Construction Manager (Civils)

NRL; Enfield; On-site; GBP 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

NRL in Enfield seeks an experienced Construction Manager to oversee planning and delivery of civil engineering works on a major project. You will lead site operations, manage teams, and ensure health and safety standards align with the programme and budget.

You will drive quality assurance, coordinate with subcontractors and stakeholders, monitor progress and risks, and optimise resources to deliver safely, on time and within cost.

Qualifications

• Substantial experience as a Construction Manager or senior site lead in civil engineering.
• Knowledge of groundworks, structures and site operations.
• Strong leadership to manage multi-disciplinary teams.
• Understanding of health and safety legislation and site compliance.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills for reporting.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate all construction activities across civil works packages
• Manage site teams, subcontractors, and key stakeholders to maintain project performance
• Maintain accurate programme tracking and proactively resolve any delays or issues
• Drive full compliance with health, safety, and environmental standards across all works
• Ensure quality assurance procedures and specifications are adhered to throughout delivery
• Oversee site resources, logistics, and planning to maintain operational efficiency
• Provide progress reports, risk assessments, and leadership input to the wider project team

Skills

Construction management

Site leadership

Civil engineering

Health and safety

Stakeholder management

Job description

Summary

We’re looking for an experienced Construction Manager to oversee the planning and delivery of civil engineering works on a major project in Enfield. This leadership role involves managing site operations, ensuring robust safety standards, quality compliance, and the efficient execution of works in line with programme and budget objectives.

Location

Enfield – full details will be provided during the recruitment process.

Client Overview

Our client is a respected construction organisation, recognised for successfully delivering complex civil and infrastructure projects with a strong commitment to safety and technical excellence.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate all construction activities across civil works packages
• Manage site teams, subcontractors, and key stakeholders to maintain project performance
• Maintain accurate programme tracking and proactively resolve any delays or issues
• Drive full compliance with health, safety, and environmental standards across all works
• Ensure quality assurance procedures and specifications are adhered to throughout delivery
• Oversee site resources, logistics, and planning to maintain operational efficiency
• Provide progress reports, risk assessments, and leadership input to the wider project team

Must-have Requirements

• Substantial experience as a Construction Manager or senior site lead within civil engineering
• In-depth knowledge of groundworks, structures, and associated site operations
• Strong leadership capability with the ability to manage multi-disciplinary teams
• Excellent understanding of health and safety legislation and site compliance requirements
• Effective communication and organisational skills for managing stakeholders and reporting

We welcome applications from every walk of life and are committed to diversity within the industries we support, as a certified Inclusive Recruiter and Armed Forces friendly employer.