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Construction Manager

Job Posted: 18 days ago

Salary: £ 70,000 - 70,000 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Andover

Expire in: 10 days

Job Description

Construction Manager - Substation Infrastructure | Andover 
Are you looking for a Construction Manager role where you will lead the delivery of nationally critical infrastructure projects? This Construction Manager opportunity offers the chance to take full ownership of substation refurbishment works within a highly regulated and safety-critical environment. 
 
What's in it for you 
You will be working on complex, high-value energy projects with long-term programme stability and genuine career progression. As a Construction Manager, you will gain exposure to technically challenging work while enhancing your leadership and project delivery expertise. 
 
About the company 
My client is a leading engineering services provider delivering essential infrastructure projects across the UK. Their work spans power, renewables, transport and utilities, supporting both regional and national networks. 
They are known for delivering complex substation and energy infrastructure projects, particularly within regulated and high-risk environments. 
 
The role and responsibilities 
As a Construction Manager, you will act as the on-site lead for construction delivery, taking responsibility for fulfilling Principal Contractor duties under CDM 2015. You will be doing: 
·Leading construction delivery for a main intake substation refurbishment 
·Supporting the Project Manager with programme planning and contract delivery 
·Managing early warnings, risks and compensation events 
·Providing construction input into programme sequencing, access and commissioning 
You will also be responsible for: 
·Planning, managing and monitoring construction activities in line with CDM regulations 
·Coordinating subcontractors and ensuring safe systems of work 
·Implementing Construction Phase Plans, RAMS and temporary works 
·Leading works across HV/LV systems, transformers, switchgear and protection systems 
·Managing civil works including foundations, ducts and containment 
·Coordinating outages, isolations and phased project handovers 
·Ensuring quality compliance, managing NCRs and maintaining accurate records 
·Managing programme, resources and productivity on site 
·Acting as the primary interface with clients, designers and stakeholders 
 
Must have skills and experience 
To be successful in this Construction Manager role, you will have: 
·Proven experience as a Construction Manager or Site Manager for a Principal Contractor 
·Strong background in HV electrical infrastructure and substation projects 
·Experience working in regulated or safety-critical environments 
·Solid understanding of CDM 2015 regulations 
·Strong leadership and coordination skills 
·Commercial and contractual awareness 
 
Qualifications 
You will need: 
·SMSTS certification 
·Relevant qualification in Construction, Civil or Electrical Engineering (or equivalent) 
It would be beneficial if you have: 
·Temporary Works Coordinator certification 
 
Salary and benefits 
·Salary dependent on experience 
·Long-term programme stability 
·Opportunity to work on nationally significant infrastructure projects 
·Strong career progression opportunities 
·Collaborative and supportive working environment 
 
Additional information 
You will be based on-site in Andover, working full-time as part of a high-performing delivery team. This Construction Manager role offers the opportunity to play a key role in complex infrastructure delivery within a growing organisation. 
 
Interested? 
If you're ready to progress your career as a Construction Manager and take ownership of major infrastructure projects, apply today with your CV. 
 
FOOTNOTE: 
If you feel that you are right for this role technically, but the salary, location or seniority does not suit you specifically then please still feel free to send us your CV. We constantly recruit for roles very similar to this one at all levels UK Wide. We are always keen to chat with you discreetly about your employment situation. 
Even if you are happy in your current role for now, we always welcome calls from Highways professionals keen to make their introductions for future months or years. Carrington West's Highways, Transport & Infrastructure division is the fastest growing in the country, our specialist team has a combined over 100+ years' experience in this market. Please call Jordan Townley at Carrington West on (phone number removed) or email (url removed) for more information. 
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