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Rullion; Greater London; On-site; GBP 92,000 - 148,000; Full time

Job summary

Rullion is hiring a Construction Manager to lead a major runway construction project in London. The role involves directing on-site civil activities within a live operational environment, coordinating with design, engineering, procurement and controls teams, and ensuring HSE and quality standards are met.

The successful candidate will have a Civil Engineering or Construction Management degree, significant exp. in major civil works, and Chartered status (CEng) or equivalent.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or equivalent, or practical experience.
• Significant experience as Construction Manager or Senior Field Engineer on major civil infrastructure projects.
• Experience delivering projects in live operational environments.
• Strong knowledge of civil methods, sequencing, and constructability.
• Excellent HSE and quality management understanding.
• Experience managing contractors, schedules, costs, and stakeholders.
• Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• CEng or equivalent Chartered status preferred.
• Aviation/airfield or major transport infrastructure experience helpful.
• Knowledge of UK CDM Regulations and NEC contracts.

Responsibilities

• Lead construction teams on a major aviation infrastructure project.
• Manage civil activities in a live operational environment.
• Coordinate with design, engineering, procurement and project controls.
• Review constructability, logistics, sequencing and temporary works.
• Monitor contractor performance, quality, cost and programme delivery.
• Ensure compliance with HSE and quality standards.
• Support commissioning, handover and close-out activities.
• Mentor Field Engineers and construction personnel.
• Resolve on-site issues and drive improvements.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem solving

HSE knowledge

Stakeholder management

Civil construction methods

Constructability

NEC contracts

CEng (Chartered Engineer)

Education

Bachelor's/Master's in Civil Engineering or Construction Management

CEng or equivalent

Job description

Job title: Construction Manager - Runway Construction Projects

Job Type: Contract - Inside IR35

Duration: ASAP (TBC) - 12 Month duration - potential to extend

Salary Range: Rates around experience

Location: London, UK

Full Site Based/Hybrid/Remote Working: Full Site Based (Office/Project)

Hours of work: Full Time - 40 hours a week

Role information:

• Lead construction teams on a major aviation infrastructure project.
• Manage civil construction activities in a live operational environment.
• Coordinate with design, engineering, procurement, and project controls teams.
• Review constructability, logistics, sequencing, and temporary works strategies.
• Monitor contractor performance, quality, cost, and programme delivery.
• Ensure compliance with Health, Safety, Environmental (HSE), and quality standards.
• Support commissioning, project handover, and close-out activities.
• Mentor and supervise Field Engineers and construction personnel.
• Resolve on-site technical issues and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.

Qualifications/Experience Required:

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or a related discipline - or equivalent professional experience
• Significant experience as a Construction Manager, Senior Field Engineer, or similar on major civil infrastructure projects.
• Experience delivering projects in live operational environments.
• Strong knowledge of civil construction methods, sequencing, and constructability.
• Excellent understanding of HSE and quality management practices.
• Experience managing contractors, project schedules, costs, and stakeholder relationships.
• Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Chartered Engineer (CEng) or equivalent.
• Aviation, airfield, or major transport infrastructure experience.
• Knowledge of UK CDM Regulations.
• Experience administering NEC contracts.
• Experience delivering brownfield projects in live environments.

We try to respond to all applicants, but sometimes this is not possible due to high volumes of applications. If you have not heard from us within 14 days, regrettably it means you have been unsuccessful on this occasion.

Company information:

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Since 1978, Rullion has been securing exceptional candidates for a range of clients, from large well-known brands to SMEs and start-ups. As a family-owned business, Rullion's approach is credible and honest, focusing on building long-lasting relationships with both clients and candidates.

Rullion is a forward-thinking recruitment company specialising in providing a wide range of talent consultancy services to a diverse client base. We celebrate and support diversity and are committed to ensuring equal opportunities for both employees and applicants.

Rullion celebrates and supports diversity and is committed to ensuring equal opportunities for both employees and applicants.