Project Manager

Join to apply for the Project Manager role at Celnor GroupDepartment: OperationsEmployment Type: Full TimeLocation: Crawley (hybrid with travel to sites including Gatwick/Heathrow)Compensation: £55,000 - £70,000 / yearContract: PermanentSalary: £55,000 - £70,000 (dependent on experience)About UsVision Survey was founded in 2007 with the ambition to become the UK's leading authority on permit to dig control. What began with humble beginnings has grown into a trusted surveying and consultancy business with over fifty dedicated staff members, proudly involved in major civil engineering projects including Tideway, HS2 and Hinkley Point. As part of the Celnor Group, we maintain a supportive environment where everyone can thrive, with our core values of Reflection, Excellence, Teamwork, and Integrity guiding everything we do.About The RoleWe are seeking an experienced Project Manager to take the lead on exciting aviation and infrastructure projects across all our service offerings. This role is perfect for someone in the beginning to middle of their career who has gained hands‑on field experience and is ready for the next step into project management within challenging, live operational environments. You'll manage large and multi‑disciplinary projects, connecting different service areas and acting as the single point of contact for blue‑chip clients. Working in complex environments such as airports, you'll need to be a proactive thinker who understands the complications of working around the public and can navigate the demands of live operational settings. This is an opportunity to make a real impact with a smaller company that values quality and offers clear progression to Programme Manager or Head of PMO.Key ResponsibilitiesManage multiple large‑scale and multi‑disciplinary projects from inception to delivery across all Vision Survey service offeringsAct as the single point of contact for blue‑chip clients including airports, designers, and contractorsDefine project scope and create detailed programmes using Microsoft Project (Primavera P6 desirable)Ensure robust planning for live operational environments, including night work and complex scheduling around public accessConnect and coordinate different service disciplines to deliver integrated solutionsSupport services across all areas of the businessProvide strong stakeholder management and communication with clients, teams, and operational partnersMentor Assistant Project Managers and contribute to the company's Project Management ProcedureProactively identify and manage risks in challenging operational environmentsTravel to sites including Gatwick, Heathrow, and other locations as requiredSkills, Knowledge & ExpertiseEssential Requirements3-5 years' experience managing projects in aviation, airports, or similarly complex live operational environmentsBackground in civil engineering, quantity surveying, or field engineering with hands‑on site experienceAPM, PRINCE2, or similar project management certificationExperience working in difficult operational environments with complications such as public access and live operationsProficiency in Microsoft ProjectStrong communication and stakeholder management skills across all levelsProactive planner with excellent risk management expertiseAbility to connect multi‑disciplinary teams and coordinate complex projectsFull UK driving licence and flexibility to travel to sitesDesirableCivil engineering graduate who has progressed through site engineer and Assistant PM rolesExperience working at major UK airports (Gatwick, Heathrow, or similar)Familiarity with Primavera P6Experience managing minor works or multi‑phase projects in live environmentsUnderstanding of multiple surveying disciplinesSalary and BenefitsWe offer a competitive salary of £55,000 - £70,000 dependent on experience and provide a comprehensive range of benefits including:Hybrid working (Crawley office base with flexibility)Opportunity to work on high‑profile aviation and infrastructure projectsClear career progression path to Programme Manager or Head of PMOStaff benefits package including discounts at retailers and gym membershipsPension SchemeHealth Insurance (Vitality)Life InsuranceIT & Phone PackageContinuous on‑the‑job training and developmentEvery project we undertake contributes to a safer, more sustainable built environment. Be part of a team making a tangible impact on the future of infrastructure, with a culture built on learning and innovation where your ideas and expertise will play a vital role in shaping outcomes.Vision Survey is an equal opportunities employer with the aim of providing a diverse and inclusive environment. We encourage suitably qualified applications regardless of race, disability, age, sex, marital status, veteran status, pregnancy and maternity, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, and religion or belief.Please note, that you may need to undergo a DBS background check if you are successful.To apply, please submit your CV and a covering letter explaining why you're the right fit for this role. #J-18808-Ljbffr