Construction Manager

Balfour Beatty plc; Derby; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading company for a key role as a Construction Manager to oversee a significant upgrade project in Derby, supporting vital national infrastructure. With a focus on building strong stakeholder relationships and managing project delivery, you'll ensure projects are on time and budget, all while adhering to the highest quality standards.

Benefits

Smart working with flexibility and up to 40% remote working

25 days paid annual leave

Family-friendly policies (28 weeks full pay for maternity/adoption leave)

Pension and share incentive plan

Qualifications

• Experience in construction management within infrastructure or building sectors.
• Understanding of construction methods and health & safety regulations.
• Experience on NEC or JCT contracts is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Lead on-site construction delivery of a major infrastructure project.
• Manage subcontractors and ensure works are carried out safely and efficiently.
• Coordinate project logistics, resources, schedules, and report on progress.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Health & Safety

Education

SMSTS Certification

CSCS Certification

First Aid at Work Certification

Job description

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About the role

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About the role

Join Balfour Beatty, as we embark on a major upgrade to a Rolls-Royce facility in Derby, this a major project supporting the UK Government's industrial and defence capabilities. This is a unique opportunity for a proven Construction Manager to lead the delivery of complex, high-value construction in a secure, highly regulated environment.

Joining our Major Projects team where you will lead multidisciplinary teams, manage client and stakeholder relationships, and ensure the project is delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards.

What you'll be doing

As a Construction Manager you will:

• Leading the on-site construction delivery of a major infrastructure project

• Managing subcontractors and ensuring works are carried out safely, efficiently, and to spec

• Coordinating project logistics, resources, schedules, and reporting on progress

• Driving high standards of health & safety, quality control, and environmental compliance

• Collaborating closely with clients, designers, engineers, and other stakeholders

• Identifying risks and resolving issues to maintain momentum and programme targets.

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What we’re looking for:



Who we're looking for

You will have the following:

• Experience in construction management within the infrastructure or building sectors

• Strong leadership and communication skills with a track record of successful project delivery

• A practical understanding of construction methods, sequencing, and health & safety regulations

• Experience working on NEC or JCT contracts is advantageous

• SMSTS, CSCS, and First Aid at Work certifications required

• Ability to lead teams and manage subcontractor relationships effectively.

Why work for us

Day in, day out, our teams deliver some of the UK’s most ambitious, exciting and meaningful projects; developing, building and maintaining the vital infrastructure that supports national economies and strengthens communities.

Why join us?

As if contributing to and supporting work that makes life better for millions wasn’t rewarding enough, we offer a full range of benefits too. You’ll have the freedom to shape the package that’s right for you and your life. Here are some of our key benefits:

- Smart working, giving you more flexibility such as staggered start and finish times, with up to 40% remote working, where roles allow.
- 25 days paid annual leave (pro rata)
- Family friendly policies which include 28 weeks full pay for maternity/adoption leave and four weeks full pay for paternity/partners leave
- Pension, share incentive plan, volunteering leave, recognition schemes and much more…

About us

Balfour Beatty’s Major Projects business is delivering some of the UK’s most complex and iconic infrastructure projects including HS2, the new high-speed railway and the first nuclear power station in a generation, Hinkley Point C. Using the latest technology, we’re driving productivity and creating a lasting legacy by delivering sustainable solutions that strengthen communities.

From consultancy and design, to all aspects of construction and maintenance. We have the proven expertise to deliver large-scale projects safely and successfully.

Diversity and inclusion

At Balfour Beatty we believe that diversity and inclusion are essential components of any successful, happy workplace. Through our Value Everyone Diversity and Inclusion Strategy and Action Plan, we are growing our diverse workforce and developing our inclusive culture where everyone is able to thrive and reach their full potential, regardless of their identity or background. To find out how we are making this a reality, visitwww.balfourbeatty.com/diversityandinclusion

To help and support us with our desired commitment to create an inclusive culture we are members of WISE, enei, Business Disability Forum and the Association for Black and Minority Ethnic Engineers (AFBE). In 2020, we signed the Audeliss and Involve Open Letter to demonstrate our commitment to taking key long term and sustainable actions on Black Inclusion. Balfour Beatty is also a Gold Award holder in the Ministry of Defence 'Employer Recognition Scheme' and actively encourage applications from Armed Forces personnel, veterans and reservists.

As a Disability Confident Employer, we are committed to working with people who have disabilities and long-term health conditions to remove barriers for them in obtaining employment. We are also committed to offering applicants with a disability an interview if they meet the minimum requirements for the role. For more info, visit:https://disabilityconfident.campaign.gov.uk/

We are looking to continually improve our resourcing process and ensure that it is fair and inclusive for all. If you have any feedback on the process, please share this with us at:[e-mail]

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Not Applicable

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

• Industries

  Utility System Construction

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