Instrumentation and Control Systems Construction Manager in Reading

Energy Jobline ZR; Reading; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global energy job board is seeking an experienced Construction Manager to oversee a nuclear building project in Reading, England. The successful candidate will have a strong background in construction management, specifically within the nuclear industry, and exceptional leadership skills. Responsibilities include project planning, team management, and ensuring safety compliance. This role is ideal for professionals with a minimum of 5 years of relevant experience and proper certifications.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in construction management, with a focus on nuclear projects and M&E systems.
• Relevant certifications in project management (e.g., PMP, PRINCE2) and nuclear safety standards.
• Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement detailed project plans, including timelines, budgets, and resource allocation.
• Lead a multidisciplinary team of contractors and construction workers.
• Ensure adherence to nuclear safety regulations.
• Monitor construction processes for quality compliance.
• Identify potential risks and develop mitigation strategies.
• Liaise with clients and regulatory bodies for project updates.
• Manage project budgets and resource optimization.
• Maintain comprehensive project documentation.

Skills

Leadership skills

Communication skills

Problem-solving skills

Proficiency in project management software

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or a related field

Tools

Project management software

Job description

Energy Jobline is the largest and fastest growing global Energy Job Board and Energy Hub. We have an audience reach of over 7 million energy professionals, 400,000+ monthly advertised global energy and engineering jobs, and work with the leading energy companies worldwide.

We focus on the Oil & Gas, Renewables, Engineering, Power, and Nuclear markets as well as emerging technologies in EV, Battery, and Fusion. We are committed to ensuring that we offer the most exciting career opportunities from around the world for our jobseekers.

We are seeking an experienced Construction Manager to oversee the construction of a nuclear building project. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in construction management, particularly within the nuclear industry, and possess exceptional leadership and organisational skills. The roles require security clearance at SC level with the ability to obtain DV clearance. Experience delivering Instrumentation and control systems is essential.

Responsibilities

• Project Planning and Execution: Develop and implement detailed project plans, including timelines, budgets, and resource allocation.
• Team Management: Lead and coordinate a multidisciplinary team of contractors, subcontractors, and construction workers to ensure project milestones are met.
• Safety Compliance: Ensure all construction activities adhere to nuclear safety regulations and industry standards.
• Quality Control: Monitor construction processes to ensure high-quality standards and compliance with project specifications.
• Risk Management: Identify potential risks and develop mitigation strategies to minimize project disruptions.
• Stakeholder Communication: Liaise with clients, regulatory bodies, and internal project teams to provide regular updates on project progress.
• Budget Management: have an awareness of project budgets, ensuring cost-effective solutions and resource optimization.
• Documentation: Maintain comprehensive project documentation, including progress reports, safety records, and compliance certificates.

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor's Degree (or equivalent) in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or a related field
• Experience: Minimum of 5 years of experience in construction management, with a focus on nuclear projects and M&E systems.
• Certifications: Relevant certifications in project management (e.g., PMP, PRINCE2) and nuclear safety standards
• Skills: Strong leadership, communication, and problem‑solving skills; proficiency in project management software.

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Costain helps to improve people's lives with integrated, leading edge, smart infrastructure solutions across the UK's energy, water, transportation and defence markets. We help our clients improve their business performance by increasing capacity, improving customer service, safeguarding security, enhancing resilience, decarbonising and delivering increased efficiency. Our vision is to be the UK's leading smart infrastructure solutions company.

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