Civils/Piling Construction Manager

NRL; Padeswood; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The NRL Group is seeking a Civils/Piling Construction Manager to lead onshore construction activities in the UK, overseeing early works, safety and quality while aligning with project schedules. You will manage mobilisations, ensure competency, and drive MOC compliance across contractor teams.

The role requires strong leadership, robust communication with stakeholders, and extensive experience in construction management within EPCM environments.

Qualifications

• Essential: Minimum HNC in an Engineering related subject or Trade Apprenticeship with appropriate Technical Qualification
• Attended and passed the ECITB in temporary works or equivalent
• Possesses a CSCS Gold Card or higher and holds a current SMSTS certificate
• Management experience in the Engineering Construction Industry
• Ability to communicate effectively with stakeholders involved in the Project both verbally & in writing
• Methodical work ethic; ensuring consistency in output
• Capable of working independently
• Fully conversant with Project Management Systems with extensive knowledge of Project Construction practices and procedures
• Excellent communications skills
• Attention to detail and high level of accuracy
• Analytical and problem-solving skills
• Demonstrable experience in similar role or senior position in Construction Management
• Extensive knowledge of the construction process, its implementation and management
• Ability to deliver training to personnel within the construction team
• Delivery focused and committed to achievement of project/company goals

Responsibilities

• Implementation of Company HSE Policy & Plan relating to the Project and in particular, Contractor compliance.
• Refer to Construction HSE Management plan.
• Ensure safe, efficient and structured delivery of all construction activities in accordance with the Project schedule.
• Ensure the mobilisation and de-mobilisation of resources to meet schedule requirements.
• Ensure all personnel are competent and compliant to T&C matrix and possess the required qualifications/skills for the specific scope of work
• Audit/review of construction process ensuring where applicable recommendations are implemented.
• Ensure MOC (Management of Change) compliance and adherence throughout project lifecycle
• Ensuring Execution plan gate criteria readiness and demonstration of mitigation to execution risks
• Review the Contractor’s Quality Assurance & Inspection plans.
• Maintain Company inspection, monitoring & hold points
• Inspect works for technical compliance with drawings, specifications & scopes of work
• Highlight deficiencies, initiate & close out non-conformance reports
• Input to schedules as requested by the Construction Planner
• Review & verification of Contractors’ progress report prior to update by the Construction Planner
• Understanding commercial terms involved on EPCM projects
• Ability to negotiate contractual matters, attention to detail
• Ability to think analytically and logically
• Ability to assess working conditions and environment
• Understanding equipment application
• Ability to recognize potential engineering hazards and risks
• Understanding environmental responsibilities
• Understanding the operation of appropriate physical plant
• Have a working knowledge of all Safety Legislation in force and associated responsibilities including but not limited to;Client Induction'sPermits to workCDM RegulationsAssessing and approving Method StatementsCOSHH requirementsImplements the Construction Safety Plan

Job description

Job Title

Civils/Piling Construction Manager

Location

Padeswood

Overview

Looking to engage a highly motivated and experienced individual to join the Onshore Construction Teams based onshore in Project within the UK.The Civils/Piling Construction Manager will oversee the delivery of early works program, so as to meet the required standards and specifications, and to support the scope on site

Responsibilities

Implementation of Company HSE Policy & Plan relating to the Project and in particular, Contractor compliance. Refer to Construction HSE Management plan.Ensure safe, efficient and structured delivery of all construction activities in accordance with the Project schedule.Ensure the mobilisation and de-mobilisation of resources to meet schedule requirements.Ensure all personnel are competent and compliant to T&C matrix and possess the required qualifications / skills for the specific scope of workAudit/review of construction process ensuring where applicable recommendations are implemented.Ensure MOC (Management of Change) compliance and adherence throughout project lifecycleEnsuring Execution plan gate criteria readiness and demonstration of mitigation to execution risksReview the Contractor’s Quality Assurance & Inspection plans.Maintain Company inspection, monitoring & hold pointsInspect works for technical compliance with drawings, specifications & scopes of workHighlight deficiencies, initiate & close out non-conformance reportsInput to schedules as requested by the Construction PlannerReview & verification of Contractors’ progress report prior to update by the Construction PlannerUnderstanding commercial terms involved on EPCM projectsAbility to negotiate contractual matters, attention to detailAbility to think analytically and logicallyAbility to assess working conditions and environmentUnderstanding equipment applicationAbility to recognize potential engineering hazards and risksUnderstanding environmental responsibilitiesUnderstanding the operation of appropriate physical plantHave a working knowledge of all Safety Legislation in force and associated responsibilities including but not limited to;Client Induction'sPermits to workCDM RegulationsAssessing and approving Method StatementsCOSHH requirementsImplements the Construction Safety Plan

Qualifications

Essential:Minimum HNC in an Engineering related subject or Trade Apprenticeship with appropriate Technical QualificationAttended and passed the ECITB in temporary works or equivalentPossesses a CSCS Gold Card or higher and holds a current SMSTS certificate.Management experience in the Engineering Construction IndustryAbility to communicate effectively with the Stakeholders involved in the Project both verbally & in writing. Methodical work ethic; ensuring consistency in output. Capable of working independentlyFully conversant with Project Management Systems with extensive knowledge of Project Construction practices and proceduresExcellent communications skillsAttention to detail and high level of accuracyAnalytical and problem-solving skillsDemonstrable experience in similar role or senior position in Construction ManagementExtensive knowledge of the construction process, its implementation and management.Ability to deliver training to personnel within the construction team – commitment to develop team membersDelivery focused and committed to achievement of project/company goalsSite Safety Critical Medical - Drug & AlcoholDesirable:A strong communication, networking, collaboration and well-developed team-working skills, especially in multi-discipline and multi-cultural teamsA full knowledge of project specific execution strategies, and the ability to develop them to meet challenging project objectives and deliverablesAn Incident Free mind-set, and be a role model for their project team (Direct/Indirect hires)A proven HSSE leadership in managing and delivering large complex onshore projectsA full understanding of how all elements of the project scope integrate and interface with each other and are managed to successfully deliver the right project outcome - from construction, and through to commissioning and handover to operationsDemonstrate excellent teamwork skills, being able to work with the various sub-teams to resolve issues and reach decisions that are in the best interests of the integrated project team

Company Culture

The NRL Group connect global companies with the right people to bring engineering projects to life. Supporting contracting companies with energy transition plans and working with our clients to create a cleaner, greener future. We welcome applications from every walk of life and are committed to diversity within the industries we support, as a certified Inclusive Recruiter and Armed Forces friendly employer. You can ensure you stay safe when job searching online by visiting the JobsAware website.