Construction Manager

Amey; Liverpool; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company car/allowance

Career growth

Training opportunities

Pension

Holidays 24 days

Job summary

Amey is seeking a Construction Manager – Rail Signalling to join our Eastern and Southern team on-site at multiple locations. The role focuses on supervising signalling construction works, coordinating resources, and delivering programmes while ensuring compliance with safety and contract requirements.

You will support the Project Manager and Construction Manager in safe delivery, attend site regularly (including nights), and manage sub-contractors and direct labour to achieve project outcomes.

Qualifications

• Experience delivering signalling construction projects across multidisciplinary interfaces (Track, Civils, OLE, E&P, Telecoms).
• Ability to read and interpret P6 programmes and project plans.
• Desirable IRSE license and safety qualifications (NEBOSH/IOSH/CITB SMSTS).
• Understanding of CDM requirements and AMP process.
• Driving licence and willingness to work irregular hours/site nights.

Responsibilities

• Support the Project Manager and Construction Manager in safe, efficient delivery of allocated contracts.
• Supervise and coordinate construction activities; manage resources, costs and programme delivery.
• Produce site records and planning documentation to enable progress tracking.
• Order and receipt of site deliverables; ensure timely goods receipts.
• Supervise subcontractors and direct labour on site.

Skills

Signalling construction

P6 programmes reading

IRSE license

CDM understanding

NEBOSH/IOSH

Driving licence

Tools

PTS

Job description

Title: Construction Manager

Requisition ID: 12328

We are excited to offer a fantastic opportunity for a Permanent Construction Manager – Rail Signalling to join our dynamic Eastern and Southern team at Bedford or Doncaster. 37.5 hrs per week, on-site.

The role is one of site supervision and based generally in a site environment. It is a requirement of the role to attend site on a regular basis (including some nights).

In this role, you will support the Project Manager and Principal Construction Manager in the safe and efficient delivery of allocated contracts, ensuring compliance with all relevant legislation, Amey procedures, contract specifications, and programme requirements. The role involves supervising and coordinating construction activities, effectively managing resources, costs, and programme delivery to achieve successful project outcomes.

This role offers a great opportunity to work with one of NR main contractors on Signalling frameworks across the Eastern region.

What You’ll Do

• Provide support during tenders with methodology’s, pricing and programmes in relation to Signalling construction works.
• Produce risk assessments and put in place adequate control measures when required.
• Provide information to planning teams to ensure accurate site paperwork can be produced.
• Preparation of resource schedules, Work Package Plans, Task Briefings and permits.
• Responsible for ordering and receipt of site deliverables (Materials and Plant), timely returns of goods receipts notices utilising Amey’s approved supply chain.
• Responsible for the submission of accurate site records to enable effective monitoring of programme and cost plans as requested to agreed format as applicable.
• Supervise sub-contractors, contract staff and direct labour for allocated site activities.

Why Join Us?

At Amey, We Don’t Just Offer Jobs, We Offer Opportunities To Build Fulfilling Careers. As One Of The Top 1% Of Employers Recognised By Investors In People, We Are Committed To Your Professional Growth And Wellbeing. Here’s What You Can Expect When You Join Our Team

• Competitive Salary: Enjoy a competitive annual salary with the potential for yearly reviews to ensure you’re rewarded for your contributions.
• Company Car: Select from an electric company vehicle or receive a generous car allowance, supporting our ambitious journey to carbon net zero!
• Career Growth: Propel your career with clear, dynamic advancement opportunities to roles like Senior Construction Manager.
• Training Opportunities: Unlock your potential with comprehensive training, including fully funded apprenticeship or professional membership, 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

• Previous experience of Signalling construction project delivery with experience of multidisciplinary interfaces -i.e. Track, Civils, OLE, E&P and Telecoms
• Understanding of railway planning and staging including ability to read P6 programmes
• IRSE licensed – Desirable
• Understanding commercial processes and requirements.
• NEBOSH or IOSH Managing Safely and or CITB SMSTS
• Understanding of CDM
• Understanding of the AMP process
• Understanding of testing procedures (SMTH/SWTH)
• PTS
• Driving Licence

If you’re ready to make a meaningful impact on our business and contribute to a shared, sustainable future, we invite you to join us in advancing our strategy and driving positive change.

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.