Construction Manager

Kier Group plc.; Maidwell; Presencial; GBP 56.000 - 68.000; Tempo integral

Benefícios oferecidos por esta vaga

Private healthcare

Car allowance

Resumo da vaga

Kier Group plc. is seeking a Major Projects Construction Manager to lead projects from feasibility to delivery, collaborating with clients, project managers and design teams.

You will oversee the lifecycle, focusing on highways infrastructure, regeneration and active travel initiatives, while maintaining safety and quality standards. The role demands strong leadership, stakeholder management and a proven track record delivering large-scale highway works in live environments.

Qualificações

• Degree or HND in Civil Engineering with relevant industry certifications (SMSTS, NEBOSH General, Construction Certificate, NRSWA Supervisor).
• Experience as Principal Contractor under CDM Regulations and NEC4 conditions.
• Strong track record delivering highway renewal and maintenance schemes in live operational environments.
• Knowledge of MCHW and DMRB standards and highways best practices.
• Strong leadership and stakeholder management skills.

Responsabilidades

• Manage construction works in accordance with contract requirements and programme milestones.
• Fulfill Principal Contractor duties under CDM Regulations and NEC4 conditions.
• Lead Construction Phase Plan and monitor progress, implementing mitigations.
• Chair regular project meetings with clients, senior management, contractors and site teams; maintain stakeholder engagement.
• Oversee site operations, manage contractor performance and promote innovation and improvement.

Conhecimentos

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Contract management

Communication

Formação

Degree in Civil Engineering

HND in Civil Engineering

Descrição da vaga

As a Major Projects Construction Manager, you'll be working closely with clients, project managers, and design teams, providing leadership throughout the project lifecycle, from feasibility and mobilisation through to successful construction delivery. Projects include major highways infrastructure schemes, interchange and junction improvements, new-build highways, town centre regeneration, active travel initiatives, and maintenance works.

Day-to-day responsibilities

• Managing and administering construction works in accordance with contract requirements, ensuring compliance with project objectives and programme milestones
• Fulfilling Principal Contractor duties under CDM Regulations and NEC4 contract conditions, ensuring health, safety, environmental, and quality management systems are consistently applied
• Leading the implementation and ongoing management of the Construction Phase Plan, monitoring programme performance and implementing mitigation measures
• Chairing regular project meetings with clients, senior management, contractors, and site teams, maintaining effective communication and stakeholder engagement
• Overseeing site operations, managing contractor performance, and promoting innovation and continuous improvement across project teams

What we are looking for?

• Holds a degree or HND in Civil Engineering, or an equivalent qualification, alongside relevant industry certifications such as SMSTS, NEBOSH General and Construction Certificate, and NRSWA Supervisor
• Proven experience in fulfilling Principal Contractor duties under the CDM Regulations, including acting as NEC Supervisor and ensuring compliance with contractual, safety, and statutory requirements
• Brings a strong track record of delivering highway renewal, maintenance and improvement schemes within live operational environments, safely, on programme and within budget
• Strong working knowledge of the Manual of Contract Documents for Highway Works (MCHW) and a sound understanding of the Design Manual for Roads and Bridges (DMRB), ensuring compliance with highways standards, specifications, and best practice
• Is an effective communicator and leader, with strong stakeholder management skills and the ability to build collaborative relationships and lead teams successfully

Making Kier a diverse and inclusive place to work is a huge priority for us. We're proud of the steps we've taken so far, but we know we must always do more. Our employees are key in shaping Kier's diversity and inclusion initiatives and our people have made a huge impact on how we work, by using their experiences to shape our policies. You can see our D&I action plan here. As a Disability Confident employer, we will ensure that a fair and proportionate number of disabled applicants that meet the minimum criteria for this role will be offered an interview.

Location: Brixworth, Northants - site based 5 days per week

Hours: Permanent Fulltime 40 per week - some flexibility on hours available if desired, just let us know when you speak to us

Salary: up to £62,000 per year + £5,900 annual car allowance + private healthcare + benefits

We are unable to offer certificates of sponsorship to any candidates in this role.