Construction Manager

Role Overview: 

Lead and manage the development and delivery of Construction activities on a National Gas Compressor project(s).

Key Responsibilities:

• Act as Principal Contractor in accordance with CDM 2015 regulations, including Temporary Works, ensuring that responsibilities are discharged correctly.
• Support the Project Manager with the development of the programme to ensure all construction activities are planned and managed appropriately.
• Lead and manage the construction team and construction sub-contractors to successfully deliver project objectives.
• Ensure compliance with key safety and quality standards throughout the project lifecycle with a specific focus on construction stages and activities.
• Provide expertise and oversight during tender evaluations from the supply chain and oversee the development of construction estimates.
• Report regularly to the Project Manager and other senior leadership on progress, risks, and any issues arising.
• Lead all construction specific meetings, workshops and discussions.

Essential Skills:

• National Gas project experience.
• Strong knowledge of CDM 2015 Regulations.
• Civils / Construction background.
• Proven ability to manage subcontractors and oversee site execution.
• Knowledge to support in tendering and be able to challenge pricings.

Desirable Skills:

• Experience in EPC projects operating under NEC4 forms of contract, and hands-on experience with early-stage works, design integration, engineering, and constructability.
• Strong understanding of Process Safety including extensive experience of Formal Process Safety Assessments such as HAZID, HAZOP and HAZCON.
• Accredited CSCS certification or equivalent.
• SMSTS
• SHEA Gas
• SCO 91 Certification (Desirable).
• APMP accreditation (Desirable).
• Temporary Works Coordinator
• A good understanding of budget management and financial controls would be beneficial.