Construction Manager

Matchtech Group; Newport; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Our client in Newport is seeking a Construction Manager to lead major power infrastructure projects across South Wales, including 132kV substation works, cable diversions and upgrades. The role involves overseeing delivery, safety compliance and stakeholder coordination on large-scale projects.

Key responsibilities include driving pre-construction activities, monitoring spend, conducting site visits and ensuring delivery milestones are met through NEC3 contract frameworks.

Qualifications

• Significant technical and practical experience within the power and utilities industry.
• Experience working as a Construction Manager on complex infrastructure projects.
• Detailed understanding of construction delivery, health and safety and legislative compliance.
• Experience working with NEC3 contracts.

Responsibilities

• Manage designated construction projects through to successful completion in line with safety, technical and legislative requirements.
• Lead pre-construction activities and develop effective project delivery methodologies.
• Monitor project expenditure and support efficient spend control across multiple projects.
• Undertake regular site visits, attend project kick-off meetings and provide progress updates.
• Coordinate with Project Managers, clients and wider stakeholders to achieve key programme dates.
• Implement project execution plans in line with agreed delivery strategies.
• Provide visible leadership and promote collaborative working across project teams.
• Maintain proactive relationships with clients, contractors and supply chain partners.

Job description

Our client, a leading organisation within the energy and utilities sector, is seeking a Construction Manager to join its team in Imperial Park, Newport. This permanent role will involve leading major power infrastructure projects across South Wales, including power cable circuit installations, diversions, refurbishments and upgrades to a primary 132kV substation.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage designated construction projects through to successful completion in line with safety, technical and legislative requirements
• Lead pre-construction activities and develop effective project delivery methodologies
• Monitor project expenditure and support efficient spend control across multiple projects
• Undertake regular site visits, attend project kick-off meetings and provide progress updates
• Coordinate with Project Managers, clients and wider stakeholders to achieve key programme dates
• Implement project execution plans in line with agreed delivery strategies
• Provide visible leadership and promote collaborative working across project teams
• Maintain proactive relationships with clients, contractors and supply chain partners

Job Requirements:

• Significant technical and practical experience within the power and utilities industry
• Experience working as a Construction Manager on complex infrastructure projects
• Detailed understanding of construction delivery, health and safety and legislative compliance
• Experience working with NEC3 contracts