Construction Manager

Mace; Leiston; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction and project management firm is seeking a Senior Construction Manager for the Sizewell C project in Suffolk. You will oversee construction operations, ensure high safety standards and manage key stakeholder relationships. Ideal candidates will have relevant qualifications, substantial experience in civil projects, and a commitment to sustainable practices.

Qualifications

• Experience on medium to large-scale infrastructure civil projects.
• Ability to build lasting client relationships.
• Experience in Highways, Rail, Utilities, Site management, Earthworks, Piling.

Responsibilities

• Work with senior construction delivery team and project leadership.
• Engage with clients to turn their vision into a deliverable onsite plan.
• Monitor health and safety arrangements throughout the construction phase.

Skills

Construction management expertise

Relationship building

Health and safety knowledge

Education

Degree or industry-recognised qualification in construction management or civil engineering

SMSTS or IOSH qualification

Job description

Senior Construction Manager – Infrastructure, Civil & Build (Nuclear New Build, Sizewell C)

Opportunity to join Mace on the Sizewell C Project, a 3.2‑gigawatt low‑carbon power station in Suffolk that will generate electricity for around 6 million homes.

Responsibilities

• You will work as part of the senior construction delivery team, taking direction from the construction lead and project senior leadership team, providing guidance to the wider team.
• You will build relationships to manage and influence senior stakeholders, both internally and externally.
• You will build a strong working relationship with your clients and support the construction lead in turning the client's vision into a deliverable onsite plan.
• Plan, manage, monitor and coordinate the construction works, reporting to the construction site director.
• Support the review and approval of contractor risk managements by the PC team.
• Support the on‑going development of the construction phase plan, its implementation and compliance on site.
• Support and monitor arrangements for managing health and safety throughout the construction phase.
• Consult and engage with workers about their health, safety and welfare.
• Monitor site to ensure that suitable welfare facilities are provided from the start and maintained throughout the construction phase.
• Support and ensure that all workers have site‑specific inductions and any further information and training they need.
• Support and monitor arrangements to prevent unauthorised access to the site wherever practicable.
• You will work to ensure that budgets and other operations are fiscally and ethically viable and meet organisational and legislative compliance obligations.
• You will support the senior construction delivery team in influencing the long‑term development of strategy for a function or Business Unit (BU), creating a sustainable business future.
• You will commit to making a positive impact for our people, our clients and our planet, and take ownership for holding others to account who do not uphold the Mace values.

Qualifications

• Degree or other industry‑recognised qualification in construction management, civil engineering or a similar related sector.
• SMSTS or IOSH qualification holder.
• Experience on medium to large‑scale infrastructure civil projects.
• Experience in the delivery of more than one of the key disciplines Highways, Rail, Utilities, Sitement, Earthworks, Piling.
• Good knowledge of health and safety and CDM requirements.
• Ability to build lasting client relationships and lead strong, motivated teams.
• Membership of MCIOB, MAPM, MRICS, MICE or equivalent demonstrable professional or personal development.
• Construction management expertise.

About the Project

Sizewell C will be a close copy of Hinkley Point C, already under construction in Somerset. These new power stations will play a key role in our energy future, supplying reliable, clean electricity for at least 60 years. The role requires you to work from the project site in Suffolk at least four days per week and a BPSS security clearance.

About Mace

Mace is an inclusive employer that welcomes interest from a diverse range of candidates. We do not discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation, and we welcome applications from all sections of the community.

Why Join Us

For more than 60 years, nuclear power stations in the UK have been quietly keeping Britain fuelled with massive amounts of home‑grown energy. Our teams across the country are proudly continuing to serve the nation, while also developing careers and upskilling generations.

Other Information

To apply, you must have evidence of right to work in the UK. Even if you feel you do not fulfil all the criteria, please apply as you may still be the best candidate for this role or another role within our organisation.

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