Construction Manager (Barnsley, GB)

-; Barnsley; On-site; GBP 49,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Construction Manager to oversee operational activities in the North region. This pivotal role involves managing street lighting projects, ensuring safety and compliance while driving performance and efficiency. The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership skills and a solid understanding of electrical engineering principles. With a commitment to employee well-being and a supportive culture, this organization offers an award-winning benefits package and opportunities for career progression. If you are driven and passionate about operational excellence, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Holiday entitlement

Pension scheme

Life cover

Bonuses

Flexible benefits

Qualifications

• Proven ability to manage multiple operational teams across diverse activities.
• Understanding of electrical engineering and operational requirements.

Responsibilities

• Manage operational activities ensuring safety and compliance with quality objectives.
• Develop relationships with customers and manage operational performance.

Skills

Management of operational teams

Electrical engineering knowledge

Performance management

Health and safety qualifications (IOSH, NEBOSH)

Budgeting and cost management

Leadership skills

Driving license

Job description

Construction Manager

Here's what you'll be doing

Base location - Barnsley

Salary - £49,995 - £63,832 plus excellent employee benefits and career progression

Job Purpose

Manage the safe and economic delivery of operational activities associated with our "New Business" workstream within Lighting and Grid, across multiple depots within the North region. The work involves various street lighting projects and domestic connections, working with multiple clients and a team comprising Operational Supervisors, Commercial Engineers, Administrators, and field operatives, including Direct Labour & Sub-Contractors.

Engage with the New Business Contracts Manager to align with the North region's strategic and sustainable growth plan. Ensure the safe, effective, and efficient delivery of work is a key focus of this role.

Main Responsibilities of the role

1. Ensure all operational activities are managed and executed safely, meeting the company's time, cost, and quality objectives, and complying with environmental legislation and standards.
2. Manage supervisory and operational staff, including performance management, disciplinary issues, and performance improvements.
3. Manage operational performance to maximize efficiencies and meet financial targets.
4. Identify and implement operational synergies between depots within the North Region.
5. Develop and maintain relationships with existing and new customers.
6. Promote a culture of well-being and lead by example.
7. Manage employee attendance and support team development and training plans.
8. Take full accountability for the operational aspects of the North Region New Business workstream.
9. Develop regional work programs aligning resources with activity volumes to optimize performance and productivity.
10. Control costs and manage spend within operations for the workstream.

What we need from you

1. Proven ability to manage multiple operational teams across diverse activities.
2. Understanding of electrical engineering, technical, and operational requirements.
3. Track record of delivering operational performance targets, including finance and customer service.
4. Personal drive and motivational skills.
5. Knowledge of management accounting, budgeting, and cost-saving opportunities.
6. Understanding of health and safety responsibilities, with relevant safety qualifications (e.g., IOSH, NEBOSH).
7. Leadership skills to motivate and manage teams towards excellence.
8. Supportive management style aligned with HR policies.
9. Effective team development through performance management.
10. Competence in managing people processes and ensuring policy compliance.
11. Full valid driving license.

Here's what you need to know

Award-winning benefits package including holiday entitlement, pension scheme, life cover, bonuses, and flexible benefits. Recognized for family-friendly and hybrid policies. Committed to diversity and inclusion, supporting disabled applicants, and offering development opportunities.

At a glance

Reference no.: 235368
Closing date: 21/05/2025
Salary: £49,995 - £63,832

Get in touch

For more information, contact: [e-mail]

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