Senior Construction Manager - Reading

Regional Buildings; Reading; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Construction Manager to lead a significant defence project in Berkshire. This role offers the chance to work in a secure environment, overseeing construction operations and ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards. You'll manage teams and collaborate with engineering and project management to deliver results on time and within budget. Join a company that values diversity and inclusion, and contributes to vital infrastructure projects that enhance communities. This opportunity not only promises professional growth but also a chance to make a meaningful impact in the industry.

Benefits

Flexible working hours

25 days paid annual leave

Maternity/adoption leave with full pay

Paternity leave with full pay

Pension plan

Share incentive plan

Volunteering leave

Recognition schemes

Qualifications

• Proven experience managing large scale construction projects.
• Strong understanding of construction regulations and safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Oversee construction operations ensuring safety and quality.
• Manage teams and subcontractors, fostering collaboration on site.

Skills

Construction Project Management

Health & Safety Compliance

Team Leadership

Communication Skills

Education

SMSTS Certification

CIOB Membership

Job description

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About the role

We're looking for an experienced Senior Construction Manager to play a key role in delivering a high-profile defence project in Berkshire.

This is a great opportunity to be part of a complex and rewarding programme, working in a secure and highly regulated environment.

You'll be leading a skilled team, ensuring the smooth delivery of construction activities while maintaining the highest of standards of safety, quality and compliance. If you thrive in a challenging environment and enjoy working on projects that make a real difference, we'd love to hear from you.

What you'll be doing

1. Overseeing construction operations, ensuring work is completed safely, on time, and to the highest quality
2. Managing teams, sub-contractors and suppliers, fostering strong collaboration on site
3. Working closely with engineering, design and project management teams to keep everything running smoothly
4. Ensuring compliance with CDM regulations, security requirements and industry best practice
5. Managing project risks, budgets and schedules to keep everything on track

Who we're looking for

1. A strong track record in managing large scale construction projects including fit out
2. A deep understanding of construction regulations and a health & safety champion
3. Great leadership and communication skills, with the ability to motivate teams and work collaboratively
4. Relevant construction qualifications (SMSTS, CIOB)

Why work for us

Day in, day out, our teams deliver some of the UK's most ambitious, exciting and meaningful projects; developing, building and maintaining the vital infrastructure that supports national economies and strengthens communities.

Why join us?

As if contributing to and supporting work that makes life better for millions wasn't rewarding enough, we offer a full range of benefits too. You'll have the freedom to shape the package that's right for you and your life. Here are some of our key benefits:

• Smart working, giving you more flexibility such as staggered start and finish times, with up to 40% remote working, where roles allow.
• 25 days paid annual leave (pro rata)
• Family friendly policies which include 28 weeks full pay for maternity/adoption leave and four weeks full pay for paternity/partners leave
• Pension, share incentive plan, volunteering leave, recognition schemes and much more...

About us

Operating across England and Wales, our buildings teams create places where people live, are cared for, work, learn, meet and have fun, with a focus on the aviation, health, defence, education and development sectors.

Diversity and inclusion

At Balfour Beatty we believe that diversity and inclusion are essential components of any successful, happy workplace. Through our Value Everyone Diversity and Inclusion Strategy and Action Plan, we are growing our diverse workforce and developing our inclusive culture where everyone is able to thrive and reach their full potential, regardless of their identity or background.