Package Section Manager

Laing O'Rourke; Bridgwater; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Section Manager to oversee construction quality and safety at a major project site. This role involves managing sub-contractors and ensuring that all works meet the highest standards. You will collaborate with various teams, contributing to the project's logistical success while maintaining a strong focus on quality benchmarks. Ideal candidates will have a background in construction management or civil engineering, coupled with excellent communication and organizational skills. Join a forward-thinking company that values diversity and inclusion, and be part of a significant engineering endeavor that shapes the future.

Benefits

Private Medical Insurance

Company Pension Scheme

Annual Holiday Allowance

Company Car Allowance

Qualifications

• Degree in Construction Management or Civil Engineering required.
• 1-5 years of building experience, especially in internal/fit out trades.

Responsibilities

• Manage daily sub-contractors and monitor resource levels.
• Ensure works meet quality benchmarks and specifications.
• Coordinate with design team for buildable designs.

Skills

Construction Management

Civil Engineering

BIM (2D and 3D)

Sub-contract Management

Organisational Skills

Time Management

Problem Solving

Education

Degree in Building/Construction Management

Degree in Civil Engineering

IOSH/SMSTS or equivalent safety accreditation

Tools

NAVISworks

Job description

Organisation Information:

Bouygues Travaux Publics (TP) and Laing O'Rourke, two of Europe's most dynamic engineering and construction specialists, are working together in a joint venture named BYLOR to deliver the main civil engineering works at Hinkley Point C (HPC) worth over £2.8 billion.

Bylor are responsible for the Design & Build (D&B) including fit out and handover of the HBX Operations Service Centre (OSC) within Hinkley Point C. The building is a mixed use warehouse/office/laboratory/restaurant and office building which connects to both Unit 1 & 2 Turbine Halls via sky bridges.

Purpose of the role:

The Section Manager will work directly with the construction manager and ensure that the project is built to the right quality, to the highest standards of safety and in line with the agreed schedule. The Section Manager will be responsible for a floor/zone within the HBX and report to the construction manager. The role will interface with multiple Tier 2 and direct labour so strong communication and organisational skills are required.

Key responsibilities and specific accountabilities:

• Sub-contract management
• Managing daily the sub-contractors on a floor/zone basis
• Monitor labour and material resource levels for each package
• Daily diary of progress and notable actions
• Contribute to the overall logistic plan of the site for your specific packages
• Chair and assist package interface meeting in both design and construction space
• Responsible for ensuring works meet the correct quality benchmarks and specification including the use of electronic record systems (FV/Snagmaster or similar)
• Design input - ensure design is buildable and coordinate with design team in timely manner to ensure works comply with the clients specification
• Review and input into SHEQ documentation inclusive of RAMS/ITPs/QA etc
• Assist with LTQRs and handover of area/rooms/levels in line with procedures and schedules
• Assist with overall logistics and plans to facilitate the works

Essential skills & knowledge:

Technical Skills:

• Buildings experience of 1-5 years + - specific to internal/fit out trades - understands the interfaces and complexities of a building project
• Methodical thinker and action taker
• Construction management or civil engineering degree
• Strong organisational and time management skills - candidate will be responsible for multiple packages
• BIM - 2D and 3D at basic-intermediate level - additional training will be provided. Use of NAVISworks is desirable
• Understand and create programmes/schedules of work

Interpersonal Skills:

• A strong communicator with the ability to work within a team environment
• Respects other team members across all functions and has a one team approach.
• Presents a professional image and promotes the values of the project
• Demonstrates commitment to work to processes
• Good problem solver
• Self-motivated

Education & Qualifications:

• Must hold a degree in Building/Construction management or Civil engineering with relevant building experience
• IOSH/SMSTS or equivalent safety accreditation

Additional Information:

All positions with Bylor are employed directly with either Laing O'Rourke or Bouygues Travaux Public and include competitive salaries, private medical insurance, company pension schemes and annual holiday allowance. Some grades will also include a company car allowance.

Unless stated otherwise all positions are based at Hinkley Point C in Somerset.

Bylor are committed to being an equal opportunities employer and promote greater equality, diversity and inclusion in our workplace.