Construction Manager - Ipswich

Balfour Beatty; Ipswich; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction firm in Ipswich is seeking an experienced Construction Manager to oversee cabling installation works on a major power project. The role involves managing site teams, ensuring safety, and meeting project deadlines. Ideal candidates will have a proven track record in project delivery and strong leadership skills.

Benefits

Flexible working options

Paid leave

Pension schemes

Qualifications

• Proven track record of project delivery.
• Experience in safe systems of work implementation.
• Strong team management and leadership abilities.

Responsibilities

• Planning, managing, and delivering site-based construction activities safely.
• Leading site teams and ensuring excellence in delivery.
• Managing stakeholder and client relationships.

Skills

Project delivery

Construction processes

Team management

Problem-solving

Effective communication

Education

CSCS and SMSTS or equivalent certifications

Tools

O365

Job description

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About the role

Construction Manager / Experienced Site Manager (Cabling - Power T&D)
Location: Ipswich
Project: BTNO - Balfour Beatty Power T&D Team
Start Date: ASAP

Balfour Beatty's Power Transmission & Distribution (T&D) business is delivering critical infrastructure across the UK - and we're growing. We're looking for an experienced Construction Manager / Site Manager to join our Ipswich-based team, supporting the high-profile BTNO Project.

This is a key role requiring strong leadership, technical understanding, and a safety-first mindset in managing cabling installation works on a major power infrastructure project.

Your Responsibilities Will Include:

• Planning, managing, and delivering site-based construction activities - safely and sustainably
• Driving works to meet programme deadlines, cost targets, and quality standards
• Leading site teams, subcontractors, and suppliers to ensure excellence in delivery
• Managing stakeholder and client relationships to maintain trust and transparency
• Ensuring all personnel, systems, and resources are in place for successful execution
• Creating and nurturing a positive site culture where safety and teamwork thrive
• Continually reviewing performance and implementing improvements
• Working closely with project leadership to meet customer requirements and project constraints across time, cost, quality, risk, and scope

What you'll be doing

• Hold periodic project reviews (PRM) and update the Digital Briefcase in accordance with GBL
• Ensure the team maintains accurate project records (progress, daily diaries etc.) and prepares reports for internal/external stakeholders
• Apply knowledge and experience of discipline to project delivery
• Implement technical information and drawings into construction activities
• Specify plant and equipment requirements
• Utilize numerical skills for planning and assessment
• Complete buildability assessments based on experience
• Apply scope, information, and configuration management principles
• Ensure reports provide relevant, decision-enabling information
• Support scope and package management for coordinated working
• Maintain focus on Zero Harm and stay updated with legislation changes
• Ensure safety and welfare of the public, employees, and supply chain
• Conduct safety and environmental tours, promote safety initiatives
• Monitor and improve H&S Management System effectiveness
• Manage welfare requirements
• Write and review RAMS, accept subcontractor RAMS
• Identify, report risks and hazards
• Ensure workforce competence and sufficiency
• Reinforce safety rules and control safety documentation
• Conduct audits and promote behavioral safety and compliance
• Coordinate work planning and resource allocation
• Develop and lead high-performing teams, supporting training and mentoring
• Ensure work handover and certification readiness
• Monitor KPIs and ensure project assurance activities
• Lead improvement groups and manage project budgets
• Handle commercial changes, requisition plant and materials, and control costs

Who we're looking for

The following qualities/experience are essential:

• Proven track record of project delivery
• Good understanding of construction processes
• Experience in safe systems of work implementation
• Effective verbal and written communication skills
• Strong team management and leadership abilities
• Commercial awareness
• Ability to work under pressure
• Knowledge of performance metrics and evaluation techniques
• Problem-solving skills with a solution-focused approach
• Ability to inspire and communicate the business vision
• Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills
• Promotion of diversity and inclusion
• Commitment to personal development

The following qualities/experience are desirable:

• Experience with various project types
• Proficiency in O365
• Current driving license

The role holder is likely to have one or more of the following:

• CSCS and SMSTS or equivalent certifications

Why work for us

Our teams deliver some of the UK's most ambitious projects, developing vital infrastructure that supports communities and economies.

Why join us?

We offer a range of benefits, including flexible working options, paid leave, pension schemes, and more, to support your work-life balance and career growth.

About us

Balfour Beatty's Power Transmission & Distribution teams provide technical engineering solutions across the electricity grid, from design to maintenance, supporting major power projects across the UK.

Diversity and inclusion

We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace that values diversity. We are members of various organizations promoting diversity and are dedicated to removing barriers for all applicants, including those with disabilities. For more, visit www.balfourbeatty.com/diversityandinclusion.