Construction Manager - Envelope

Sir Robert McAlpine; Weston-super-Mare; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Sir Robert McAlpine invites applications for the role of Construction Manager, overseeing a major battery manufacturing facility project. Candidates should possess strong leadership skills, relevant experience, and a degree in civil or structural engineering. Join our family-owned business and contribute to building Britain's future heritage with a strong focus on inclusivity and team collaboration.

Benefits

Performance-related progression opportunities

Flexible benefits tailored to lifestyle

Qualifications

• Strong leadership skills required for team management.
• Experience with large-scale construction projects is essential.
• Degree in a relevant field is necessary for this position.

Responsibilities

• Oversee £60 million Envelope Package of a major construction project.
• Lead a team ensuring compliance with contract documents and technical standards.
• Manage interfaces with internal and external stakeholders.

Skills

Strong Leadership skills

Knowledge of building products

Experience delivering multi-million-pound projects

Ability to plan effectively

Familiarity with construction software

Education

Degree in civil or structural engineering

NEBOSH qualification

Construction Skills Certificate Card

Tools

Asta PowerProjects

Navisworks

Trimble Fieldview

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.

In our 155-year history, Sir Robert McAlpine has worked on some of the country's most iconic buildings and projects. Our success is due to our people - a family-owned business with a culture that brings out the best in individuals and teams. Join us to continue our legacy and build 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 to the highest safety and performance standards. You will ensure technical compliance with contract documents, specifications, and drawings.

You will oversee the timely execution of operations during pre-construction and construction phases, occasionally acting as Project Manager during periods of absence. You will manage interfaces between internal departments and external agencies, such as Architects, Engineers, Construction Workers, Sub-contractors, Client agents, Clerk of Works, and Site Staff.

You will identify and mitigate programme risks and address shortcomings in processes or systems. Embody the SRM Values and the McAlpine Way through the Build Sure Commitments, serving as a role model and bringing these principles to life for your team. Drive a high-performance culture by setting SMART objectives and providing effective guidance, advice, and feedback. Promote inclusive behaviors to foster an environment where your team can share ideas, collaborate, innovate, and continuously improve.

Your profile:

• Strong Leadership skills
• Experience delivering multi-million-pound building projects
• Good knowledge of building products, construction details, and relevant rules, regulations, and quality standards
• Familiarity with construction software packages (Asta PowerProjects, Navisworks, Trimble Fieldview desirable)
• Knowledge of various contract forms, such as NEC4 and JCT D&B
• Proficiency in construction software packages
• Ability to plan effectively while maintaining a strategic perspective
• Strong leadership and human resource management skills
• Qualifications such as NEBOSH and SMSTS are desirable
• A degree in civil or structural engineering, construction management, or a related field
• Up-to-date SMSTS and relevant Construction Skills Certificate Card
• Membership in a construction industry-related professional body, such as CIOB or ICE

Rewards:

We are committed to investing in your future, offering wide-ranging, performance-related progression opportunities. Our competitive rewards packages include flexible benefits tailored to your lifestyle and priorities.

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

Sir Robert McAlpine is focused on being a truly inclusive employer. Even if you don't meet every requirement, we encourage you to apply, especially if you're part of an under-represented group in construction. Our goal is to reflect the diversity of society within our team. As a family-run business with strong family values, we aim to create a supportive, empowering, and inclusive environment for all employees.