We are seeking an experienced Construction Manager with a strong background in the utilities and water sector to lead the safe and successful delivery of major infrastructure projects.
The role will involve managing construction activities across a portfolio of clean water and wastewater schemes, including:
- Rising mains
- New water main reinforcements and replacements
- Shaft construction works
- Storm storage schemes
- Minor Mechanical & Electrical (M&E) works
Key Responsibilities:
- Manage day-to-day construction operations, ensuring projects are delivered safely, on time, within budget, and to the required quality standards.
- Lead site teams, subcontractors, and supply chain partners across multiple projects.
- Coordinate construction activities with project, design, commercial, and operational teams.
- Monitor programme, resources, productivity, and project performance.
- Ensure compliance with health, safety, environmental, quality, and contractual requirements.
- Manage stakeholder relationships and support project planning, risk management, and delivery strategies.
Essential Requirements:
- Proven experience as a Construction Manager within the utilities/water industry.
- Demonstrable experience delivering major clean water and wastewater infrastructure projects.
- Experience managing rising mains, water main reinforcements and replacements, shaft works, storm storage schemes, and minor M&E installations.
- Strong understanding of civil engineering construction, water industry standards, and health & safety requirements.
- Experience leading site teams, subcontractors, and multidisciplinary workforces.
- Excellent leadership, communication, and organisational skills.
- Full UK driving Licence.
Desirable Qualifications:
- HNC/HND or Degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or a related discipline.
- SMSTS, CSCS, IOSH/NEBOSH.
- Experience working under NEC contracts.