Senior Construction Manager - Infrastructure, Civil and Build

Mace Group; London; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a proactive construction manager to lead safety and quality on diverse projects. This role involves collaborating with senior teams, managing stakeholder relationships, and ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations. The ideal candidate will possess strong communication skills and a deep understanding of construction methodologies. This forward-thinking company values diversity and is open to flexible working arrangements, making it an exciting opportunity for those looking to make a significant impact in the construction sector while fostering an inclusive environment.

Benefits

Flexible working options

Inclusive work environment

Professional development opportunities

Networking opportunities

Qualifications

• Proven experience managing multiple large construction packages.
• Strong knowledge of construction processes and safety regulations.
• Ability to communicate effectively and mentor team members.

Responsibilities

• Lead safety and quality standards on construction projects.
• Build relationships with clients and manage stakeholder expectations.
• Support project teams and ensure compliance with Mace Standards.

Skills

Construction methodology

Health and Safety regulations (HSE)

Budget management

Communication skills

Problem solving

Analytical thinking

Interpersonal ability

Planning

Digital platforms implementation

Mentoring

Education

Completed Apprenticeship (or equivalent)

Relevant NVQ or HNC (or equivalent)

External accreditation (CIOB)

Tools

Construction Skills Certificate Scheme (CSCS)

Site Management Safety Training Scheme (SMSTS)

Job description

At Mace, our purpose is to redefine the boundaries of ambition. We believe in creating places that are responsible, bringing transformative impact to our people, communities and societies across the globe. To learn more about our purpose, culture, and priorities, visit our strategy site.

Within our consult business, we harness our unique combination of leading-edge practical expertise and project delivery consultancy to unlock the potential of every project.

Our values shape the way we consult and define the people we want to join us on our journey, they are:

Safety first - Going home safe and well:

• You will be an advocate of Mace's value of Safety First, and be accountable for leading and maintaining exceptional safety, quality, cost, programme, sustainability and project compliance standards.
• You will possess technical expertise in local Health and Safety rules and regulations relevant to project portfolio.
• You will champion a diverse and inclusive working environment and understand the importance of the wellbeing of the people you manage.

Client focus - Deliver on our promise:

• You will work as part of the Senior Construction Delivery Team, taking direction from Construction Lead and Project senior leadership team, providing guidance to wider team.
• You will build relationships to manage and influence senior stakeholders, both internally and externally.
• You will build a strong working relationship with your clients and support the construction lead in turning the client’s vision into a deliverable onsite plan.
• Works as part of the Senior Construction Delivery Team, taking direction from Construction Lead and Project senior leadership team (SLT), providing guidance to wider team.
• Promotes and drives the businesses priorities through Construction to Production, Digital & Data and responsible business.
• Understands and formulates short-term plans to deliver to Programme, able to communicate with and coordinate Trade/Sub Contractors. Owns Safety, Wellbeing and Quality deliverables for specific sections of the Project.
• Contributes to establishing and maintaining Health, Safety and Wellbeing culture onsite.
• Supports Managers in leading focussed forecast Lookahead meetings, providing authority and guidance where required.
• Develops and maintains strong relationships with Client and Design CMT, knowing QA process to final sign-off.
• Provides comprehensive technical expertise and understanding of Mace onsite Standards for each part of the Project, where to find them, and responsible for implementation.
• Identifies and implements continuous improvement and plans, identifies key business improvements.
• Develops and maintain a series of both internal and external relationships.
• Works collaboratively towards the common goal of net zero carbon transition and share responsibility for the proactive identification and management of the associated carbon emissions and reductions during the delivery of work.

Integrity - Always do the right thing:

• You will work to ensure that budgets and other operations are fiscally and ethically viable and meet organisational and legislative compliance obligations.
• You will support the Senior Construction Delivery Team in influencing the long-term development of strategy for a function or Business Unit (BU), creating a sustainable business future.
• You will commit to making a positive impact for our people, our clients, and our planet, and take ownership for holding others to account who do not uphold the Mace values.

Create opportunity for our people to excel:

• You will support Managers and other junior members of your project team and provide an environment to share knowledge and experience.
• You will actively network, innovate, and seek understanding of best practice, utilising the full depth of knowledge of Mace Group, the Centres of Excellence, Mace Way Control Centre and Knowledge Hub.
• You will provide technical expertise and support to Delivery Teams, creating a culture of ownership, promoting roles and responsibilities.

You’ll need to have:

• Detailed knowledge of Construction methodology, process and inherent safety involved.
• Detailed knowledge of digital platforms and how to implement onsite.
• Detailed knowledge of Mace Standards, where to find them, and how to implement them.
• Proven experience in managing multiple large packages of work.
• Planning and budget management experience.
• Open, with strong empathetic communication skills. Aware of industry technology and advances.
• Sound technical expertise in HSE regulations.
• Offering an experienced perspective to all Site operations, exploring new and innovative methods.
• Clearly communicates and ensures that each direct/ indirect report knows their role and importance.
• Acts as a role model to others.
• Aware of their influence and responsibility onsite, leading by example, being fair and reasonable at all times.
• Owns problems within their remit and follows through to resolution.
• Open and approachable, able to recognise and adapt approach to get results.
• Mentors and develops individuals, sharing knowledge and experience.
• Interpersonal ability. Influences and negotiates.
• Problem solving and analytical thinking.
• Technology and Process. Good verbal communication.
• Completed Apprenticeship (or equivalent).
• Relevant NVQ or HNC (Or equivalent).
• Experience in a site based Managerial role (or equivalent).
• SMSTS and Managerial / Professional CSCS Card.
• (Site Management Safety Training Scheme). (Construction Skills Certificate Scheme).

You’ll also have:

• Good understanding of programme, critical path and commissioning strategy.
• Good understanding of MEP systems and their relationship to Structure/Fit Out.
• External, recognised accreditation (CIOB etc) (Chartered Institute of Building).
• Aware of wider BU, Engine and overall Corporate Strategy, and understands their role within each.
• Excellent time management.
• CSCS Card.
• Recognised construction training/qualification (or equivalent).

Mace is an inclusive employer and welcomes interest from a diverse range of candidates. Even if you feel you do not fulfil all of the criteria, please apply as you may still be the best candidate for this role or another role within our organisation.

We are also open to discussing part-time, flexible, and hybrid working options if suitable within the role.