Construction Manager (NEC4)

Jacobs; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global company is seeking a Construction Manager for a high-security infrastructure programme in Saudi Arabia. The role involves overseeing construction activities, ensuring safety and compliance, and coordinating with various stakeholders. Ideal candidates will have significant experience in construction management within secure environments, along with strong leadership and communication skills.

Benefits

Flexible working options

Inclusive workplace initiatives

Global Employee Networks

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years of construction management experience, with 5 years in leadership.
• Proven track record in high-compliance environments.
• Familiarity with international standards and local regulations.

Responsibilities

• Lead on-site construction activities from mobilisation to completion.
• Monitor construction progress and ensure compliance with specifications and schedules.
• Interface with contractors and manage stakeholder coordination.

Skills

Communication

Leadership

Construction Management

Interpersonal Skills

Project Controls

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

Construction Management

Tools

MS Project

Primavera P6

Construction Reporting Tools

Job description

At Amentum, we're not just solving problems; we're engineering the future. With a steadfast commitment to innovation and integrity, we are a leading global partner to both government and private sectors, delivering advanced solutions to the world’s most pressing challenges. Our expertise spans a wide array of specialized services, including program management, environmental stewardship, training, logistics, consulting, systems engineering, and cutting-edge information technology. We take pride in supporting our customers' endeavors with the highest standards of quality and collaboration, ensuring a secure and sustainable future.

About the opportunity:

This position supports a long-term, high-security government programme aimed at delivering secure communications infrastructure and facilities across multiple strategic locations in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. The programme spans several phases and work packages, including civil and technology infrastructure upgrades, systems integration, and construction of operations centres and network nodes.

The works are delivered in secure environments with strict adherence to safety, quality, and compliance standards. Amentum is engaged as the Technical Services Provider (TSP), responsible for programme management, engineering oversight, and construction assurance.

The Construction Manager – NEC4 will lead the site-based construction management for one of the programme’s key infrastructure packages. This role involves direct oversight of the Design & Build (D&B) contractor, coordination with engineering and assurance teams, and close collaboration with client and project stakeholders. The focus is on ensuring that construction activities are delivered safely, on schedule, within budget, and to the required quality standards. This is a full-time position based in Saudi Arabia.

Key Responsibilities include:

Construction Delivery & Oversight

• Lead all on-site construction activities for the NEC4 package from mobilisation to completion.
• Monitor construction progress and ensure alignment with approved schedule and milestones.
• Ensure the contractor complies with all technical specifications, drawings, and approved method statements.
• Verify implementation of site-based QA/QC and health & safety procedures.

Stakeholder & Contractor Coordination

• Serve as the primary interface between Amentum, the contractor, and on-site stakeholders.
• Participate in progress meetings, technical workshops, and readiness reviews.
• Review contractor submittals including ITPs, work plans, shop drawings, RFIs, and change proposals.
• Escalate delays, risks, or non-conformances, and support resolution and mitigation actions.

Compliance, Documentation & Handover

• Ensure documentation such as daily site reports, construction logs, inspections, and NCRs are maintained and accurate.
• Coordinate technical inspections, punch list walkdowns, and readiness reviews for commissioning and handover.
• Support the project team in ensuring readiness for integration, commissioning, and final acceptance.

Here’s What You’ll Need:

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or a related discipline.
• Minimum 10 years of experience in construction management, with at least 5 years in a leadership capacity on infrastructure or complex facility projects.
• Proven track record in site-based delivery within secure, high-compliance environments (e.g., defence, government, or critical infrastructure).
• Experience managing Design & Build contractors and interfacing with client technical teams.
• Strong understanding of construction techniques, sequencing, and project controls.
• Familiar with international standards (e.g., BS, IEC, ISO) and local regulatory requirements in Saudi Arabia.
• Proficient in MS Project or Primavera P6, and construction reporting tools.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to coordinate across multicultural teams.
• Fluent in English (Arabic is a plus).
• PMP, CM-Lean, or equivalent preferred.
• Saudi Council of Engineers registration or eligibility is desirable.

Our Culture:

Our values stand on a foundation of safety, integrity, inclusion, and diversity. We put people at the heart of our business, and we genuinely believe that we all succeed by supporting one another through our culture of caring. We value positive mental health and a sense of belonging for all employees.

We aim to embed inclusion and diversity in everything we do. We know that if we are inclusive, we are more connected, and if we are diverse, we’re more creative. We accept people for who they are, regardless of age, disability, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, mental health, race, faith or belief, sexual orientation, socioeconomic background, and whether you’re pregnant or on family leave. This is reflected in our wide range of Global Employee Networks centred on inclusion and diversity.

We partner with VERCIDA to help us attract and retain diverse talent. For greater online accessibility, please visit www.vercida.com to view and access our roles. As a Disability Confident employer, we will interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for a vacancy. We welcome applications from candidates who are seeking flexible working and from those who may not meet all the listed requirements for a role.

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