Construction Delivery Lead

NRL Recruitment; Shurton; On-site; GBP 73,000 - 89,000; Full time

Job summary

NRL Recruitment is seeking a Construction Delivery Lead for a major infrastructure project based in Bristol. This on-site role requires strong leadership in construction delivery, health, safety and environmental management, and a track record of coordinating large teams and complex schedules.

You will oversee delivery managers, ensure compliance with the HPC Drumbeat and PLOW/PLOD processes, and drive site planning, risk management and KPI reporting on a high-profile energy project.

Qualifications

• Relevant degree (or equivalent) in Civil Construction.
• NEBOSH, SMSTS or IOSH qualification.
• Experience in site setup, sequencing, resource allocation, and recovery planning.
• Strong knowledge of commercial principles affecting construction.
• Ability to produce clear, concise reports.
• Excellent leadership and team-building skills; able to work under pressure.
• Experience delivering large, complex projects.
• Working knowledge of CDM Regulations.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage Construction Delivery Managers across allocated areas.
• Oversee health, safety and environment during construction activities in line with the HPC Construction Phase Plan.
• Carry out and record safety and assurance inspections using the INSIGHT tool to support project KPIs.
• When nominated, act as Construction Delivery Manager for specific work areas.
• Ensure compliance with the HPC Drumbeat schedule for daily and weekly meetings.
• Organise and conduct weekly Plan of the Week (PLOW) meetings with contractor partners to align short-term plans with overall schedules.
• Support CDMs and contractor partners in Plan of the Day (PLOD) meetings.
• Lead weekly construction meetings, updating issue and action trackers, and escalating concerns as needed.
• Oversee contractors' management of logistics and construction-related contracts.

Skills

Leadership and team-building

Report writing

Stakeholder management

Construction planning

Project scheduling

CDM Regulations

Health and safety management

Commercial acumen

On-site delivery

Large-scale projects

Education

BSc Civil Construction

Tools

Planning software

Job description

Job Title

Construction Delivery Lead

Summary

We are looking for an experienced Construction Delivery Lead to join a major infrastructure project in Bristol. This role is ideal for professionals with strong leadership skills in construction delivery and health, safety, and environmental management. You'll play a key part in overseeing large-scale works, managing teams, and ensuring effective planning on site.

Salary

£81,000 per annum

Location and Working Pattern

Bristol - On-site position

Client Overview

Our client is a leading organisation in the energy sector, delivering one of the UK's most significant infrastructure projects. They are committed to building a safe, sustainable future for energy supply through innovation and collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage Construction Delivery Managers across allocated areas.
• Oversee all aspects of health, safety and environment during construction activities in line with the HPC Construction Phase Plan.
• Carry out and record safety and assurance inspections using the INSIGHT tool to support project KPIs.
• When nominated, act as Construction Delivery Manager for specific work areas.
• Ensure compliance with the HPC Drumbeat schedule for daily and weekly meetings.
• Organise and conduct weekly Plan of the Week (PLOW) meetings with contractor partners to align short-term plans with overall schedules.
• Support CDMs and contractor partners in Plan of the Day (PLOD) meetings.
• Lead weekly construction meetings, updating issue and action trackers, and escalating concerns as needed.
• Oversee contractors' management of logistics and construction-related contracts.

Must-have Requirements

• Relevant degree (or equivalent) in Civil Construction.
• NEBOSH, SMSTS or IOSH qualification.
• Proven experience in planning site set-up, sequencing, resource allocation and recovery planning.
• Strong working knowledge of commercial principles affecting construction.
• Ability to produce clear, concise reports.
• Excellent leadership and team-building skills, with a motivational approach.
• Extensive experience delivering large complex projects.
• Working knowledge of CDM Regulations.
• Strong stakeholder management and ability to work under pressure.

Nice-to-have Skills

• Experience in nuclear or large-scale energy projects (if applicable as inferred from HPC context).
• Advanced planning and scheduling software skills.

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.

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