Construction Lead

Bechtel Oil, Gas & Chemicals Incorporated; Greater London; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A global construction company in Greater London is seeking a Construction Functional Lead to oversee construction strategies, ensure safety in operations, and manage multi-disciplinary teams. Ideal candidates should possess a bachelor's or master's degree in Civil Engineering, with over 15 years of relevant experience. The role involves coordinating with engineering consultants and leading construction reviews to optimize processes. This position requires excellent interpersonal skills and a solid understanding of HSE regulations.

Benefits

Robust benefits package

Diverse work environment

Career advancement opportunities

Qualifications

• 15+ years of relevant experience in construction or engineering.
• Proven management of multi-disciplinary teams.
• Strong knowledge of HSE requirements.

Responsibilities

• Lead construction design decisions and project planning.
• Coordinate construction requirements with design consultants.
• Provide guidance on construction strategies and methodologies.

Skills

Construction methods knowledge

Team management

Interpersonal communication

Technical leadership

Education

Bachelor's or master's degree in Civil Engineering

Job description

Job Summary

You will liaise between Client Construction, Engineering and Project Management teams, design partner organisations as well as sub-tier supply chain to provide guidance on executing constructability plans. You will lead or advise on construction design decisions, interdisciplinary reviews, and project construction planning, value engineering and modern methods of construction. You will use your expertise, as well as reach-back into wider Bechtel organisation, to identify improvements to Client construction strategies.

Major Responsibilities

• Serve as the programme-wide construction functional lead, ensuring construction expertise and insight informs all stages of design and planning.
• Lead constructability reviews and provide input to optimise construction sequencing, logistics, and methodology.
• Coordinate with engineering and design consultants to ensure construction requirements are reflected in design deliverables.
• Support the development of site layouts, temporary works strategies, logistics and phasing plans for construction in a live operational environment.
• Assist in developing overall construction execution plans, staffing strategies, and resource estimates.
• Support with shaping delivery execution planning
• Collaborate with Procurement and Supply Chain to develop construction packaging and delivery strategies.
• Ensure health, safety, and environmental (HSE) considerations are embedded in all aspects of design and planning.
• Review and monitor implementation of robust quality control plans during design and construction phases.
• Maintain awareness of design evolution, scope changes, and their potential impacts on construction methods, costs, and schedules.
• Contribute to cost estimates, budgets, risk assessments, and progress reporting for construction scope.
• Provide guidance and mentorship to assigned project and field personnel, promoting a culture of safety, collaboration, and excellence.
• Establishes a design/field engineering working relationship and lines of communication with the Project Engineer including agreement on engineering deliverables.
• Coordinates with design on constructability issues
• Reviews project controls documents on progress relating to cost and schedule
• Ensures the Zero Accident Philosophy is incorporated into all aspects of construction operations.
• Establishes and assures adherence to budgets, schedules, work plans, and performance requirements
• Responsible for staffing decisions, performance appraisals, and pay reviews

Education and Experience Requirements

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor's or master's degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or related discipline and 15+ years of relevant experience or 19+ years of relevant work experience.
• Advanced knowledge of construction methods, procedures, and sequencing for civil and airfield works.
• Proven record of managing multi-disciplinary teams in design and construction environments.
• Experience in delivering projects within live operational facilities.
• Strong knowledge of HSE requirements and proven track record of promoting a safe working culture.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to coordinate across multiple disciplines and stakeholders.
• Demonstrated ability to provide sound technical leadership and problem-solving under pressure.

Required Knowledge and Skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Chartered Engineer (CEng) or equivalent professional registration.
• Experience in aviation, airfield, or major transportation infrastructure projects.
• Knowledge of UK construction and safety regulations, including CDM requirements.
• Experience with NEC contract administration and project delivery frameworks.
• Prior experience in planning and executing brownfield projects in live environments

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