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Project Manager – Heavy Engineering & Construction (Plymouth) Salary: £60,000–£80,000 per annum Employment Type: Full-time, Permanent NEOS Engineering is recruiting on behalf of a leading engineering and construction business for an experienced Project Manager to support the delivery of large-scale heavy engineering and construction projects across the UK. This role is ideal for a professional with a strong mechanical background looking to operate as second-in-line to a Senior Project Manager, assisting with the management of complex construction environments while supporting Principal Contractor responsibilities. As a Project Manager, you will work closely with the Senior Project Manager and wider project teams to oversee mechanical, civil, and structural works, ensuring projects are delivered safely, on time, and within budget. Key Responsibilities • Support the Senior Project Manager in planning, coordinating, and managing large-scale construction and heavy engineering projects, • Assist in managing multi-skilled site teams (up to 50 personnel) and subcontractors, • Oversee the installation of steel structures, concrete foundations, and general civil works, • Support delivery of heavy mechanical and engineering build projects, e.g., recycling plants, quarry plants, energy-from-waste facilities, • Monitor project progress, budgets, and commercial performance, providing reports and updates to senior management, • Maintain compliance with CDM regulations, Health & Safety legislation, and company procedures, • Coordinate site logistics, resources, and operational planning with colleagues and stakeholders, • Attend client meetings and liaise with key stakeholders under the guidance of the Senior Project Manager What We’re Looking For • Experience managing large-scale construction projects in industrial, mining, quarrying, or similar heavy engineering environments (general housebuilding or commercial developments not applicable), • Strong mechanical engineering background, • Familiarity with NEC contracts, • Proven ability to support Principal Contractor responsibilities on site, • Excellent communication skills, both technical and professional, • Strong organisational and leadership skills with the ability to support multi-skilled teams, • Clean UK driving licence, • Fluent English (spoken and written) Essential Qualifications • Black CSCS Card / NVQ Level 6 or 7, • SMSTS, • Temporary Works Co-ordinator, • IOSH, • First Aid Desirable Qualifications • Appointed Person, • Quarry Passport or NEBOSH Why Join? • Full-time, site-based role with travel across UK locations as required, • Competitive salary in the region of £60,000–£80,000, depending on experience, • Company vehicle and additional benefits available, • Opportunity to develop further under an experienced Senior Project Manager and progress into a senior role If you’re an experienced Project Manager with a mechanical engineering background and are looking to step into a high-profile construction role supporting large-scale heavy engineering projects, apply today through NEOS Engineering.

Title: Senior Planning Engineer (Mechanical & Electrical) Location: Plymouth (Hybrid) – Devon & Cornwall Salary: £70-90,000 per annum + package An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Senior Planning Engineer with strong Mechanical & Electrical (M&E) experience to join an established, busy contractor with a strong presence across the South West. This is a key regional role, taking the lead on planning across a portfolio of projects throughout Devon and Cornwall, supporting both tender and live delivery teams. You will play a pivotal role throughout the full project lifecycle, from early tender involvement and programme development through to project delivery, commissioning and completion. Working closely with project managers, commercial teams and site teams, you will help drive programme certainty, manage risk and ensure successful project outcomes across a diverse range of schemes. Key Responsibilities • Lead and manage the planning function across multiple projects within the South region, • Produce, maintain and update detailed tender and contract programmes using Asta Powerproject, • Support bid teams at tender stage, developing robust methodologies, phasing plans and resource-loaded programmes, • Work closely with delivery teams during construction to monitor progress, identify risks and mitigate delays, • Manage programme change, including variations, delay analysis and reporting in line with contractual requirements, • Coordinate M&E interfaces with wider construction programmes, • Provide clear, accurate progress reports to project teams and senior management About You • Proven experience as a Senior Planning Engineer within a UK main contracting environment, • Strong background in Mechanical & Electrical (M&E) planning within construction projects, • Demonstrable experience working across the full project lifecycle, from tender through to completion, • Advanced user of Asta Powerproject, • Solid understanding of construction methodologies, sequencing and M&E interfaces, • Strong communication skills with the ability to influence project teams and stakeholders, • Well organised, commercially aware and confident managing multiple projects concurrently What’s on Offer • £70-90,000 per annum, • Annual car allowance £7,000, • Pension, Healthcare, Life Assurance, Private Medical, • 28 days annual leave plus bank holidays, • Collaborative and professional working environment where planning is valued as a key function, • Plus other great benefits If you are looking for a new career challenge in planning and you would like to be considered for the above opportunity then please apply by sending your CV to or call Matt Lilburn on 01342 330 533 for a confidential chat quoting reference 72679.

Your new company A well‑established highways contractor is seeking an experienced Site Engineer to support the delivery of major and minor highways schemes across the East Midlands. The role will involve providing technical engineering support on site, ensuring works are delivered safely, accurately, and in accordance with highways standards and project requirements.Reporting to the Senior Engineer, you will be responsible for supporting daily engineering operations and assisting with the development of junior engineers within the project team.Your new role • Support the preparation and implementation of highway‑specific construction documentation, including method statements, risk assessments, task briefings, and environmental controls., • Implement and monitor Inspection and Test Plans (ITPs) in line with highways specifications, ensuring inspections, hold points, and quality records are completed and maintained., • Provide engineering input to resolve technical issues related to highways works, including earthworks, drainage, pavements, kerbing, and associated infrastructure., • Carry out setting‑out activities for highways construction works, ensuring compliance with drawings, specifications, and permitted tolerances., • Maintain and regularly check site control points, benchmarks, and datums, ensuring surveying equipment is calibrated, certified, and correctly logged., • Ensure site operatives and subcontractors fully understand setting‑out information, drawings, and construction requirements relevant to highways activities., • Prepare and issue sketches, technical clarifications, and setting‑out information to support site teams and maintain clear communication., • Support the implementation of health, safety, and environmental management systems, promoting safe working practices in a live highways environment., • Assist with technical change management, including design amendments, subcontractor technical reviews, and updates to construction methodologies., • Complete daily site diaries, progress updates, and engineering records in line with project controls requirements., • Provide technical information to support the accurate procurement of highways materials, plant, and specialist services., • Assist the Site Agent with procurement activities and coordination of materials and services., • A minimum of three years' experience working as a Site Engineer on highways or infrastructure projects., • Good working knowledge of highways specifications, standards, and construction processes., • Proficient in AutoCAD and Microsoft Office applications., • Strong understanding of health, safety, and environmental requirements within a highways construction environment., • Ability to prioritise workload and manage time‑critical activities effectively., • Strong communication skills with the ability to liaise confidently with site teams, subcontractors, and management., • Valid CSCS card appropriate to the role., • Opportunity to work on a range of highways and infrastructure schemes., • Competitive salary or day rate, dependent on experience., • Ongoing career development and progression opportunities., • Supportive project and management structure What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk

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