Construction Manager - OLE

Octavius Infrastructure; St Albans; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading civil engineering organisation in the UK seeks a Project Manager (OLE) to oversee a 2.5-year rail systems project. The ideal candidate will have significant experience in project delivery and OLE engineering. Responsibilities include managing construction phases, leading site teams, and ensuring compliance with Network Rail processes. The role offers a competitive rewards package, including a Company Car scheme, Private Healthcare, and opportunities for professional development, along with hybrid working options.

Benefits

Company Car scheme

Private Healthcare

Pension

Life Assurance cover

25 days Annual Leave

Qualifications

• Experience delivering projects from design to on-site construction.
• Familiarity with Rail environment and assurance procedures.
• Ability to manage NEC3 contracts effectively.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day running of works during construction.
• Lead and coordinate a team of site managers and supervisors.
• Manage project budgets and site investigations.
• Develop high-quality solutions to meet customer expectations.

Skills

Project delivery experience

Knowledge of Network Rail processes

OLE engineering knowledge

NEC3 contract knowledge

Education

Degree in Construction or Civil Engineering

Site Managers Safety Training Scheme (desirable)

Chartered membership with APM or ICE (desirable)

Personal Track Safety (desirable)

Temporary Works Coordination (desirable)

Job description

We are recruiting for a Project Manager (OLE) to join us here at Octavius.

We are a leading civil engineering organisation delivering safe, sustainable, and efficient transport solutions across the UK. This role will specifically be to work on an exciting 2.5 year rail systems / E&P project based out of Bushey in Hertfordshire. This is an OLE driven role so strong experience and knowledge in this area would be advantageous.

You’ll be working on…. (what your role and responsibility is)

• Overseeing the day-to-day running of works and change over from day to night shift during the main construction works circa Apr 26 - Apr 28.
• Responsible for leading a team of site managers / supervisors.
• Ensuring the management of works is set up correctly prior to construction commencement.
• Producingdevelopment budgets, planning and undertaking site investigations, managing the design process (both permanent and temporary works), coordinating suitable construction methodologies, securing necessary consents, and managing the production of the construction estimate.
• Working closely with our customers, stakeholders, primary design partner, other designers, supplier partners, and internal delivery teams to develop high-quality solutions. These solutions should meet customer expectations, align with financial targets, and be delivered in accordance with agreed programmes.

You'll work with… (because relationships are important)

A team of highly motivated, dedicated professionals delivering projects across a variety of frameworks.

You'll receive… (because we value you)

We offer a competitive rewards package, including a Company Car scheme, Private Healthcare, Pension, Life Assurance cover, 25 days Annual Leave (and a day off for your birthday). You’ll also have access to Hybrid working where possible, an enhanced Paternity & Maternity package and the opportunity to develop yourself personally and professionally.

About you…. (what you are skilled at)

• Proven experience of delivering projects across the whole project life-cycle (design & on-site construction).
• Knowledge of Network Rail processes and assurance procedures. Experienced at working within a Rail environment.
• Engineering knowledge with relevant experience in OLE.
• Good level of NEC3 knowledge, and ability to administer the contract

You’ll bring… (your wealth of experience & qualifications)

• A related degree, diploma, or vocational qualification, or equivalent demonstrable experience in Construction or Civil Engineering.
• Site Managers Safety Training Scheme, or equivalent CDM 2015 training (desirable)
• Chartered membership with a relevant industry body (i.e. APM or ICE) (desirable)
• Personal Track Safety (desirable)
• Temporary Works Coordination (desirable)

Inclusion and diversity are important to us, we are an equal opportunities employer and value difference. We want and will continue to build an inclusive environment where our people thrive. We firmly believe constantly striving to build a truly diverse workforce is what makes us a strong business and will enable us to continue to solve important problems and deliver unrivalled value to both our customers and clients. If you need any specialist support throughout your application, we will work with you where we can to support your journey with us.