Construction Delivery Manager

Matchtech; Bridgwater; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private medical

GP access

Parental leave

Membership reimbursement

Matched funding

Paid volunteering

Charitable initiatives

Job summary

Matchtech is seeking a Construction Delivery Manager to oversee on-site construction activities at Hinkley Point C. You will coordinate tier-1 contractors, ensure safety and quality compliance, and manage logistics and reporting to drive schedule adherence.

The role requires strong understanding of CDM 2015 regulations, site governance, and capability to work closely with internal teams and contract partners in a nuclear project environment.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in safety management on complex projects.
• Strong ability to coordinate multiple contractors and interfaces.
• Solid understanding of CDM 2015 regulations and site governance.
• Experience in producing concise technical and progress reports.

Responsibilities

• Oversee on-site construction and coordination with Tier-1 contractors.
• Lead health, safety and quality inspections and record findings.
• Maintain daily progress reporting and escalation of key issues to the SCDM.

Skills

Safety management

Contractor coordination

CDM knowledge

Stakeholder engagement

Report writing

Education

BSc/BEng in Civil/Mechanical/Electrical Engineering

HNC/HND in Construction Management

Tools

MS Office

Project controls software

Job description

Construction Delivery Manager

Location: Site presence at Hinkley Point C

Job Type: Full-time

Security Clearance: UK Background Check / Vetting Required

About the Client:

Our client is an international leader in engineering, program management, and technical services, employing over 8,000 professionals across the UK. They are widely recognised for delivering major clean energy, sustainability, and mega-infrastructure developments within a supportive, diverse, and ethical culture.

Employees benefit from an exceptional corporate package that includes free single private medical cover, digital GP access, enhanced parental leave, and full reimbursement for relevant professional memberships and ongoing development. The business also drives active community engagement through matched funding, paid volunteering, and charitable initiatives.

About the Opportunity:

This role supports the construction delivery within a specific area of the Nuclear Island / Balance of Plant works for Hinkley Point C (HPC) - the UK's premier nuclear power generation project. Reporting directly to the Senior Construction Delivery Manager (SCDM), the Construction Delivery Manager (CDM) oversees site construction activities, logistics integration, and multi-contractor coordination.

In this position, you will work closely with Tier 1 contract partners to enable efficient execution, conduct Health, Safety, and Quality assurance inspections, monitor site progress, and drive schedule adherence in accordance with strict CDM Regulations.

Key Responsibilities

Construction Oversight & Contract Support

• Contract Partner Support: Assist tier-1 contractors and supply chain partners in delivering their assigned works packages safely, efficiently, and to specification.
• Mitigation & Safety Assurance: Identify safety or quality risks on-site, recommending temporary mitigation measures and conducting assurance audits to prevent delays or work stoppages.
• Site Inspection & Reporting: Conduct regular site walks and feed into daily construction reports, escalating key issues, progress trends, and safety risks to the Senior Construction Delivery Manager.

Coordination & Logistics Management

• Cross-Team Collaboration: Coordinate continuously with internal project functions (Health & Safety, Project Controls, Contract Management, and Logistics) to align schedules and maintain site communication.
• Contractor Meetings: Attend PLOD (Plan of the Day) and PLOW (Plan of the Week) meetings with contract partners, recording key outputs and issuing updates to project leadership.
• Briefings & Engagement: Participate in pre-start briefings to reinforce project expectations, key messaging, and nuclear safety culture across contractor workforces.

Compliance & Governance

• Safety Inspections: Execute routine safety and assurance inspections aligned with project High Standard Performance Indicators (HSPIs).
• CDM & Regulatory Compliance: Enforce client obligations and site protocols under UK CDM Regulations 2015 and related statutory authorities.

Candidate Profile:

Requirements & Qualifications

• Education: Degree (BSc/BEng) or HNC/HND in Civil, Mechanical, Electrical Engineering, or Construction Management (or equivalent vocational training and experience).
• Safety Certification: SMSTS (Site Management Safety Training Scheme) or IOSH qualification is required.
• Construction Management: Proven experience managing construction sequencing, developing recovery plans, and overseeing resource allocation on complex engineering/construction projects.
• Regulatory Knowledge: Solid understanding of CDM 2015 Regulations and statutory obligations within heavy civil or industrial environments.
• Reporting & IT Skills: Ability to write clear, concise, and informative technical and progress reports for senior management.

Key Competencies

• Stakeholder Engagement: Skilled at motivating contract partners, building climates of trust, and resolving site interface challenges collaboratively.
• Operational Discipline: Excellent organizational and communication skills, with an eye for detail in site logistics and execution safety.