Project Manager

Project Manager – Highways Devon | Permanent | Full-Time £60,000-£70,000 & Package Are you an experienced Project Manager looking to take the lead on civil engineering and infrastructure projects across the South West? We are working with a leading infrastructure contractor to recruit an experienced Project Manager to join their established highways division. With a healthy order book and long-term secured workload, this role offers excellent job security, career progression and the opportunity to work on technically challenging schemes across the region. Key Responsibilities * Lead the successful delivery of highways, infrastructure and civil engineering projects * Manage projects from pre-construction through to final completion * Lead and motivate multidisciplinary project teams * Monitor programme, cost, quality and overall project performance * Build and maintain strong working relationships with clients, consultants and key stakeholders * Manage subcontractors, suppliers and site teams to ensure efficient project delivery * Ensure compliance with all Health, Safety, Environmental and Quality standards * Identify, manage and mitigate project risks * Support commercial performance, contract administration and change management * Drive continuous improvement and best practice across project delivery * Ensure projects are delivered safely, on time and within budget Essential Requirements * Previous experience as a Project Manager or Senior Site Agent within civil engineering * Experience delivering highways, infrastructure, utilities, flood alleviation or general civil engineering projects * Excellent leadership, communication and stakeholder management skills * Strong commercial awareness and project planning abilities * Ability to manage multiple priorities within a fast-paced environment * SMSTS qualification * CSCS Card * Relevant Civil Engineering qualification (HNC, HND or Degree preferred) * Full UK Driving Licence How to Apply For more information or a confidential discussion, please contact Abbie or Jo on (phone number removed), or apply today with your CV. Sphere Solutions are a leading recruitment specialist in the construction and engineering sectors, matching top talent with the region’s leading contractors. Our Commitment to Inclusion: As a recruitment agency, we are committed to promoting inclusive opportunities on behalf of our clients. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, including those from under-represented communities. If you have a disability, are neurodivergent, or require adjustments during the recruitment process, we’ll work with you and the client to ensure a fair and supportive experience. We aim to represent employers who foster respectful, inclusive, and collaborative workplaces — regardless of age, gender identity, sexual orientation, ethnicity, or background