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Project Manager - Tunneling

Buckinghamshire

Carrington West

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Hours
Full Time
Posted
3 days ago
Salary
Competitive
Recruiter
Carrington West
Closes
09 Dec 2026
Course
No
Recruiter Type
Direct Employer
Contract Type
Contract

Description

Project Manager - Tunnelling & Civil Engineering

Location: Aylesbury, Buckinghamshire

Sector: Civil Engineering / Tunnelling / Underground Infrastructure

Position: Project Manager

Salary / Rate: Negotiable, dependent on experience

We are currently recruiting for an experienced Project Manager to join a specialist tunnelling and civil engineering contractor delivering underground infrastructure projects in the Aylesbury area.

The successful candidate will be responsible for managing projects from initial planning through to completion, overseeing site teams, subcontractors, programme delivery, commercial performance and health and safety.

This opportunity would suit a Project Manager with a strong background in tunnelling, trenchless construction, shaft construction or heavy civil engineering.

Key Responsibilities

Manage the delivery of tunnelling and associated civil engineering works from mobilisation through to handover.Oversee site teams, engineers, supervisors and subcontractors to ensure works are delivered safely and efficiently.Develop, monitor and manage construction programmes, identifying risks and potential delays.Coordinate tunnelling activities, shaft construction, temporary works and associated groundworks.Manage project budgets, cost reporting, procurement and subcontractor performance.Work closely with the commercial team to manage variations, compensation events and contractual requirements.Ensure compliance with health and safety legislation, company procedures and project-specific requirements.Review and approve RAMS, construction methodologies and temporary works arrangements.Liaise with clients, consultants, designers and other stakeholders throughout the project lifecycle.Monitor quality assurance, inspections and project documentation.Identify and resolve technical and operational issues to maintain project progress.Ensure successful completion, commissioning where applicable, and handover of completed works. Experience Required

Previous experience as a Project Manager or Senior Site Agent within civil engineering or underground infrastructure.Experience delivering tunnelling, trenchless construction or associated heavy civil engineering projects.Good understanding of shaft construction, temporary works, excavation support and ground conditions.Experience managing subcontractors, site teams and construction programmes.Strong knowledge of construction health and safety requirements.Commercial awareness, including experience working with NEC contracts.Ability to manage multiple stakeholders and coordinate complex construction activities.Strong communication, organisational and problem-solving skills. Desirable:

Experience with microtunnelling, pipe jacking, auger boring or tunnel boring machines (TBMs).Experience delivering water, wastewater, utilities or major infrastructure projects.Knowledge of reinforced concrete shaft construction and underground pipeline installations.Experience managing specialist tunnelling subcontractors.Previous experience working on projects involving challenging ground conditions or restricted access. Qualifications

HNC, HND or degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management or a related discipline, or equivalent relevant experience.SMSTS.CSCS Card.First Aid at Work, desirable.Temporary Works Coordinator qualification, desirable. The ideal candidate will combine strong site delivery experience with programme management, commercial awareness and the ability to coordinate specialist engineering teams.

Interested? Please apply with your updated CV.

Mario

Ad ID: 5419339155

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