Senior Project Manager
2 days ago
Sheffield
Principal Highways Design / Project Manager Location: Sheffield (Hybrid – 3 days office / 2 days home, flexible) Salary: £60,000–£76,000 + Car Allowance/EV Scheme + 10% Bonus (flexible for the right candidate) The Opportunity We’re seeking a Principal Highways Design / Project Manager to join a leading infrastructure provider in Sheffield. This client-facing role sits at the heart of a major highways framework, acting as the bridge between local authority stakeholders, consulting engineers, and in-house delivery teams. You’ll oversee the full project lifecycle — from design reviews through to contract administration — ensuring complex highways projects are delivered efficiently, safely, and to the highest standards. What You’ll Do • Lead on highways projects, from smaller £50k schemes through to multi-million-pound programmes., • Act as the primary client interface, providing confidence and clarity., • Oversee design reviews, ensuring outputs are viable and compliant., • Manage NEC Option C contracts, target costs, and commercial elements., • Provide leadership to a team of ~8–9 staff, 3 supervisors, and subcontracted operatives., • Support estimating, commercial control, and programme delivery., • Drive collaboration across consulting teams, supervisors, and operatives. What We’re Looking For • Strong background in highways (essential)., • Experience in major projects and project management., • Knowledge of NEC Option C contracts (target cost)., • Ability to read and review design drawings., • Consultancy or contractor background – open to both., • Degree in Civil Engineering (preferred, but not essential)., • A steady, confident communicator with client-facing experience. What’s On Offer • Salary: £60k–£76k (flexible for the right person)., • Bonus: 10% annual performance bonus (based on H&S, financial & group targets)., • Car / EV scheme: £5,916 car allowance, or electric vehicle with EV pod installation., • Hybrid working: 3 days office, 2 days home., • Exciting portfolio of projects ranging from £50k to £100m., • Inclusive, supportive culture where everyone “mucks in” and works as one team. Why Apply? You’ll be joining a forward-thinking infrastructure business delivering essential highways improvements across the region, with long-term opportunities for growth and career development.