectives, promoting a zero-tolerance culture towards unsafe working practices and incidents.
• Deliver allocated project sections to the client on time, within budget, in line with Quality Assurance standards, and to the highest safety standards.
• Collaborate with the planning team to develop detailed, accurate, and achievable short-term programmes of work.
• Assess and support the capability, performance, and development of project team members.
• Manage the budget, resources, and delivery of designated project sections to ensure successful outcomes.
• Provide accurate and timely reporting on progress against programme and project milestones.
• Drive the adoption of innovative solutions and best practices from across the business and workforce.
• Plan and coordinate daily resource requirements, ensuring clear communication with the construction team.
• Work closely with Construction Managers and Section Managers to promote best practice, effective collaboration, and optimal resource utilisation.
• Monitor changes affecting work plans and assess, communicate, and mitigate their impact on programme delivery.

Candidate Profile & Required Qualifications

• Degree, HNC, HND or equivalent in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Structural engineering
• OR appropriate trade experience
• Proven experience delivering civils projects as a Project Manager / Senior Project Manager
• Tier 1 main contracting experience
• HSE management – responsibilities, systems and processes, communicating and enthusing others
• Project Delivery – scope, timescales, cost and client needs
• Project handover – driving standards, deadlines, problem solving and resource planning
• Quality management – processed and standards, technical requirements and monitoring

What We Offer (Total Rewards & Benefits)

• Competitive Financial Package: Market-benchmarked salary or hourly rate, structured annual performance appraisals, and clear promotional pathways.
• Pension & Healthcare: Enhanced contributory company pension, life assurance cover, and private health cover options.
• Work-Life Balance: Generous annual holiday entitlement plus bank holidays, additional purchased leave schemes, and 24/7 confidential employee support (EAP).
• Learning & Professional Growth: Support for chartership (ICE, IMechE, IET, CIOB, RICS), trade licenses, NVQs, and accredited technical training.
• Employee Perks: Discounts with leading UK high-street brands, cycle-to-work initiative, and active diversity and inclusion networks.

Core Competencies & Key Technical Focus