Construction Manager: Safety‑Driven Project Leader

NG Bailey Group; Reading; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

NG Bailey is a leading UK engineering and services business delivering complex projects across a range of sectors. We are seeking a proactive construction leader to guide teams, drive best practices, and uphold strict safety, quality and delivery standards.

You will liaise with design, procurement and project management teams to ensure compliant, on-time delivery while managing budgets and programme milestones. A strong track record in complex projects and excellent communication are essential.

Qualifications

• Relevant professional qualifications or accreditation in Construction Management, Project Management, Engineering or a related discipline.
• Extensive experience managing construction activities on large or complex projects.
• Strong leadership with the ability to manage, motivate and develop teams.
• Experience working across multiple disciplines and stakeholder groups.
• Commercial awareness with budget and programme responsibilities.
• Excellent communication, organisational and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide and demonstrate positive health, safety and environmental leadership throughout the construction lifecycle.
• Lead, manage and motivate construction teams through best practice and continuous improvement.
• Ensure safe working practices are maintained and compliant with legislation and procedures.
• Liaise with design, procurement, project management, pre-construction and support teams.
• Ensure quality assurance requirements and project records/documentation are completed.
• Support the development and implementation of construction plans and delivery programmes.
• Act as the key construction interface with clients and stakeholders.
• Contribute to successful delivery of project budgets and schedules.
• Investigate non-conformances and promote learning and improvement.
• Promote team performance through coaching, mentoring, training and development.
• Apply engineering and construction expertise to assess risks and find solutions.
• Maintain and update construction management documentation as required.
• Produce weekly and monthly reports for management review.
• Monitor productivity and performance with regular reviews and actions.
• Identify opportunities to enhance project delivery and create client value.

Skills

Health & Safety Leadership

Team Leadership

Stakeholder Liaison

Continuous Improvement

Risk Assessment

Communication

QA Documentation

Education

Construction Management / Engineering qualification

Tools

Construction management software

Job description

NG Bailey is a leading UK engineering and services business delivering complex projects across a range of sectors. We are seeking a proactive construction leader to guide teams, drive best practices, and uphold strict safety, quality and delivery standards.

You will liaise with design, procurement and project management teams to ensure compliant, on-time delivery while managing budgets and programme milestones. A strong track record in complex projects and excellent communication are essential.