Construction Manager South West

Galliford Try; Bath; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UK construction firm seeks a Construction Manager for their Infrastructure Division, focusing on health, safety, and effective project management. The role involves overseeing project teams, ensuring quality and compliance with safety regulations, and fostering a positive work culture. The ideal candidate will have strong leadership skills, a background in engineering, and a commitment to safety and quality standards.

Benefits

Generous holiday entitlement and purchase options.

Corporate discounts, Cycle to Work, Share schemes.

Private medical options and employee assistance.

Professional membership support.

Qualifications

• Experience in managing multiple teams and developing their skills.
• Strong knowledge of CDM and NEC contracts.
• Proven track record in project management.

Responsibilities

• Lead construction activities and ensure compliance with safety legislation.
• Manage teams and allocate resources efficiently.
• Collaborate with HR and Project Managers to develop resource pools.

Skills

Leadership

Project Management

Communication

Safety Management

Education

HND/Degree in Engineering

Job description

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Job Title: Construction Manager South West – Infrastructure Division

Purpose of the role:

As Construction Manager, you will lead construction activities within the Project Teams, promoting health, safety, environmental, and construction best practices.

Key Accountabilities

• Create a safe working environment.
• Manage teams during the construction phase.
• Coordinate constructability input during preliminary design.
• Plan and allocate construction resources efficiently.
• Collaborate with Project Managers, Site Teams, and HR to develop the resource pool.
• Manage construction resources including labour, plant, and materials.
• Manage subcontractors' performance and relationships.
• Identify technical issues and feedback to design teams.
• Ensure teams meet schedules and budgets.
• Adhere to Health and Safety legislation.
• Authorize Health and Safety Plans.
• Ensure activities comply with quality plans.
• Prioritize safety in all tasks and report issues.
• Implement Quality, Safety, and Environmental policies.
• Comply with Galliford Try BMS.

Person Specification:

To succeed, you should:

• Promote a positive safety, quality, and FREDIE culture.
• Have experience managing multiple teams and developing their skills.
• Have strong project management skills and a proven track record.
• Develop a performance-focused culture.
• Possess excellent communication skills.
• Have strong knowledge of CDM and NEC contracts.
• Demonstrate leadership and delegation skills.

Technical / Professional Qualifications:

• Experience in Environment.
• HND/Degree in Engineering.

What we offer:

Join a leading contractor working on exciting UK projects, offering stability and career growth. We support your wellbeing through our ‘Be Well’ programme, invest in your training, and promote flexible working practices.

Our benefits include:

• Generous holiday entitlement and purchase options.
• Corporate discounts, Cycle to Work, Share schemes.
• Private medical options and employee assistance.
• Professional membership support.

About us:

Galliford Try is a top UK construction firm, committed to community, environment, and stakeholder value, recognized as Contractor of the Year.

We aim to improve lives by building essential infrastructure, fostering employee growth, and maintaining high standards.

For more info or to apply, contact Abby Whitbread.

Additional Information:

We welcome flexible working requests and encourage diverse applications. If you don’t meet every requirement but are excited about the role, apply anyway.

A full job description is available upon request.