Rail Civil Project Manager
- Exeter
- Contract·On-site
- Full time
Job Description
Are you a Project Manager, Site Manager or Construction Manager with experience delivering minor civils or infrastructure works? Job Title: Civil Project Manager Location: Exeter / South West - Predominantly site-based with occasional office / home-working. Rate: £400-£500/day Outside IR35 Contract: Long-Term Contract Start Date: ASAP - Immediate Start Preferred We are currently looking for a Project Manager to join a long-term Network Rail fencing contract, covering the Western region from Weston-super-Mare to Penzance. The role is highly process-driven, managing multiple fencing projects from cradle to grave - including access, labour, materials, programming, client liaison, delivery and handover. Where you will add value:
- Manage a workbank of approximately 50 projects per year
- Develop programmes and delivery schedules
- Coordinate 2-3 fencing teams across multiple sites
- Manage works from initial planning through to completion and client handover
- Plan labour, order materials and ensure teams have the correct paperwork and equipment
- Manage client and stakeholder relationships
- Coordinate third-party access, ecology, ground conditions, weather and equipment requirements
- Monitor progress, deal with changes and react to issues or emergencies
- Complete handovers, manage snags and ensure works are delivered safely and to the required standard To succeed in this role, you will need:
- Project Management or Senior Construction Management experience
- Experience within minor civils infrastructure within rail would be beneficial
- Strong organisational and multitasking skills
- Ability to manage multiple projects and teams simultaneously
- Good client and stakeholder management skills
- Understanding of working within a structured framework or contract environment
- Rail experience is beneficial but deep rail engineering or fencing experience is not essential
- PTS can be provided; CSCS is desirable but not essential Why this contract stands out:
- Long-term opportunity on a 6-year Network Rail contract
- Potential to continue for the duration of the framework for the right contractor
- Predominantly site-based across the South West, with 1 day per week available for admin/home working
- Opportunity to take ownership of a substantial, multi-million-pound workbank.
- Strong fit for a Construction Manager looking to step into Project Management
- One-stage Teams interview process
- Immediate start preferred to allow for a full handover before Christmas If you're a Project Manager or Construction Manager with relevant infrastructure experience and are looking for a long-term contract in the South West, get in touch for a confidential discussion


