Duty Construction Manager

Fusion People; Bridgwater; On-site; GBP 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A highly skilled Duty Construction Manager is required for a senior leadership role on a prominent UK infrastructure project at Hinkley Point C. The manager will oversee weekend operations, ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards, while leading a team across construction and logistics. This position demands exceptional leadership and a proactive approach in high-stakes environments, making it an exciting opportunity to contribute to a significant national project.

Qualifications

• Experience in high-risk, complex construction environments.
• Familiarity with nuclear site protocols is a plus.
• Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee construction, commissioning, logistics, and maintenance.
• Lead emergency response and ensure Zero Harm standards.
• Coordinate handovers with weekday leadership.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem Solving

Education

Degree or HNC in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or related field

SMSTS, CSCS Black Card or JIB Card, CCNSG/HSE MAPS

Job description

Job Title: Duty Construction Manager (Weekends)

Salary: up to £75,000 + Car allowance and package

Location: Somerset (Hinkley Point C)

Schedule: Friday-Monday

Hours: 38 hours/week

Are you ready to lead on one of the UK’s most complex and high-profile infrastructure projects?

We’re seeking a Duty Construction Manager (DCM) to take charge of weekend operations across construction, commissioning, logistics, and maintenance. This is a senior leadership role requiring a strong on-site presence, decisive action in emergent situations, and seamless coordination with weekday teams.

What You’ll Be Doing as a Duty Construction Manager:

• Act as the senior site lead Friday through Monday
• Oversee construction, commissioning, logistics, and maintenance within the Common Building Services (CBS) scope
• Lead emergency response and ensure Zero Harm standards
• Coordinate handovers with weekday leadership to maintain continuity
• Split time 50/50 between site and strategic planning

Key Responsibilities of a Duty Construction Manager:

• Manage teams across construction, adaptations, logistics, and commissioning
• Support lifting operations and authorised persons (SAP/AP) teams
• Ensure compliance with safety, quality, and scheduling standards
• Lead performance reporting and contribute to project KPIs
• Uphold project values: humility, positivity, respect, clarity, and solidarity

Minimum Qualifications a Duty Construction Manager: (One from the the following)

• Degree or HNC in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or related field
• SMSTS, CSCS Black Card or JIB Card, and CCNSG/HSE MAPS (essential)
• Experience in high-risk, complex construction environments
• Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills
• Familiarity with nuclear site protocols is a plus

Success Looks Like as a Duty Construction Manager:

• Zero harm incidents
• All weekend works delivered to plan
• Clear, traceable handovers
• Strong stakeholder relationships
• Full compliance with safety and quality procedures

This is a unique opportunity to play a pivotal role in a nationally significant project that’s shaping the future of UK infrastructure.

Please contact Kyle Young for further information on 07563021971or DM me on LinkedIn: Kyle Young | LinkedIn

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