Knights Brown
Independent regional construction firm delivering civil engineering and building projects across southern England, Wales, UK-wide energy work.
Manage multiple energy civil engineering projects in Anglesey and North Wales.
7 hours ago
Intermediate (4-7 years), Expert & Leadership (13+ years), Experienced (8-12 years)
Full Time
United Kingdom
Field
Company Size
234 Employees
Service Specialisms
Coasts & Ports
Energy
Water Utilities
Infrastructure
Buildings
Airports
Defence
Public Realm
Sector Specialisms
Infrastructure
Buildings
Energy
Water Utilities
Coasts and Ports (Marine)
Industrial
Public Realm
Education
Role
Description
project management
onshore wind
battery storage
substation initiatives
- Manage multiple energy projects in Anglesey and North Wales.
- Lead on‑shore wind, battery storage, and substation initiatives.
Requirements
civil engineering
driving licence
broad knowledge
energy projects
onshore wind
battery storage
The role will manage multiple energy projects and requires prior experience on projects such as on‑shore wind, battery storage, or substations. Applicants must have civil engineering experience and a full UK driving licence, while broad knowledge of multiple engineering disciplines is desirable.
- Apply civil engineering expertise and hold a full UK driving licence.
- Leverage broad knowledge across engineering disciplines (desired).
Benefits
This is an exceptional opportunity to join one of the UK’s fastest growing contractors as a Civil Engineering Project Manager looking after projects in the Anglesey and North Wales area. Dynamic and entrepreneurial, this company is a great fit if you’re looking to work in a supportive but ambitious environment with clear career progression and proactive employee engagement.
- Benefit from clear career progression and proactive employee engagement.
Training + Development
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Interview process
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Visa Sponsorship
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Security clearance
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Company
Overview
Founded 1953
Company Origin
The company was established in the New Forest, laying the foundation for its legacy in major infrastructure projects.
2012 Olympics
Key Project Achievement
Played a critical role in enabling the Olympic sailing events through the construction of Portland breakwater.
£101m Turnover
Financial Performance
Current annual turnover reflecting its significant contribution to the construction and engineering sectors.
£2m Investment
Recent Investments
Significant capital expenditure on plant, vehicles, and facility expansion, supporting growth and innovation.
- Built major trunk roads including the M25 and M1 improvements before formally establishing its construction arm.
- Operates from Ringwood, Bridgend, and Rochester offices, with its energy division executing projects UK-wide and into Ireland.
- Typical projects include coastal engineering, flood defences, public realm highways, water utility frameworks, and civil building works.
- Its fleet of directly-employed specialists handles bespoke challenges in river, marine, security-cleared, industrial, and educational environments.
Culture + Values
- Foster Team Spirit – We are stronger together.
- Inspire Confidence And Admiration – We build respect through trust.
- Face Challenges With Enthusiasm – We are adventurous, encouraging, creative and open-minded.
- Build Open & Honest Relationships – We listen to what others have to say.
- Add Value Through Simplicity – We are straightforward and uncomplicated.
- Take Pride In Success – We challenge the way we work to find a better way.
Environment + Sustainability
38% Emission Reduction
2023/24 Emissions Drop
Achieved a 38% reduction in emissions compared to the 2020 baseline during the 2023/24 period.
42% GHG Reduction Target
Science-Based Target by 2030
Aims to reduce scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 42% from 2020 levels by 2030, aligned with the Science-Based Targets Initiative.
388 Solar Panels
Portsmouth Manufacturing Facility
Installed 388 solar panels at the new Portsmouth facility, generating 244,000 kWh annually and reducing carbon emissions by approximately 32 tCO₂ per year.
244,000 kWh Annual Generation
Renewable Energy Output
The solar panels at the Portsmouth facility generate 244,000 kWh of renewable energy annually.
- Science-Based Targets Initiative: reduce scope 1 & 2 GHG emissions 42% by 2030 from 2020 baseline, plus measure & reduce scope 3.
- Published first climate action strategy in April 2021 (Goal 13) to respond to climate & nature emergency.
- Net-zero transition target: significantly reduce carbon emissions by 2030; compensating residual emissions through high-impact climate & nature actions.
- Voluntary annual PPN 06/21 carbon reduction plan published.
- Established first benchmark and reporting of scope 3 emissions (employee commuting) in 2023/24.
- Launched anti-idling campaign, efficiency training, low-carbon generators, renewable power, EV fleet + EV salary-sacrifice scheme, EV charge points.
- Research partnership at Cardiff University to develop low-impact concrete using industrial waste and CO₂ sequestration.
- Appointed CO2nstructZero business champion; CZ Young Ambassador supporting net-zero journey.
- EV charging + high bike-parking ratio at new Portsmouth manufacturing facility.