Construction Manager

Severn Trent; Alvechurch CP; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading utility company in the UK is seeking an experienced Construction Manager to oversee critical infrastructure projects in the wastewater sector. You will ensure compliance with CDM regulations, lead safety improvements, and collaborate with various stakeholders. The ideal candidate has extensive construction experience and relevant qualifications. This role comes with attractive benefits, including a competitive salary and a supportive work environment.

Benefits

28 days holiday + bank holidays

Car Allowance

Annual bonus scheme

Family-friendly policies

Leading pension scheme

Sharesave

Dedicated training and development

Electric vehicle scheme

Two paid volunteering days

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in construction, especially in the wastewater sector.
• Strong knowledge of CDM regulations and health and safety standards.
• Ability to review and understand construction design drawings.

Responsibilities

• Advise and assist with SHEQ related legislation and company standards.
• Ensure compliance with CDM regulations for multiple projects.
• Lead on measuring and improving site safety using digital tools.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Continuous improvement

Stakeholder engagement

Education

Civil engineering or Construction Management

SMSTS

IOSH/NEBOSH (level 3 or above)

CSCS (level 3 and above)

Job description

This role is critical in supporting a £6billion civil programme which provides Severn Trent Water a site presence to assure, support and manage the supply chain. This would also involve overseeing a team of highly trained and professional Construction Assurance Engineers to plan and manage a multitude of construction activities over the STW regional area providing HSQE cover to over 100 projects each month. As the Construction Manager you will ensure that the client's responsibilities under CDM 2015 are achieved effectively, utilising an assurance process to confirm and meet CDM compliance, identify areas for improvement and recommend corrective measures.

Key Roles:

• To advise the senior leadership team and assist with the implementation of new or existing SHEQ related legislation, rules and Company standards.
• Have thorough knowledge of the most current CDM / H&S Regulations in order to support Operational Staff in the preparation of Health & Safety documents.
• Provide the project delivery teams with confidence that the programme, scope, HSEQ onsite can be achieved.
• Leading on measuring and improving site safety and productivity of the supply chain using the digital tools available to the teams.
• Support the programme where required in pre-construction activities, looking for efficiency opportunities, providing constructability advice / challenge and programme / sequencing challenge.
• Implement a robust management structure for your team to maximise safety & efficacy over a project's life.
• To work closely with other departments to align SHEQ standards across the regions.

We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Construction Manager to join our dynamic team delivering critical infrastructure projects in the wastewater sector. This is a fantastic opportunity to play a key role in shaping sustainable water solutions that benefit communities and the environment. You will be a dynamic and collaborative leader with excellent communication and influencing skills. You will have a strong ability to build successful working relationships with internal and external stakeholders from a diverse range of backgrounds, and hold a relentless drive for continuous improvement, with the ability to innovate and anticipate unexpected issues and challenges as they arise within the Water Civil Sector.

You will have extensive experience in construction, technical knowledge in Temporary works, Confined Space, review and understand construction design drawings with the ability to challenge. You will also have experience of implementing CDM regulations in delivery of projects and experience working to standards, codes and practices and health and safety regulations.

Relevant qualifications include:

• Civil engineering or Construction Management
• SMSTS
• IOSH and or NEBOSH (level 3 or above)
• CSCS (level 3 and above)
• Water Industry Knowledge (preferable)

At Severn Trent, our people are at the heart of everything we do. We're in the top 5% of utility companies worldwide when it comes to employee engagement and ranked as a Top 50 UK Employer on Glassdoor. Join us in making a positive impact on the environment and our communities, while being valued and supported in a truly inclusive workplace.

Benefits include:

• 28 days holiday + bank holidays (and the ability to buy/ sell up to 5 days per year)
• Car Allowance
• Annual bonus scheme (of up to £2,250, which is subject to eligibility)
• Family-friendly policies (including a year off fully paid maternity and adoption leave)
• Leading pension scheme - we will double your contribution (up to 15% when you contribute 7.5%)
• Sharesave - the chance to buy Severn Trent plc shares at a discounted rate
• Dedicated training and development with our Academy
• Electric vehicle scheme and retail offers
• Two paid volunteering days per year