Senior Construction Manager

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

Job summary

A leading transportation solutions provider in the UK is seeking a Telecoms Construction Manager to lead telecom installations and manage project safety and compliance. The role involves coordinating activities, controlling expenditures, and maintaining client relationships. Candidates should have a degree in Engineering and experience in telecommunications within the Rail sector.

Benefits

Inclusive employment policies

Flexible working arrangements

Diverse work environment

Qualifications

• Experience in managing telecommunications projects within the Rail sector.
• Strong understanding of safety regulations and codes.
• Proficiency in project cost and performance analysis.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate all construction project activities.
• Implement safety programs and ensure regulatory compliance.
• Control project expenditures and manage budgets.

Skills

Project management

Safety program implementation

Client relationship management

Cost control

Construction coordination

Education

Degree in Engineering or related field

Tools

Construction management software

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12.08.2025

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Job Description

We are currently recruiting for Telecoms Construction Manager to become a key member of the team and have competency to deliver and manage all aspects of Telecoms installations, technical assurance, commercial and contract management within the Rail sector.

Roles and Responsibilities:

• Coordinate all construction project activities including actions of AtkinsRéalis, subcontractors, suppliers, clients,and their representatives.
• Direct and implement the overall project safety programs and ensure adherence to local and national Regulatory safety codes.
• Develop the project construction organisation. Ensure the organisation is composed of qualified and knowledgeable personnel and ensures effective personnel utilisation.
• Review project cost and schedule performance through progress reporting and project analysis in coordination with Project Controls Manager/ Quantity Surveyors (QS).
• Ensure appropriate corrective actions are taken, and monitor and analyse project safety, cost, schedule and quality performance.
• Control project expenditures and services and ensure field operations are within the budget.
• Maintain client relationship. The SCM is the primary contact for client’s communication with the field activities.
• Adherence to All AtkinsRéalis construction procedures and processes and any deviation noted and approved by Technical Head of Construction.
• Maintain an effective relationship with all other AtkinsRéalis functional departments.
• Responsible for the implementation of the HOTT process.
• Coordinate all project contractual activities. Participate in contracts and subcontracts negotiations during project implementation.
• Coordinate all construction activities to fully support project plans and schedules.
• Direct the development and implementation of a training program to ensure subordinate personnel receive progressive training to enable them to assume additional responsibilities.
• Coordinate with the Testing and Commissioning Manager.
• Ensure required permits and licenses are in place prior to the start of the affected work at site.
• Ensure that various construction teams have the capability to execute assigned scope in a safe, secure and cost-effective manner in accordance with the cost, technical, schedule, and quality baselines.
• Assist Lead Construction Engineers with balancing and prioritizing construction resources to support successful execution.
• Support the QS by reviewing change notice proposals to establish cost and impact to the total subcontract value, budget, and overall project forecast.
• Accountable for providing the appropriate provisions for temporary and permanent site setup Accountabilities.
• Reports to Practice Director for Construction Delivery.
• To the Project Manager/Director for execution of assigned responsibilities within a project.

Why work for AtkinsRéalis?

Our Transportation teams are reinventing transport for a challenging yet exciting future. We're creating new ideas and smart solutions for cities, people and the environment. You'll be working alongside some of the top people in our industry, solving challenges that bring together traditional engineering and new technologies. As part of our organisation, you'll be in a privileged position, delivering what's right for governments and communities. You'll be helping us to improve our leading environmental performance while enabling others to do the same.

Security clearance:

This role may require security clearance and offers of employment will be dependent on obtaining the relevant level of clearance. If this is necessary, it will be discussed with you at interview. The vetting process is delivered by United Kingdom Security Vetting (UKSV) and may require candidates to provide proof of residency in the UK of 5 years or longer. If applying to this role please do not make reference to (in conversation) or include in your application or CV, details of any current or previously held security clearance.

We are committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive community - a place where we can all be ourselves, thrive and develop. To help embed inclusion for all, from day one, we offer a range of family friendly, inclusive employment policies, flexible working arrangements and employee networks to support staff from different backgrounds. As an Equal Opportunities Employer, we value applications from all backgrounds, cultures and ability.

#LI-UK#LI-ATKINS #LI-Transportation

Worker Type

Employee

Job Description

We are currently recruiting for Telecoms Construction Manager to become a key member of the team and have competency to deliver and manage all aspects of Telecoms installations, technical assurance, commercial and contract management within the Rail sector.

Roles and Responsibilities:

Coordinate all construction project activities including actions of AtkinsRéalis, subcontractors, suppliers, clients,and their representatives.

Direct and implement the overall project safety programs and ensure adherence to local and national Regulatory safety codes.

Develop the project construction organisation. Ensure the organisation is composed of qualified and knowledgeable personnel and ensures effective personnel utilisation.

Review project cost and schedule performance through progress reporting and project analysis in coordination with Project Controls Manager/ Quantity Surveyors (QS).

Ensure appropriate corrective actions are taken, and monitor and analyse project safety, cost, schedule and quality performance.

Control project expenditures and services and ensure field operations are within the budget.

Maintain client relationship. The SCM is the primary contact for client’s communication with the field activities.

Adherence to All AtkinsRéalis construction procedures and processes and any deviation noted and approved by Technical Head of Construction.

Maintain an effective relationship with all other AtkinsRéalis functional departments.

Responsible for the implementation of the HOTT process.

Coordinate all project contractual activities. Participate in contracts and subcontracts negotiations during project implementation.

Coordinate all construction activities to fully support project plans and schedules.

Direct the development and implementation of a training program to ensure subordinate personnel receive progressive training to enable them to assume additional responsibilities.

Coordinate with the Testing and Commissioning Manager.

Ensure required permits and licenses are in place prior to the start of the affected work at site.

Ensure that various construction teams have the capability to execute assigned scope in a safe, secure and cost-effective manner in accordance with the cost, technical, schedule, and quality baselines.

Assist Lead Construction Engineers with balancing and prioritizing construction resources to support successful execution.

Support the QS by reviewing change notice proposals to establish cost and impact to the total subcontract value, budget, and overall project forecast.

Accountable for providing the appropriate provisions for temporary and permanent site setup Accountabilities.

Reports to Practice Director for Construction Delivery.

To the Project Manager/Director for execution of assigned responsibilities within a project.

Why work for AtkinsRéalis?

Our Transportation teams are reinventing transport for a challenging yet exciting future. We're creating new ideas and smart solutions for cities, people and the environment. You'll be working alongside some of the top people in our industry, solving challenges that bring together traditional engineering and new technologies. As part of our organisation, you'll be in a privileged position, delivering what's right for governments and communities. You'll be helping us to improve our leading environmental performance while enabling others to do the same.

Security clearance:

This role may require security clearance and offers of employment will be dependent on obtaining the relevant level of clearance. If this is necessary, it will be discussed with you at interview. The vetting process is delivered by United Kingdom Security Vetting (UKSV) and may require candidates to provide proof of residency in the UK of 5 years or longer. If applying to this role please do not make reference to (in conversation) or include in your application or CV, details of any current or previously held security clearance.

We are committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive community - a place where we can all be ourselves, thrive and develop. To help embed inclusion for all, from day one, we offer a range of family friendly, inclusive employment policies, flexible working arrangements and employee networks to support staff from different backgrounds. As an Equal Opportunities Employer, we value applications from all backgrounds, cultures and ability.

#LI-UK#LI-ATKINS #LI-Transportation

Worker Type

Employee

Job Type

Regular

At AtkinsRéalis, we seek to hire individuals with diverse characteristics, backgrounds and perspectives. We strongly believe that world-class talent makes no distinctions based on gender, ethnic or national origin, sexual identity and orientation, age, religion or disability, but enriches itself through these differences.