Construction Manager - Envelope

Sir Robert McAlpine; Scotland; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction company in Somerset is seeking a Construction Manager to oversee a £60 million project. The role includes leading various teams to ensure compliance and managing risks. Essential qualifications include major project management experience and expertise in construction engineering. The company values diversity and inclusion, encouraging applications from all backgrounds.

Benefits

Performance-related progression opportunities

Flexible benefits tailored to your lifestyle

Qualifications

• Up-to-date SMSTS and relevant Construction Skills Certificate Card required.
• Experience in leadership and human resource management essential.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team during the construction project.
• Ensure compliance with contract documents and specifications.
• Identify and mitigate programme risks.

Skills

Strong leadership skills

Experience managing multi-million-pound building projects

Knowledge of building products, construction details, rules, regulations, and quality standards

Familiarity with construction software

Strategic thinking and effective planning skills

Education

Degree in civil or structural engineering, construction management, or related field

Qualifications such as NEBOSH and SMSTS

Membership in a professional body (CIOB, ICE)

Tools

Asta PowerProjects

Navisworks

Trimble Fieldview

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Client:

Sir Robert McAlpine

Location:

Somerset, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Job Reference:

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Posted:

01.08.2025

Expiry Date:

15.09.2025

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Job Description:

Sir Robert McAlpine has secured a prestigious contract to construct a state-of-the-art Battery Manufacturing Facility. The initial phase includes the design and construction of a new 15GWh lithium-ion battery facility, ancillary buildings, and site-wide external works.

This Construction Manager role will oversee the £60 million Envelope Package of our £850 million project in Bridgwater, Somerset.

With a history spanning 155 years, Sir Robert McAlpine has contributed to some of the UK's most iconic buildings and projects. Our success stems from our dedicated people— a family-owned business fostering a culture that brings out the best in individuals and teams. Join us to continue our legacy and shape Britain's future heritage.

The Construction Manager role:

Reporting to the Project Manager, you will lead a team of Section Managers, Package Engineers, works staff, and subcontractors to deliver the project safely and efficiently. You will ensure compliance with contract documents, specifications, and drawings, and oversee operations during pre-construction and construction phases. You may act as Project Manager during absences.

You will coordinate with internal departments and external agencies, including Architects, Engineers, Construction Workers, Sub-contractors, Client agents, Clerk of Works, and Site Staff. Additionally, you will identify and mitigate programme risks and address process shortcomings. Embody the SRM Values and the McAlpine Way through the Build Sure Commitments, serving as a role model and fostering a high-performance, inclusive team environment.

Your profile:

• Strong leadership skills
• Experience managing multi-million-pound building projects
• Knowledge of building products, construction details, rules, regulations, and quality standards
• Familiarity with construction software (Asta PowerProjects, Navisworks, Trimble Fieldview desirable)
• Understanding of various contract types (NEC4, JCT D&B)
• Proficiency in construction software
• Strategic thinking and effective planning skills
• Leadership and human resource management skills
• Qualifications such as NEBOSH and SMSTS are desirable
• A degree in civil or structural engineering, construction management, or related field
• Up-to-date SMSTS and relevant Construction Skills Certificate Card
• Membership in a professional body (CIOB, ICE)

Rewards:

We offer performance-related progression opportunities and flexible benefits tailored to your lifestyle and priorities.

Join us in building Britain's future heritage. Apply online now.

Sir Robert McAlpine is committed to diversity and inclusion. Even if you don't meet every requirement, we encourage you to apply, especially if you're from an underrepresented group. We aim to reflect the diversity of society and foster a supportive, empowering, environment for all team members.