Construction Manager

Penguin Recruitment; Worcester; On-site; GBP 68,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consultancy firm near Worcester is seeking an experienced Construction Manager to oversee diverse construction projects. The ideal candidate will have a degree in a relevant field, extensive experience managing construction-based projects, and strong leadership skills. This role offers a competitive salary, benefits including pension and progression opportunities, as well as the chance to work on high-profile regional projects.

Benefits

Employee pension scheme

Enhanced annual leave allowance

Company vehicle

Possibility for hybrid working

Progression opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience managing construction projects in a UK consultancy setting.
• Extensive team management experience.
• Proven track record of client liaison.
• Expertise in interpreting construction and build designs.
• Proficient in resource procurement.

Responsibilities

• Oversee successful project completion and handover.
• Conduct site visits and document findings.
• Manage resource allocation and budgets.
• Supervise team members ensuring high standards.
• Provide mentorship and training to colleagues.

Skills

Managing construction-based projects

Leading high-performing teams

Liaising with clients

Interpreting designs

Outstanding communication skills

Knowledge of construction techniques

Education

Degree in a relevant field

Job description

Overview

Job Title: Construction Manager

Ref. No.: CJD(phone number removed)E

Location: Based near Worcester

Salary: Circa £80,000

This is an exciting opportunity to join a highly-respected, eco-conscious Multidisciplinary Consultancy, renowned for lending their expertise to a diverse range of projects across the civil/structural engineering, geotechnical, and telecommunications engineering landscapes. They are searching for a driven, experienced Construction Manager to oversee an array of construction and build projects, who is willing to lead an expanding team of experts in the field. The successful candidate should expect to be based out of the Head Office, located not far from the vibrant, historical city of Worcester.

Benefits

• Competitive salary (commensurate with experience you bring to the role)
• Employee pension scheme
• Enhanced annual leave allowance
• Sick pay
• Company vehicle
• Possibility opportunities for hybrid working
• Progression opportunities
• Access to a range of high-profile projects across the region

Responsibilities

• Processing handover of works, overseeing the successful completion of projects
• Undertaking site visits, and documenting these accordingly
• Interpreting designs and drawings produced by colleagues, and formulating construction programmes to deliver these
• Liaising with and managing clients and other stakeholders, at various points during the projects being undertaken
• Overseeing the allocation of resource, budgets, and other necessary aspects of project delivery
• Supervising a highly-talented and diverse team of individuals, ensuring they carry out work to the highest of standards
• Providing adequate mentorship and training to colleagues within the Construction/Built Team
• Facilitating Continuing Professional Development (CPD) for colleagues within the team
• Managing resource and materials allocation and procurement
• Enforcing all relevant health and safety standards and protocols

Required skills and experience

• A Degree (or equivalent qualification/experience) in a relevant field
• Experience of managing construction-based projects, in a UK consultancy setting
• Extensive experience of leading/managing a high-performing team of colleagues
• Demonstrable experience of liaising with/managing a diverse range of clients and other stakeholders, throughout the successful delivery of projects
• Experience of interpreting construction and build works designs and drawings
• Proven experience of working with piling
• Demonstrable experience of procuring resources, with a view to successfully delivering projects within the sector
• Excellent working knowledge of a range of different construction techniques, including building structures and materials
• Outstanding communication (written and verbal) and interpersonal skills
• A willingness to travel to the head office (based near to Worcester) approximately two to three times each month
• Hold a full, valid UK driving licence

Desirable

• Excellent numeracy and literacy skills
• Good local knowledge

How to apply

If you are interested in the role of Construction Manager, please contact Caroline Davis at Penguin Recruitment. Please also see our website for a range of other roles currently available. This is a permanent role. Penguin Recruitment is operating as a recruitment agency in respect to this vacancy.