Construction Manager

NG Bailey; Greater London; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering services company is seeking a Construction Manager to oversee delivery for a major 132kV project. Responsibilities include planning safe construction works, managing the project timetable, and ensuring compliance with health and safety standards. The ideal candidate will have experience in delivering EHV/HV construction schemes and hold necessary certifications. This role offers competitive pay and flexible benefits in a supportive environment focusing on employee growth.

Benefits

Pension with up to 8% employer contribution

25 days Annual Leave + Bank Holidays

Salary sacrifice car scheme

Private Medical Insurance

Free 24/7 Employee Assistance Program

Flexible benefits including Gym Memberships

Personal development programme

Qualifications

• Experience delivering EHV/HV construction schemes at 132/66kV.
• Civils or electrical bias with multi-discipline experience.
• IOSH and Streetworks NRSWA are desirable.

Responsibilities

• Plan and oversee safe delivery of construction works.
• Manage project construction programme and report progress.
• Ensure compliance with CDM regulations.

Skills

Project management

Communication skills

Problem-solving skills

Education

SMSTS and appropriate CSCS/ECS card

CDM 2015 competency

Tools

Engineering drawings interpretation

Job description

Construction Manager

Location: London / South East (travel to London sites required) Full-time, Permanent Competitive + Flexible Benefits

Freedom's Major Projects team has an exciting opportunity for a Construction Manager to take ownership of construction delivery for a major 132kV project, including substation and underground cable works.

Some of the key deliverables in this role will include:

• Plan and oversee safe delivery of construction works in line with Freedom and client standards.
• Manage project construction programme and report progress.
• Implement quality management processes on site (ITPs, documentation, inspections).
• Interpret engineering drawings and resolve queries with project teams.
• Coordinate with Project Manager, Engineering, and Commercial teams to manage risks and issues.
• Ensure compliance with CDM regulations and maintain a strong health and safety culture.
• Motivate and manage Freedom and supply chain teams to deliver high‑quality work.
• Resource planning and coordination for internal and external teams.
• Prepare and check key safety documentation (CPP, RAMS, permits).

What We're Looking For:

• Experience delivering EHV/HV construction schemes at 132/66kV (ICP, Private Networks, or DNO preferred).
• Civils or electrical bias with multi‑discipline experience.
• SMSTS and appropriate CSCS/ECS card.
• CDM 2015 competency.
• IOSH and Streetworks NRSWA (desirable).
• Strong communication and problem‑solving skills.

Benefits:

• Pension with a leading provider and up to 8% employer contribution
• 25 days Annual Leave + Bank Holidays
• Salary sacrifice car scheme (Hybrid/Electric Vehicle)
• Personal Wellbeing and Volunteer Days
• Private Medical Insurance
• Free 24/7 365 Employee Assistance Program
• Flexible benefits including Dental Insurance, Gym Memberships, Travel Insurance, Tax Free Bikes
• Personal development programme

Next Steps:

As a business, we're on a journey to build on our culture where everyone is included, treated fairly and with respect. This starts with recruitment and how we bring people into the organisation.

We'll do our best to outline the recruitment process to you ahead of time with plenty of notice. If you require any accommodations to participate in the application or interview process, please let us know and we will work with you to ensure your needs are met.

About Us:

Freedom are part of the NG Bailey Group, one of the leading independent engineering and services businesses in the UK. Founded in 1921, with a turnover of £500m and 3000 employees, we are proud of our history of developing great people through our investment in training.

Working across a variety of sectors within the building and infrastructure industry, our innovative, responsible and forward thinking approach allows us to work on fantastic ground-breaking projects, providing solutions using the latest tools and technologies.

Progression is something we value and we will make sure that when you join us you have a clearly defined development path, supported by regular reviews, training and ongoing support to enable you to be the best you can be.