Construction Manager

Construction Manager - Water Infrastructure
Location: East of England (hybrid working available)
Salary: Competitive + package

A new opportunity is open for a Construction Manager to lead the site delivery of civil and MEICA works across water and wastewater schemes. You'll be responsible for managing site teams, ensuring safety, quality and time targets are met, and that the work aligns with wider programme goals.

This is a key leadership role focused on operational site management, while also taking ownership of health and safety compliance, environmental standards, and workforce planning.

The Role

• Lead and manage a team of Site Managers and direct delivery staff across multiple sites
• Take responsibility for delivering projects safely, on time, and to budget
• Act as Principal Contractor under CDM, ensuring site compliance with regulations and internal policies
• Review Construction Phase Plans and RAMS to make sure they are suitable and complete
• Oversee the performance of subcontractors and suppliers, ensuring safety and quality standards are met
• Work closely with project delivery teams to support constructability reviews and planning
• Identify risks, resource shortfalls, and delivery challenges early-take steps to resolve them quickly
• Drive efficient ways of working on-site to reduce time, cost, and environmental impact
• Support short-term and long-term labour and plant planning, escalating any issues as needed
• Ensure all site staff and supply chain have correct training and certification
• Contribute to customer satisfaction targets by reducing disruption and maintaining good communication
• Ensure all contractual and commercial notices are raised in a timely way by the delivery teams

What We're Looking For

• Solid background in managing site-based construction teams in the infrastructure sector
• Experienced in acting as Principal Contractor under CDM
• Good working knowledge of NEC contracts, HSE legislation, cost control, and programme delivery
• Confident leader with strong people management skills and a practical, hands-on approach
• Able to work across several projects and keep a clear focus on safety, time, and cost
• Experience in the water industry is required
• Full UK driving licence

Desirable

• NEBOSH qualified
• HNC or similar qualification in construction or engineering

Sound like a fit?
If this sounds like your next move, please apply below.