Construction Manager

Tata Steel UK; Port Talbot; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Market competitive salary

35 days holidays per annum

Annual Pay Review

Bonus Scheme

Ongoing Tata Steel training

Defined contribution pension (10% ER /

Employee discounts and parking

Job summary

Tata Steel UK is seeking a Construction Manager in Port Talbot to lead a large-scale industrial construction programme. You will coordinate multi-discipline works, drive the project schedule, and supervise resources to deliver to milestones while upholding safety standards.

The role requires strong leadership, collaboration with engineers and procurement, and experience with BIM and planning tools. A degree in Civil Engineering or related field is preferred.

Qualifications

• Significant experience leading industrial construction on large-scale projects.
• Strong knowledge of steel fabrication, welding, and complex facilities.
• Proficient with project planning tools and BIM environments.
• Experience embedding safe systems of work on busy sites.

Responsibilities

• Lead construction activities across a large, complex site to meet milestones.
• Coordinate works across disciplines, contractors and stakeholders.
• Plan and guide construction schedule, manage resources and progress.
• Support engineering and procurement teams, ensuring alignment with milestones.
• Own site safety and compliance, mentor teams and resolve on-site challenges.

Skills

Construction leadership

Industrial construction

Planning & scheduling

HSE leadership

Cross-functional coordination

Education

Civil Engineering

Construction Management

PMP/PRINCE2 (advantage)

Tools

Primavera P6

MS Project

BIM environments

Job description

Port Talbot, Neath Port Talbot, United Kingdom

Job Description

Job Title: Construction Manager

Department: Projects

Location: Port Talbot (SA13)

Contract: 2-3 year Fixed Term

Closing Date: 14th August 2026

Interviews: W/C 17th August 2026

We believe that our strength is not just in our steel but the diversity of our workforce. Our people make the difference.

What you will do

Project Invictus is one of the most ambitious industrial programmes in Europe and represents a once‑in‑a‑generation opportunity to shape the future of steelmaking in the UK. As Construction Manager, you will play a central role in delivering a groundbreaking megaproject that will transform our operations and support the transition to a more sustainable, modern steel industry.

In this role, you will take responsibility for leading construction activities across a large and complex site. You will coordinate works across multiple disciplines, contractors and stakeholders to ensure safe, efficient and high‑quality project delivery. Your work will involve planning and guiding the construction schedule, managing resources, supporting engineering and procurement teams and ensuring all activities remain aligned with project milestones.

You will also take ownership of site safety and compliance, maintaining high standards across all construction areas. Strong leadership will be a key part of your day, from mentoring teams to resolving on‑site challenges and supporting decision making. You will work closely with senior project leaders, providing clear updates on progress, risks and opportunities to keep the project on track. This is a fast‑paced role that blends technical awareness, strategic thinking and on‑the‑ground leadership.

If you enjoy managing large programmes of work, thrive on collaboration and want to be part of a project that will leave a lasting legacy, this role offers the chance to make a genuine impact.

What you will need

You will bring significant experience in industrial construction management, ideally within large‑scale or complex engineering projects. A strong understanding of steel fabrication, welding practices and industrial facility construction will be important. You should be confident using construction management tools and planning software such as Primavera P6 or MS Project and familiar with BIM environments.

Safety leadership is essential. You should have a deep understanding of HSE requirements and experience embedding safe systems of work across busy construction sites. Your ability to work with contractors, engineering teams and senior stakeholders will be vital, along with strong organisational and problem‑solving skills.

A degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management or a related field is preferred, and additional project management qualifications such as PMP or PRINCE2 would be an advantage. Experience working in cross‑cultural or international project environments will also be useful.

This role suits someone who is decisive, calm under pressure and able to bring clarity and structure to complex situations. Most importantly, you will be motivated by the challenge of delivering work that will shape the future of steelmaking and the communities around it.

Tata Steel UK offers their employees significant benefits packages. For this role, you will benefit from:

• A market competitive salary
• 35 days holidays per annum
• Annual Pay Review
• Bonus Scheme – subject to business performance
• Ongoing Tata Steel training, which has built a reputation as one of the best within the industry
• One of the UK’s leading defined contribution pension schemes (10% employer contribution / 6% employee contribution)

We also have an extensive list of lifestyle benefits including free onsite parking at all of our sites, an employee assistance programme as well as Employee discount scheme for companies including Vodafone, Jaguar Land Rover and also various local services.

Why us?

Tata Steel is one of the world’s top 10 steel producers. The combined group has an annual aggregate crude steel capacity of more than 33 million tonnes with approximately 80,000 employees across four continents. We’re part of the Tata Group, one of the largest, most diverse conglomerates in the world with businesses in the UK including Tata Steel, Jaguar Land Rover and Tetley Tea.

Sustainabilityis at the very heart of what we do and we are dedicated to managing our operations responsibly and to continuouslyimprovingour performance. Innovating for tomorrow, making a positive impact today.

Tata Steel in the UK is committed to our ambition of reducing energy consumption and to becoming a carbon neutral steelmaker by 2045