Job Description

Project Manager

Location: Theale, Berkshire, South East England

Job Type: Contract (Full-Time, 6 weeks)

Salary: £280 - £300 per day

A leading construction business seeks a Project Manager to oversee a new build steel frame warehouse project currently at the early earthworks and groundworks stage. This role requires hands-on experience managing groundworks and earthworks operations to ensure timely and safe project delivery.

Job Duties

Plan, coordinate and manage all aspects of the earthworks and groundworks phase of the steel frame warehouse project.

Ensure compliance with all health and safety regulations and site-specific safety requirements.

Lead and supervise site teams, subcontractors and suppliers to maintain project schedules and budgets.

Monitor progress through regular site inspections and update project documentation accordingly.

Identify and resolve any issues or risks that may impact the project timeline or quality.

Liaise with clients, consultants and other stakeholders to provide progress reports and address queries.

Ensure all site operations comply with environmental and quality standards.

Maintain accurate records of site activities, materials, and labour utilisation.

Coordinate delivery and storage of materials to optimise workflow and minimise delays.

Required Qualifications

Site Management Safety Training Scheme (SMSTS) certification.

Valid Construction Skills Certification Scheme (CSCS) card.

Current First Aid qualification.

Full, clean driving licence.

Experience

Proven experience managing earthworks and groundworks activities on construction sites.

Previous experience working on steel frame warehouse or industrial building projects is advantageous.

Track record of delivering projects on time and within budget in a similar role.

Knowledge and Skills

Strong understanding of groundworks and earthworks processes and best practises.

Excellent organisational and time management skills.

Effective communication and leadership abilities to manage diverse site teams.

Good knowledge of health and safety legislation relevant to construction sites.

Competency in project documentation, reporting and site record keeping.

Ability to identify risks and implement appropriate mitigation measures.

Working Conditions

Full-time contract position based on-site in Theale, Berkshire.

Primarily outdoor work in varying weather conditions.

Requirement to wear personal protective equipment at all times on site.

Regular site visits, inspections and coordination meetings.

Some flexibility in working hours may be needed to meet project deadlines.

If you are interested in this role, please call Chloe on (phone number removed)