Project Manager

Freelance Project Manager – Groundworks & Civil Engineering 📍 Near Darlington 💼 Freelance (Ltd or CIS) 📅 Long-term Project 💷 Negotiable Day Rate An experienced Freelance Project Manager is required to oversee a major groundworks and infrastructure package on a large-scale construction development near Darlington. Working for an established and respected groundworks contractor, the successful Project Manager will take responsibility for the delivery of a £7–8 million package of works, managing operational delivery, programme performance, subcontractor coordination and client liaison throughout the project lifecycle. This role is ideally suited to a Project Manager with a strong background delivering large-scale groundworks packages and infrastructure works for specialist groundworks businesses. Scope of Works * Managing a £7–8 million groundworks package * Overseeing drainage and infrastructure installation * Managing foundations and substructure works * Coordinating external works packages * Supervising on-site infrastructure and associated civils works * Managing site teams, subcontractors and engineering staff * Monitoring programme, sequencing and delivery targets * Client liaison and coordination with the wider construction team * Ensuring works are delivered safely, on programme and within budget Requirements * Previous experience working as a Project Manager for an established groundworks contractor * Strong background delivering large-scale groundworks and civils packages * Good understanding of drainage, foundations, substructure and external works * Strong programming and planning capability * Ability to manage programme, sequencing and site logistics effectively * SMSTS, CSCS and First Aid preferred * Strong communication and leadership skills 📩 For more information or to apply, please get in touch directly