Programme Construction Manager (Hiring Immediately)

JR United Kingdom; England; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading airport as a Programme Construction Manager, overseeing major infrastructure projects. You'll lead a team, ensure compliance with safety and quality standards, and manage multiple projects in a dynamic environment. Enjoy a range of benefits including bonuses and professional development opportunities.

Benefits

5% Welcome Bonus

Performance bonuses

Healthcare

Insurance

Professional development

Rail travel discounts

Volunteer days

Qualifications

• Minimum of ten years as a Construction Manager/Senior Engineer on complex projects.
• Experience managing multiple concurrent projects in live operational settings.

Responsibilities

• Oversee construction management across all projects within the assigned Programme.
• Lead development of the Construction Management team and foster safety engagement.
• Support contractor onboarding and ensure compliance with safety and quality standards.

Skills

Leadership

Safety Engagement

Quality Management

Project Management

Construction Knowledge

Technical Skills

Education

Degree in construction management or engineering

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Programme Construction Manager (Hiring Immediately), West Sussex

London Gatwick offers an exciting opportunity for a Programme Construction Manager to join our dynamic team at the world's most efficient single-runway airport. Be part of shaping our future by supporting the delivery of a substantial investment plan to develop and enhance our airport infrastructure and facilities.

The Programme Construction Manager will play a pivotal role in London Gatwick's future, assisting the Programme Manager in overseeing construction activities on multiple major projects within a defined programme of works—all within a live operational environment with values over £50m.

What are we looking for

• Lead Construction Management: Oversee construction management across all projects within the assigned Programme.
• Team Development: Lead the development of the assigned Construction Management team, setting standards, managing, motivating, coaching, and mentoring staff. Recognise talent and assist in the development of high-potential individuals.
• Safety Engagement: Coordinate and deliver regular safety engagement activities to foster a culture of world-class health, safety, and environmental standards.
• Contractor Review and Compliance: Support reviews of contractor Construction, Design & Management (CDM) and Health, Safety & Environmental (HSE) submittals, and monitor compliance against accepted plans.
• Quality and Commissioning: Review contractor Quality and Commissioning submittals, ensuring compliance with Inspection & Test Plans (ITPs) and Daily Reports.
• Work Inspections: Inspect work to ensure compliance with drawings, specifications, standards, and regulations. Collaborate with the Design Management Team to produce engineering solutions for site queries.
• Contractor Onboarding: Support contractor onboarding, including security, logistics, and interface management. Facilitate contractor mobilisation and work scope while balancing operational disruption and project costs.

Qualifications and experience

• Education: Degree or equivalent in construction management or engineering; Chartered Membership is highly desirable.
• Experience: Minimum of ten years as a Construction Manager/Senior Engineer on complex infrastructure projects valued over £50m.
• Project Management: Experience managing multiple concurrent projects with interfacing tasks.
• Construction Knowledge: Deep understanding of construction techniques, methodologies, and issues related to complex infrastructure projects.
• Quality Management: Experience in quality assurance for multi-discipline projects.
• Health and Safety: Strong understanding of HSE issues in construction, with relevant experience.
• Operational Environment: Experience managing construction in live operational settings, coordinating with stakeholders.
• Technical Skills: Proficiency in Microsoft Office; familiarity with NEC contracts is a plus.
• Full UK Driving Licence.

Benefits

Our employees enjoy a range of benefits, including a 5% Welcome Bonus, performance bonuses, discounts, healthcare, insurance, professional development, rail travel discounts, and volunteer days.

What it's like to work at London Gatwick

We prioritize diversity, equity, and inclusion, creating a welcoming environment where everyone can thrive. Learn more about our culture and careers at Construction Careers | London Gatwick Airport. Please contact us for reasonable adjustments during the application process.

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