Senior Construction Manager

JR United Kingdom; Taunton; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the UK nuclear industry is seeking a Senior Construction Manager for the Hinkley Point C project. This full-time role involves overseeing major construction activities, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations, and managing project delivery effectively. Candidates should have significant experience in the nuclear sector and relevant engineering qualifications.

Benefits

Generous holiday allowance

Matched pension scheme

Access to health and wellness programs

Employee share scheme

Payment of professional fees

Qualifications

• Experience in a highly regulated industry, preferably Nuclear.
• Proven track record in delivering major construction projects.
• Mechanical experience preferred; electrical and HVAC considered.

Responsibilities

• Ensure project delivery on time, within budget, and to quality standards.
• Provide strong HSE leadership and build a compliant safety culture.
• Manage daily construction and site engineering activities.

Skills

Stakeholder management

Organization

Planning

Quality

Health and safety

Leadership

Education

Relevant engineering qualification

Professional accreditation (e.g., Project Management)

IOSH or NEBOSH certification

Job description

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Senior Construction Manager

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Location: Taunton, GB, TA5 1UD

Company: Cavendish Nuclear

Onsite or Hybrid: OnSite

Job Title: Senior Construction Manager

Location: Hinkley Point C, Bridgwater, Somerset

Compensation: Competitive + Benefits

Role Type: Full time / Permanent

Role ID: SF60900

At Cavendish Nuclear, we’re working to create a safe and secure world. Join us as a Senior Construction Manager at our Hinkley Point C site.

This is a great opportunity to work as part of the MEH Alliance on the prestigious Hinkley Point C Nuclear project, focusing on the delivery of Mechanical, Electrical, Heating, Ventilation, and Air-Conditioning (MEH), cabling, and support services, ensuring seamless integration and coordination.

The Role

As a Senior Construction Manager, you’ll be involved in a major project with national significance. Your responsibilities include:

• Ensuring project delivery on time, within budget, and to quality standards, while promoting health and safety compliance.
• Providing strong HSE leadership and building a compliant safety culture throughout the project lifecycle.
• Managing daily construction and site engineering activities, ensuring adherence to safe systems of work.
• Managing interfaces between MEH partners and subcontractors to ensure smooth building delivery.
• Leading, managing, and motivating the construction team with best practices.
• Conducting productivity reviews and analyzing engineering design deliverables.
• Managing Change processes promptly and effectively.
• Implementing Completions processes early, interfacing with relevant leads.

Please note: The successful candidate must pass a targeted medical questionnaire/examination as a condition of employment.

This is a full-time role, based on-site at Hinkley Point C, with a 37-hour workweek.

Essential Experience

• Experience in a highly regulated industry, preferably Nuclear.
• Mechanical experience preferred; electrical and HVAC considered.
• Proven track record in delivering major construction projects.
• Skills in stakeholder management, organization, planning, quality, health, and safety.
• Ability to build strong relationships with employees and contractors.
• Experience with Joint Venture Partnerships.

Qualifications

• Relevant engineering qualification or equivalent experience.
• Professional accreditation (e.g., Project Management, Construction, Engineering).
• IOSH or NEBOSH certification.
• Security Clearance (must achieve and maintain BPSS clearance).

What We Offer

• Generous holiday allowance.
• Matched pension scheme, life assurance.
• Access to health and wellness programs.
• Employee share scheme and shopping portal.
• Payment of professional fees.
• Special leave for Reservists and volunteering days.

About Cavendish Nuclear: A leader in the UK nuclear industry, providing critical solutions across energy, defense, and decommissioning. We are committed to diversity and flexible working. For adjustments during the application process, contact us at [email].

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