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Construction Manager

Job Posted: 19 days ago

Salary: £ 400 - 500 / Day
Job Type: Contract
Location: Ipswich, Suffolk

Expire in: 9 days

Job Description

Construction Manager

My client, a leading civil engineering contractor, is seeking an experienced Construction Manager to join their team on a major micro tunnelling project.

Construction Manager Responsibilities

  * Manage the day to day delivery of a major micro tunnelling scheme, ensuring all works are completed safely, efficiently, and in line with programme requirements.

  * Oversee tunnelling operations, including Tunnel Boring Machine (TBM) and Horizontal Directional Drilling (HDD) activities, ensuring works are delivered to the highest standards of quality and safety.

  * Lead and coordinate Site Agents, Site Engineers, Foremen, operatives, and subcontractors, promoting a collaborative and high-performing site environment.

  * Develop and implement construction programmes, ensuring labour, plant, materials, and subcontractors are effectively managed to achieve project milestones.

  * Ensure all works are carried out in accordance with project specifications, drawings, RAMS, permits, and company procedures.

  * Work closely with the Project Manager, commercial team, designers, and client representatives to resolve technical and operational issues.

  * Monitor project progress, identify risks and opportunities, and implement mitigation measures to maintain programme and budget targets.

  * Ensure quality assurance procedures are followed throughout the project, carrying out regular inspections and ensuring compliance with project specifications.

  * Promote a strong health, safety, environmental, and quality culture, ensuring full compliance with company policies and industry legislation.

  * Oversee site documentation, including progress reports, site diaries, inspections, quality records, and programme updates.

  * Support commercial activities by identifying variations, managing site costs, and contributing to project reporting and forecasting.

Construction Manager Requirements

  * Previous experience working as a Construction Manager on micro tunnelling, trenchless technology, utilities, or major civil engineering infrastructure projects.

  * Strong knowledge of Tunnel Boring Machine (TBM) operations, Horizontal Directional Drilling (HDD), shaft construction, pipe jacking, and associated tunnelling methodologies.

  * Proven experience managing multidisciplinary site teams and subcontractors on complex civil engineering projects.

  * Good understanding of temporary works, reinforced concrete, deep excavations, and underground construction techniques.

  * Strong planning, leadership, and organisational skills with the ability to deliver projects safely and efficiently.

  * Good knowledge of NEC contracts and project delivery processes is advantageous.

  * Excellent understanding of health & safety legislation and industry best practice.

  * Valid CSCS Card.

  * SMSTS qualification is essential.

  * First Aid at Work qualification is desirable.

  * HNC/HND or Degree in Civil Engineering (or equivalent) is preferred.

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