Colemans
Construction Project Manager (UK & Europe)
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Join one of the UK’s leading construction and civil engineering contractors. Proudly family-owned and operating nationally and internationally, Colemans delivers high-profile structural, building, and infrastructure schemes across the UK and Europe. Due to continuous business growth and new contract wins, we are seeking an ambitious Construction Project Manager to lead complex, multi-million-pound build and engineering projects.
Your Role & Responsibilities: What You’ll Be Doing
- Lead construction projects from initial design/planning stages through to practical completion across the UK and Continental Europe, ensuring delivery on time, within budget, and to specified quality standards.
- Serve as the principal client interface, representing Colemans at key progress, design, and commercial meetings.
- Direct on-site construction operations, site managers, direct labour, and sub-contractors, embedding a rigorous safety-first culture.
- Oversee commercial management, budget controls, valuations, variations, and supply chain procurement.
- Ensure full compliance with UK and European building regulations, planning permissions, environmental standards, and Health & Safety legislation.
- Prepare comprehensive RAMS, construction phase plans (CPP), and project schedules using modern project planning software.
- Monitor project risks, identify potential bottlenecks early, and execute effective solutions.
- Practical knowledge of Microsoft 365 and SharePoint.
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About You: Experience and Qualifications Required
- Certifications: CSCS Black Manager Card, SMSTS, and NVQ Level 6/7 in Construction Senior Management.
- Experience: Minimum 5 years of construction project management experience leading commercial, industrial, or civil engineering builds.
- European Capability: Experience delivering international construction projects across Europe (familiarity with European building codes and additional European languages is a plus).
- Technical Skills: Strong background in structural steel, concrete frames, civils, and complex structural alterations.
- Leadership & Strategy: Proven track record in contract management (NEC, JCT, FIDIC), stakeholder management, and team leadership.
- Mobility: Full UK Driving Licence, valid passport, and flexibility to travel and work away across the UK and Europe as required.
- Preferred Additional Qualifications: Chartered Builder status (MCIOB) or Chartered Engineer (MICE), First Aid at Work, Temporary Works Coordinator.
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What You’ll Get in Return
- Competitive executive salary, highly dependent on experience
- Company vehicle or allowance, laptop, and mobile phone
- 29 days annual leave (including bank holidays) and Enhanced annual leave entitlement
- Private Medical Insurance & Health Cash Plan (post-probation)
- Life Assurance & workplace pension scheme
- European travel allowances and comprehensive relocation/working-away package
- High-quality branded PPE and executive tools
- Clear pathways for senior executive progression and continuous professional development
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We are a values-driven business committed to safety, sustainability, and operational excellence. If you are a high-performing project leader ready to direct landmark demolition schemes across the UK and Europe, we want to hear from you.
To apply, please send your CV and relevant qualifications to careers@coleman-group.co.uk
Coleman’s is an equal opportunities employer – we celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
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