CSA Construction Manager

3D Personnel; Blyth; On-site; GBP 85,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Our client is seeking a CSA Construction Manager for a major data centre project in the Blyth area. The role leads the CSA team to deliver civil, structural, and architectural work packages on a fast-track basis, with a strong emphasis on safety, quality, and client satisfaction.

The successful candidate will drive delivery, coordinate with procurement and design teams, and report progress to management while ensuring compliance with project standards.

Qualifications

• Degree or equivalent in a construction discipline.
• Proven CSA construction management experience on large data centre projects.
• Strong leadership and communication skills, with focus on safety and quality.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the CSA team to deliver all CSA scope.
• Oversee site safety in partnership with the Project Manager and Safety Team.
• Coordinate procurement, design, engineering and installation of CSA works.
• Develop delivery strategy for CSA packages and support subcontracting.
• Review designs for deviations and protect contractual interests.
• Work with QA/QC to manage site quality plans and compliance.
• Manage day-to-day site operations and resource allocation.
• Prepare and report on project schedules with planners and subcontractors.
• Liaise with design teams to issue construction information on time.
• Chair weekly progress meetings and document records.

Skills

CSA Management

Leadership

Safety Culture

Team coaching

Progress reporting

Education

Relevant construction-related degree

Tools

Primavera P6

MS Project

Job description

CSA Construction Manager

Data Centre Project

Blyth, Northumberland

Salary:- £85,000 - £90,000 + package

Our client is a leading dedicated data centre delivery partner, providing full turnkey solutions from design through to construction and commissioning. Headquartered in Dublin and delivering projects across Europe, they have built a reputation as one of the most trusted names in the sector.

An opportunity has arisen for a CSA Construction Manager on a major data centre project in Portugal. This is a key leadership role, responsible for managing the delivery of Civil, Structural, and Architectural (CSA) work packages on a fast-track, highly technical project.

The successful candidate will be an experienced construction leader with a proven track record of developing and leading teams to deliver projects to the highest standards of safety, quality, and client satisfaction.

The Role

• Lead and manage the CSA team (supervisors, engineers, and package managers) to ensure successful delivery of all CSA scope.
• Oversee site safety in conjunction with the Project Manager and Safety Team, embedding a strong culture of Health, Safety, Quality, and Environmental excellence.
• Coordinate and monitor procurement, design, engineering, and installation of CSA works.
• Develop a delivery strategy for CSA work packages, supporting the commercial team in preparing scope documents and subcontract packages.
• Review client designs, identify discrepancies or deviations from standards, and lead resolution to protect contractual and commercial interests.
• Work closely with QA/QC teams to develop and manage site quality plans, ensuring compliance with project requirements.
• Manage day-to-day site operations, including subcontractor performance, resource allocation, and progress tracking.
• Develop, manage, and report on project schedules in conjunction with Planning, Project Management, and subcontractors.
• Liaise with the design team to prioritise and issue required construction information in line with programme demands.
• Chair and host weekly progress meetings with CSA subcontractors, ensuring accurate documentation and records are maintained.
• Attend project meetings (internal reviews, design coordination, planning, handover) and provide clear reporting to management.
• Oversee project close-out activities including punch lists, safety files, QA documentation, and handover requirements.
• Support commercial meetings, ensuring all variations are captured and communicated to enable accurate client change management.
• Review drawings and setting-out information, and ensure coordination of builders' works drawings related to MEP services.
• Prepare and issue daily and weekly project reports.

Requirements

• Relevant construction-related degree, equivalent qualification, or relevant experience.
• Proven experience as a CSA Construction Manager or in a similar senior role on large-scale construction projects – data centre experience highly desirable.
• Strong track record in managing and successfully delivering CSA work packages.
• Ability to maintain oversight of the overall project while managing technical details.
• Experience in project scheduling, programming, sequencing, and producing look-ahead forecasts.
• Demonstrated success in leading and managing internal construction teams.
• Experience delivering large-scale, fast-track, and technically complex projects.
• Excellent organisational, problem-solving, and communication skills.

What's on Offer

• Work on some of Europe's largest and most advanced data centre developments.
• Join a rapidly growing organisation at the forefront of the digital infrastructure sector.
• Excellent opportunities for career progression and professional development.
• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
• Collaborative, supportive, and high-performance team environment.
• Opportunity to contribute to landmark projects shaping the future of digital infrastructure across Europe.

Our client is an equal opportunities employer.