Construction Manager

Metlen Energy & Metals Plc

Torness

On-site

GBP 70,000 - 110,000

Full time

8 hours ago

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Job summary

METLEN Energy & Metals is seeking a Construction Manager to join the Grid & Digital Solutions team for the EGL1 Project at Torness. You will lead all on-site construction activities and coordinate with engineering, planning and client teams to ensure delivery on time, within budget and to quality standards.

With 10+ years of experience and SMSTS/CSCS, you will drive safety and quality across subcontractors and site resources, while maintaining rigorous project documentation and reporting.

Qualifications

10+ years' experience delivering construction works on major EPC, power, HVDC, substation or infrastructure projects.
Degree, HNC/HND or equivalent qualification in Engineering, Construction Management or related discipline.
Proven experience managing subcontractors and multidisciplinary site teams.
Strong knowledge of health, safety and quality management within a construction environment.
Experience working to project schedules and coordinating multiple work fronts.
SMSTS and CSCS qualifications are essential.
Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel as required.

Responsibilities

Lead and coordinate all on-site construction activities, ensuring works are delivered safely, on time, within budget and to the required quality standards.
Promote a strong health, safety and environmental culture across the project and contractor teams.
Manage subcontractors, site resources, plant and materials to ensure efficient project delivery.
Drive construction activities in line with the project programme, identifying and mitigating delivery risks.
Coordinate with engineering, planning, commissioning and client teams for successful project execution.
Monitor progress, maintain project documentation and provide regular reporting on construction performance.
Support testing, commissioning and project handover activities.

Skills

Communication

Stakeholder management

Leadership

Education

Engineering degree or equivalent

HNC/HND or equivalent qualification

Tools

SMSTS

CSCS

UK driving licence

Job description

AtMETLEN Energy & Metals, we are catalysts for a sustainable future, positioned at the forefront of the energy transition while being a reference point for competitive green metallurgy at both the European and global levels. We are a global industrial and energy company operating across two highly interconnected and complementary sectors: Energy and Metals. With a consolidated turnover of €5,683 million and an EBITDA of €1,080 million, along with a workforce of over 7,627 dedicated individuals, we drive success through cutting-edge technology and diverse talent.

We are committed to embracing new state-of-the-art technologies and advancements, propelling us towards a cleaner, brighter tomorrow. Our positive footprint extends across five continents, creating a lasting impact. At METLEN, we foster a culture of resilience, challenge, respect, excellence, andchange, empowering our diverse workforce to achieve remarkable outcomes.

Job Description

Construction Manager

12/11/2026 Job Description:

We are looking for aConstruction Manager to join the Grid & Digital Solutions team within Metlen's Thermal Power & HVDC division, supporting the delivery of the EGL1 Project based in Torness.

The role will encompass:

Lead and coordinate all on-site construction activities, ensuring works are delivered safely, on time, within budget and to the required quality standards.
Promote a strong health, safety and environmental culture across the project and contractor teams.
Manage subcontractors, site resources, plant and materials to ensure efficient project delivery.
Drive construction activities in line with the project programme, identifying and mitigating delivery risks.
Coordinate closely with engineering, planning, commissioning and client teams to ensure successful project execution.
Monitor progress, maintain project documentation and provide regular reporting on construction performance.
Support testing, commissioning and project handover activities.

What you bring to the role:

10+ years' experience delivering construction works on major EPC, power, transmission, HVDC, substation or infrastructure projects.
Degree, HNC/HND or equivalent qualification in Engineering, Construction Management or a related discipline.
Proven experience managing subcontractors and multidisciplinary site teams.
Strong knowledge of health, safety and quality management within a construction environment.
Experience working to project schedules and coordinating multiple work fronts.
Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
SMSTS and CSCS qualifications are essential.
Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel as required.

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At Metlen Energy & Metals we are proud to have Diversity and Inclusion at the centre of everything we do. We are committed to Equal Employment Opportunity regardless of race, colour, national origin, ethnicity, gender, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or religion.

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