Job Description
We are seeking a driven Senior Construction Manager to lead the delivery of high-quality, industry-leading civil engineering projects in a fast-paced environment. This is a senior site leadership role responsible for operational delivery, safety performance, team development, and coordination across complex construction activities.nnThe RolennYou will take full ownership of day-to-day site operations, ensuring safe, efficient, and high-quality delivery. You'll lead multi-disciplinary teams, coordinate supervisors and trades, and ensure strong communication and performance across all site activities.nnThis role requires a proactive leader who can manage competing priorities, resolve site challenges, and maintain exceptional standards across safety, quality, and programme delivery.nnKey ResponsibilitiesnnLead daily site operations and ensure inspections are completed and actions closed out effectivelynDrive a strong safety culture through inductions, toolbox talks, briefings, and proactive use of reporting systemsnEnsure full compliance with PPE requirements and safe systems of worknCoordinate and align trade teams to deliver high-quality work on programmenConduct regular inspections of works, plant, equipment, and materialsnOversee site logistics including deliveries, on/off hire of plant, and materials managementnMaintain accurate records, allocation sheets, and site reporting standardsnProvide technical input into project planning and programme deliverynSupport Project Managers with updates on progress, workforce capability, and qualitynMaintain site organisation, welfare standards, and housekeeping excellencenLead, coach, and develop supervisors and site teams, including performance management and workforce planningnSupport commercial awareness across labour, plant, and material usagenPromote continuous improvement, problem-solving, and efficient deliverynnAbout YounnProven experience as a Construction Manager (minimum 3 years)nAt least 3 years' experience as a Non-Working Front Line Supervisor and 5 years in a supervisory construction rolenNVQ Level 5 or 6 in Construction Management (or equivalent experience)nSMSTS and relevant site safety qualifications (e.g.
PASMA, Working at Height, MEWPs for Managers)nStrong understanding of construction methods, safe systems of work, and site compliance requirementsnConfident leader with the ability to motivate teams and manage performance effectivelynStrong communication skills with the ability to engage with clients, stakeholders, and site teamsnCommercial awareness with understanding of labour, plant, and material costsnCalm, organised, and solutions-focused approach to site challengesnStrong commitment to health & safety, quality, and continuous improvementnAlignment with core values including integrity, teamwork, accountability, and excellencennWhy Apply:nnOpportunity to lead complex, high-profile infrastructure projectsnStrong pipeline of secured UK worknCareer development and progression opportunitiesnSupportive environment with focus on leadership and performance growthIf you are an experienced Senior Construction Manager looking to take ownership of major civil engineering projects and lead high-performing teams, we would like to hear from you
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