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Project Manager

Job details
Posting date: 31 March 2026
Salary: £500 to £550 per day
Hours: Full time
Closing date: 30 April 2026
Location: IP16
Remote working: On-site only
Company: ARC (Norwich) Ltd
Job type: Contract
Job reference: 0000081199-43277

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Summary

Job Title: Project Manager – Heavy Civils
Location: Sizewell C Project, Suffolk (Site-Based)
Rate: £500-£550 per day (LTD or CIS, can also be paid PAYE)

Accomodation can also be provided

About the Opportunity

We are currently recruiting on behalf of a leading heavy civil engineering contractor delivering major infrastructure works on the Sizewell C nuclear power project. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Project Manager to play a key role on one of the UK’s most significant and high-profile infrastructure programmes.

Working within a highly regulated environment, you will lead the successful delivery of complex heavy civils packages, ensuring projects are delivered safely, on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards.

The Role

As Project Manager, you will take full responsibility for managing construction activities across designated work packages, coordinating multidisciplinary teams and maintaining strong relationships with clients, subcontractors, and stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities:

    • Lead end-to-end delivery of heavy civils packages on site
    • Manage programme, cost control, and commercial performance
    • Ensure compliance with nuclear-sector safety and quality standards
    • Oversee subcontractor performance and supply chain coordination
    • Drive health, safety, environmental, and quality (HSEQ) excellence
    • Produce and manage project plans, risk registers, and progress reports
    • Liaise closely with client representatives and senior leadership teams
    • Support planning, procurement, and resource allocation activities
    Candidate Requirements

    We are seeking an experienced Project Manager with a strong background in major infrastructure or heavy civil engineering projects.

    Essential:

      • Proven experience managing heavy civils or major infrastructure works (earthworks, marine, concrete, or large-scale structures)
      • Demonstrated delivery experience as Project Manager or Senior Site Manager
      • Strong knowledge of NEC contracts (NEC3/NEC4 preferred)
      • Excellent stakeholder and team leadership skills
      • Strong commercial and programme management capability
      • Valid CSCS card (Black/Professional level or equivalent)

      Desirable:

        • Experience working on nuclear, energy, rail, or regulated infrastructure projects
        • Degree or equivalent qualification in Civil Engineering or Construction Management
        • SMSTS qualification
        • Chartered status or working toward (ICE/APM)
        To be considered for this position please apply with your CV, for further information please contact Jenny Saban in our Cambridge office

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