Digital Construction Manager

We Are Footprint; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction company in the UK is seeking a Digital Construction Manager to manage digital construction processes across projects. The ideal candidate will have experience with ISO19650, strong presentation skills, and be proficient in managing software. This is a hybrid role based in Manchester offering a competitive salary plus benefits.

Benefits

Car Allowance

Bonus

Healthcare

Qualifications

• Must have experience with ISO19650.
• Valid CSCS cardholder.
• Valid First Aid certificate.

Responsibilities

• Manage the implementation of digital construction processes across projects.
• Facilitate digital enablement of the wider business.
• Drive progress towards digital enablement of the wider business.

Skills

Strong presentation skills

Strong stakeholder engagement

Proficient in managing software

Experienced in managing supply chain partners

Intercultural awareness

Education

Degree in construction or related discipline

Tools

Solibri

Navisworks

Revit

SharePoint

Dalux

Job description

Digital Construction Manager

£40,000 - £50,000 + Car Allowance, Bonus, Healthcare

Hybrid Role – Manchester / North West

As a Digital Construction Manager you will be responsible for managing the implementation of digital construction processes across projects, in line with the Digital Implementation Plan. You will use digital technologies to enable projects to be executed more efficiently and achieve better outcomes. You will use BIM to help streamline design and construction and enhance collaboration throughout the construction process.

Measurables

Plan developed and embedded design to successfully deliver digital projects in line with the Digital Construction strategy.

Internal and external customer feedback scores.

Performance of digital construction projects including regular progress reports and risk management.

100% compliance with industry regulations / standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the implementation of digital construction processes across a portfolio of projects in line with the Digital Implementation Plan.
• Play a pivotal role in optimising workflows, streamlining processes and eliminating bottlenecks through digital construction methods.
• Facilitate digital enablement of the wider business.
• Identify opportunities to improve productivity and ensure timely project delivery through appropriate digital processes.
• Use multidisciplinary knowledge (architecture, structural engineering, mechanical engineering) to bridge the gap between stakeholders, fostering collaboration and effective decision-making.
• Support projects to effectively adopt and embed digital construction processes and deliver customer / project requirements.
• Conduct model audits, walkthroughs (customer / stakeholder), clash detection, and process reviews.
• Produce asset information and support adoption of Common Data Environments.
• Support preparation of tender documentation.
• Identify non-compliance incidents and work with stakeholders to address them.
• Drive progress towards digital enablement of the wider business.

Systems experience

• Solibri, Navisworks, Revit, SharePoint, 4P, Dalux

Essential Qualifications, Skills, Knowledge and Experience

• Degree or equivalent in construction or related discipline (e.g. architectural technology).
• Strong presentation skills.
• Strong stakeholder engagement.
• Good knowledge of the Building Safety Act.
• Membership of a relevant professional or governing body.
• Valid CSCS cardholder.
• Valid First Aid certificate.
• Must have experience with ISO19650

Attributes / Behaviours

• Proficient in managing software.
• Skilled in engaging and influencing others towards a shared goal.
• Experienced in managing and liaising with supply chain partners, team members and design consultants.
• Enjoys working independently as well as collaboratively.
• Able to explain complex technical matters in plain English.
• Comfortable managing a varied workload.
• Keeps up to date with industry advancements.
• Demonstrates intercultural awareness.

Desirable Qualifications, Skills, Knowledge and Experience

• Experience of working in a construction-related role with evidence of impact.
• BIM (BSI) Practitioner Course.
• Project management experience.

Potential Career Progression Opportunities

• Principal Digital Construction Manager
• Visualiser
• Preconstruction
• Design