Engineering Project Manager - Fixed Term Contract

Job Introduction

We’re looking for an Engineering Project Manager to manage investment projects that support the supply of Aggregates and Ready-Mix Concrete (RMX). You’ll work closely with Operational Management, Finance, Procurement, Estates & Geology, National Accounts, Operational Excellence, contractors and regulators to ensure projects are safe, efficient and deliver long‑term value.

Responsibilities

• Manage engineering projects, promoting a zero‑harm culture and ensuring full compliance with Tarmac HSE policies and all legislative requirements.
• Apply strong knowledge of CDM regulations and proactively manage the client/principal contractor relationship.
• Build and maintain positive working relationships with key internal and external stakeholders.
• Support capability development through training, mentoring and coaching to ensure projects are designed for safe, efficient and low‑cost operation.
• Use project management and engineering expertise to identify cost‑saving opportunities and develop innovative solutions.
• Apply value engineering principles and ensure engineering best practice is followed across all project stages.

Drive the implementation of best‑practice engineering solutions and ensure compliance with all standards and procedures.

Deliver and manage area and regional action plans to support improved operational performance.

Contribute to the delivery of strategic initiatives aimed at driving operational excellence across the business.

What You’ll Bring

• Strong project management skills and experience delivering engineering or infrastructure projects.
• Ability to drive change using lean or performance‑based approaches.
• Experience with contract placement and contractor management.
• Commercial awareness and strong financial understanding.
• Ability to manage complexity and competing priorities.
• Knowledge of construction materials, products and processes.
• IT literacy and ability to read technical drawings/CAD.
• Engineering degree or equivalent (desirable).
  
  

Why Tarmac

We don't just offer a job, we offer a career.

Alongside this role, you'll have access to industry-leading rewards, development opportunities, and a culture that puts people first, including:

• Bonus scheme

Enhanced holiday entitlement

Contributory pension scheme

Access to the Tarmac Reward website with discounts on retailers, holidays, etc.

Access to our Employee Assistance helpline for free and confidential advice

Access to join our Employee Communities (employee networks) we currently have nine communities inc. (REACH) Religious, Ethnic, Cultural Heritage, LGBTQ+, Parents & carers, Ability, Wellbeing, Female voice and menopause

Training and development opportunities

We’re proud to be part of CRH, and even prouder to be an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for everyone. If you need any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, just let us know, we’re here to support you.

Ready to build your future?

Click ‘Apply’ to get started. Please note: we sometimes close roles early due to high interest, so don’t wait too long!

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Tarmac Trading Limited

Tarmac Trading Limited

Attached documents

Job Reference tarmac/TP/117/7616