Construction Manager - Zero-Waste & Safety Lead

MWH Treatment; Otterbourne; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

MWH Treatment is seeking a Construction Manager for the Otterbourne Project, reporting to the Project Manager and overseeing HSE, environmental, and sustainability compliance for all delivered construction work. You will lead local delivery teams to meet safety, cost and schedule targets.

Lead supplier performance on safety, time and quality, drive constructability reviews and sign‑offs, and champion waste reduction and low embodied carbon.

Qualifications

• Degree or equivalent in construction or related discipline.
• APMP or equivalent project management qualification.
• Extensive experience delivering large-scale construction programmes.
• Experience in water/wastewater industry preferred.
• Knowledge of CDM regulations and health & safety practices.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage site construction teams to deliver projects on time and within budget.
• Ensure safety, time and quality performance of suppliers and approve RAMS.
• Lead constructability reviews, project rehearsals and sign‑offs.
• Drive zero waste goals and reduce embodied carbon in construction activities.
• Raise contractual and commercial notices in a timely manner.
• Coordinate long- and short-term resource needs (labour, plant, materials).
• Ensure strong H&S culture and empower teams to raise safety concerns.
• Balance standard products with innovative techniques to stay industry-leading.

Skills

Project management

Temporary works

Safety leadership

Team leadership

Communication skills

CDM awareness

Education

Degree in construction related discipline

Job description

MWH Treatment is seeking a Construction Manager for the Otterbourne Project, reporting to the Project Manager and overseeing HSE, environmental, and sustainability compliance for all delivered construction work. You will lead local delivery teams to meet safety, cost and schedule targets.

Lead supplier performance on safety, time and quality, drive constructability reviews and sign‑offs, and champion waste reduction and low embodied carbon.