Construction Manager

Amey; Aust; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company car / car allowance

Pension scheme

Holidays 24 days + bank holidays (+5)

Job summary

Amey in Bristol is seeking a Construction Manager to lead the SBIM contract across major bridges. You will supervise site teams, ensure health and safety compliance, and deliver maintenance and renewals with minimal disruption.

The role requires working at height and managing design options, risk assessments, and on-site operations. The successful candidate will mentor staff, coordinate resources, and support the commercial team with estimating and waste management, while progressing through a

Qualifications

• Experience managing construction projects with a focus on safety.
• Proven ability to manage on-site supervision and resources.
• Formal safety training and highway safety awareness required.

Responsibilities

• Ensure work complies with health and safety regulations and procedures.
• Plan, supervise and deliver maintenance and renewals on time and budget.
• Coordinate resources and oversee on-site operations, resolving issues.
• Review design options, contractor risk assessments and measurements.
• Capture resource use and support estimating and waste management.
• Mentor staff and apprentices and participate in on-call rota.

Skills

Lifting operations

Working at height

Project management

Highway safety

Education

HNC / HND Civil Engineering or equivalent

2Day SSSTS / 5 Day SMSTS

Job description

Title: Construction Manager

Requisition ID: 11108

We have a fantastic opportunity for a permanent Construction manager to join our Specialist Bridges Inspection and Maintenance (SBIM) contract in Bristol, working on the iconic Severn, Prince of Wales and Avonmouth Bridges.

The SBIM contract is to deliver the inspection and maintenance programme along with scheme on behalf of National Highways. This is a great opportunity to be part of delivering complex projects in the specialist structures industry.

Construction Manager plays an important part in managing the distribution of site supervision staff and ensure that they focus on the concepts of health and safety. Please note that you will be required to work at height and must be able to do so.

The standard hours of work are 40 hours per week

What You’ll Do

• Ensure all work is performed in line with health and safety regulations and develop safety procedures.
• Plan, supervise, and deliver maintenance and renewals projects on time and within budget, minimising traffic disruption.
• Coordinate required resources and oversee on-site operations, including resolving operational and safety issues.
• Review and manage design options, contractor risk assessments, and ensure accurate measurement and valuation of completed work.
• Capture resource use via digital tools and support commercial team with project estimating and waste management.
• Mentor staff and apprentices, manage teams using company systems, and participate in the emergency on-call rota.

Why Join Us?

• Competitive Salary: Enjoy a competitive annual salary with the potential for yearly reviews to ensure you’re rewarded for your contributions.
• Company Car / Car allowance
• Career Growth: Propel your career with clear, dynamic advancement opportunities to roles like Team Leader
• Training Opportunities: Unlock your potential with comprehensive training tailored to your growth.
• Personal Development Opportunities: Advance your personal growth through mentorship and access to our award-winning programs like our Leadership Development, Women@Amey, and Multicultural Leadership programs.
• Pension: Benefit from a generous pension scheme with company contributions for your future peace of mind.
• Holidays: Enjoy at least 24 days of holiday plus bank holidays, and the opportunity to buy further 5 days! Giving you plenty of time to relax and recharge.
• Flexible Benefits: Customise your benefits package with options like additional leave, cycle-to-work schemes, charitable giving, and gym memberships.
• Exclusive Discounts: Access our online portal filled with discounts from leading retailers, healthcare services, and more, helping you save on the things that matter.
• Social Impact: Take part in our community initiatives with 2x paid volunteering days a year, plus other opportunities to support fundraising and local projects.

What You’ll Bring

• HNC / HND Civil Engineering or similar.
• 2Day SSSTS / 5 Day SMSTS.
• Temporary Works supervisor / Temporary works co-ordinator.
• Experience of lifting operations and working at height.
• Competent in managing projects.
• Personal Highway Safety.

At Amey, we value a culture of diversity and inclusion. We encourage applications from individuals who are passionate about making a positive impact, no matter their background, gender, race, or personal circumstances. We believe everyone deserves the opportunity to shine.

As a Disability Confident leader, we’re proud to offer applicants with a disability an interview if they meet the minimum requirements for the role.