Package Manager - Concrete

JR United Kingdom; Taunton; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading construction firm as a Package Manager focused on concrete work for a significant battery manufacturing facility. You will lead a team, ensuring project delivery meets high standards while promoting safety and compliance. This role offers opportunities for career advancement in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Competitive progression opportunities

Flexible benefits

Qualifications

• Experience managing multi-million-pound building projects.
• Proven track record with structural steelwork and façade packages.

Responsibilities

• Oversee trade-contractor packages within the infrastructure team.
• Ensure all works are planned, safe, and organized.
• Monitor progress and performance, analyzing trends.

Skills

Leadership

Health and Safety Regulations

Procurement

Collaboration

Tools

FieldView

4P

Dalux

Asta

Job description

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Sir Robert McAlpine - Package Manager (Concrete)

Sir Robert McAlpine has secured a prestigious contract to construct a state-of-the-art Battery Manufacturing Facility. The initial phase includes designing and building a 15GWh lithium-ion battery plant, along with ancillary structures and external works.

This Package Manager role focuses on managing concrete work packages within our £800m project.

With a history spanning 155 years, Sir Robert McAlpine has contributed to some of the UK's most iconic buildings and projects. As a family-owned business, our success is driven by our people, fostering a culture that brings out the best in individuals and teams.

We are eager to continue our legacy. Join us to advance your career and help build Britain's future heritage.

The Package Manager - Concrete Role

Reporting to the Project Manager, you will oversee trade-contractor packages within the infrastructure and substructure team. You will lead a team of engineers and subcontractors to deliver the project safely, efficiently, and to high standards.

We are seeking someone who:

• Takes ownership of their package, ensuring all works are planned, safe, and the site within their scope is clean and organized.
• Has a hands-on approach to promote safety leadership and ensure works are carried out safely and as planned.
• Plans and manages logistical requirements, liaising with the Works Manager and Logistics Contractor.
• Prepares short-term programs and phase plans to accelerate work or address issues, ensuring on-time delivery.
• Monitors progress and performance, analyzing trends and reporting implications to the Project Manager and package planner.
• Collaborates with team members and considers the overall project context.
• Ensures technical compliance with contract documents, specifications, and drawings.
• Reviews and approves Inspection and Test Plans.
• Conducts quality inspections using FieldView.
• Manages technical submittals and RFIs within their scope.
• Ensures scope and subcontract requirements are met, understanding SRM obligations.
• Records key activities and promotes SRM Build Sure culture.

Your Profile

• Strong leadership skills
• Experience managing multi-million-pound building projects
• Proven track record with structural steelwork and façade packages on high-profile projects
• Experience managing subcontractors for steel fabrication and façade installation
• Ability to lead progress meetings and provide detailed reports
• Procurement experience, negotiating with suppliers
• Close collaboration with design and engineering teams
• Knowledge of health and safety regulations and managing site activities
• Familiarity with NEC contracts, Early Warning Notices, and Compensation Events
• Good knowledge of building products, construction details, and standards
• Experience with construction software such as FieldView, 4P, Dalux, and Asta is desirable

Rewards

We offer competitive, performance-related progression opportunities, flexible benefits, and a supportive environment to help you build your future with us.

Join us in proudly building Britain's future heritage. Apply online now.

Sir Robert McAlpine is committed to diversity and inclusion. Even if you don't meet every requirement, we encourage you to apply, especially if you're from an underrepresented group. We aim to reflect the diversity of society within our workforce and foster a supportive, inclusive environment for all team members.