31 May 2025

CONTRACT TYPE: PERMANENT
LOCATION: AYLESBURY
SALARY: COMPETATIVE PLUS PACKAGE  
CLOSING DATE: 31st MAY 2025

About the Role:

Blackwell Earthmoving is seeking an experienced Project Manager to lead our delivery teams in the safe, productive, and profitable construction of earthworks. As the day-to-day management face of Blackwell, you will maintain excellent relations with all stakeholders, including Eiffage Keir, HS2 Ltd, and members of the public when required.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Lead and oversee the construction of works to ensure completion on time and within budget.
  • Maintain excellent relations with all stakeholders.
  • Enthuse and support team members to develop a strong working unit.
  • Interact closely with Blackwell Central support, Commercial, and Health and Safety teams to ensure a coordinated approach across all sections of the contract.
  • Build a strong relationship with the Client based on mutual trust and cooperation.
  • Take ownership of the work under your control.
  • Liaise with the Senior Leadership Team to keep them fully informed of progress and any emerging issues.

 Impact and Key Deliverables:

  • Lead Delivery Teams, ensuring the construction of works is completed on time and within budget.
  • Ensure a coordinated approach across all sections of the contract and disciplines.
  • Build and maintain strong relationships with clients and stakeholders.
  • Form and lead a strong working team.
  • Take ownership of the work and ensure effective communication with the Senior Leadership Team.

Knowledge, Skills, and Key Competencies Required:

 Essential:

  • Experience in linear earthworks.
  • In-depth knowledge of modern earthmoving methods, plant, outputs, and technologies.
  • Knowledge of earthworks specifications and materials handling constraints.
  • Proficient in producing resourced programmes and working budgets.
  • Good commercial awareness.
  • Strong knowledge of Health, Safety, and Environmental law and best practices.
  • Knowledge of employment law and the Working Rule Agreement T&Cs.
  • Strong organizational skills and the ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks.
  • Problem-solving skills and a focus on finding cheaper, faster, and safer ways of doing things.

Desirable:

  • Ability to operate plant: Dumper, roller, and excavator.
  • CPCS plant qualifications.
  • SEATS (Site Environmental Awareness Training).
  • First Aid and Mental Health First Aid certificates.
  • CSCS Black Card.
  • HSG 47 Cat & Genny trained with underground utility experience.
  • Temporary works supervisor certification.