Construction Manager - SC/DV

JR United Kingdom; Reading; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading company as a Construction Manager, overseeing complex construction activities in a high-profile, regulated environment. You will lead teams, ensure safety and compliance, and contribute to innovative project strategies, while enhancing team development and stakeholder engagement.

Qualifications

• Significant experience in managing works in nuclear or high-regulated industries.
• Skilled in site coordination and logistics management.

Responsibilities

• Managing multi-disciplinary construction teams and coordinating stakeholders.
• Ensuring safety and compliance with CDM regulations.

Skills

Leadership

Negotiation

Problem Solving

Compliance

Education

OND, HND, Degree in construction or engineering

Job description

Social network you want to login/join with:

Location: Aldermaston (Minimum 3-4 days on-site per week required)

Hours: 9-day fortnight pattern (Mon-Fri alternating weeks)

SC/DV Cleared

About the Role

We’re looking for a Construction Manager to join our dynamic Project & Programme Services team and lead the safe and successful delivery of complex construction activities. This is a high-profile opportunity to work on regulated, high-hazard projects within a collaborative and progressive environment that values excellence and innovation.

As a Lead Construction Manager, you will be responsible for managing multi-disciplinary construction teams, coordinating stakeholders and suppliers, and ensuring that all on-site installation works are completed safely, efficiently, and to the highest standards. You will also be expected to contribute to broader project strategies, drive safety-first initiatives, and uphold strong compliance with CDM and health and safety regulations.

Key Responsibilities

• Monitor project deliverables against agreed standards and stakeholder expectations
• Lead and manage H&S forums and initiatives across the construction phase
• Oversee on-site activities, logistics, and resource coordination
• Support project delivery using principles of risk, change, schedule, and quality management
• Maintain high standards of safety, design intent, and procedural compliance
• Liaise with architects, surveyors, engineers, and project stakeholders
• Participate in design reviews, programme planning, and contract scope discussions
• Mentor and support junior team members’ development
• Foster effective relationships across stakeholder groups and delivery partners

What We’re Looking For

• OND, HND, Degree or equivalent in construction, engineering, or related discipline
• Chartered or working toward membership with a recognised construction-related professional body
• Significant experience managing works in nuclear or similarly high-regulated, high-hazard industries
• Ability to lead cross-functional teams and manage stakeholder engagement at senior levels
• Demonstrable knowledge of health and safety legislation, CDM regulations, and construction best practices
• Skilled in site coordination, logistics management, and procedural compliance
• Experience authoring operational documentation and contributing to programme planning
• Strong interpersonal, negotiation, and problem-solving skills

Working Pattern

You will follow a 9-day fortnight with alternating work weeks:

• Week 2: Mon–Thurs (8.25 hrs/day), Fri off