Site Construction Lead - Travel, Safety & NEC Expert

MTrec Technical; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

An excellent salary.

A good pension scheme.

Annual company bonus.

Hybrid working after ramp-up.

Job summary

MTrec Technical is seeking a Site Construction Manager to lead on-site operations across multiple projects in the UK, including travel to diverse locations. You will oversee safety, quality, and NEC contract compliance while coordinating subcontractors and internal teams to deliver upgrades on schedule.

The role requires strong problem-solving, leadership, and communication skills, along with a proactive approach to risk assessment and safety documentation in line with CDM Regulations 2015.

Qualifications

• Experience in site construction management, preferably within power generation or refining industries.
• HNC/D in Engineering or equivalent.
• Extensive knowledge of NEC3 and NEC4 construction contracts and CDM regulations.
• Proficiency in MS Office, MS Project and ERP systems (Epicor preferred).
• Experience in engineering principles, fabrication techniques and technical drawing interpretation.
• Strong knowledge of construction management processes and regulations.
• Ability to analyse site constraints and develop effective work plans.
• Familiarity with risk assessment methodologies and safety procedures.
• Strong leadership and team management abilities.
• Excellent problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• Ability to prioritize tasks, meet deadlines and work under pressure.
• High flexibility in dynamic site environments.
• Effective communication and negotiation skills to manage diverse stakeholders.
• Willingness to travel extensively and work on-site for extended periods.

Responsibilities

• Plan and organize site operations across projects.
• Coordinate daily activities and conduct risk assessments.
• Oversee safety documentation in line with CDM Regulations 2015.
• Lead on-site teams and subcontractors to ensure quality and timeliness.
• Ensure NEC3/NEC4 contracting compliance and safety procedures.
• Monitor budgets and allocate resources for projects.
• Provide progress updates and document safety audits and incidents.

Skills

Site construction management

NEBOSH/IOSH knowledge

Travel readiness

Leadership & team management

Risk assessment

Strong communication

Education

HNC/D in Engineering

Engineering project management

Tools

MS Office

MS Project

Epicor ERP

Job description

MTrec Technical is seeking a Site Construction Manager to lead on-site operations across multiple projects in the UK, including travel to diverse locations. You will oversee safety, quality, and NEC contract compliance while coordinating subcontractors and internal teams to deliver upgrades on schedule.

The role requires strong problem-solving, leadership, and communication skills, along with a proactive approach to risk assessment and safety documentation in line with CDM Regulations 2015.