Site Manager

NUKEM Ltd.; Reading; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

NUKEM Ltd. is looking for a Site Manager to oversee construction projects in Reading, UK. You’ll manage site operations, ensuring that projects meet Nuvia’s standards while achieving client objectives. Responsibility includes directing teams and ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards.

The ideal candidate will possess a relevant engineering degree and experience in managing engineering projects, with strong leadership skills and experience in construction environments. A background in nuclear or decommissioning sectors is preferred.

Qualifications

• Experience in engineering project management.
• Direct involvement in complex engineering projects.
• Knowledge of planning methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Manage site works as directed.
• Coordinate all project activities.
• Ensure site safety and compliance.

Skills

Knowledge in construction/trade-based discipline

Project management

Leadership skills

Stakeholder management

Communication skills

Microsoft Office skills

Education

Engineering or technical/science degree or HNC/HND qualification

Minimum Level 6 NVQ in Construction Management

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft PowerPoint

Job description

Job title

Site Manager

Contract type

Permanent

Telework?

Not specified

Description of the assignment

Site Manager

Berkshire

Purpose of the job: Under direction of the PM/SPM assist in the completion and execution of projects to ensure their safe, secure, timely, cost effective and best quality delivery, meeting both the client’s and Nuvia’s business objectives.

Responsibilities

• To manage site works as delegated by the Project Manager or Construction Manager
• To coordinate all work
• To take ownership of the Programme of Work
• To set up the site infrastructure in accordance with company standard
• To manage all resources including Subcontractors and Nuvia labour on site to ensure safety, quality and time constraints are met
• To identify and manage all areas of Change
• To be the focal point of the site works as they are implemented on site
• Comply with Nuvia standards for decommissioning and construction works
• Set up site infrastructure to enable the start of works
• Familiar with all contract documents particularly the drawings and specification to ensure the full scope of work is achieved
• Manage a team of supervisors and engineers in progressing the site works
• Communicate effectively to all parties supervising and undertaking the works
• Direct a team of supervisors and engineers in the implementation of the works
• Set up safe systems of work on site and approve all SSOW documents drafted by Nuvia and Subcontractors, involving Safety representatives in this process, and draft SSOW documents when required
• Arrange for Drafts reports for inclusion in project manager reports
• Perform non‑routine and complex assignments involving responsibility for planning and conducting a complete project of relatively limited scope or a portion of a larger and more diverse project
• Prepare, or direct preparation and modification of, reports, specifications, drawings, plans, schedules, environmental impact studies etc.
• Follow company QMS standards and procedures while delivering projects and ensure others follow them in the production of all deliverables
• Ensure coordination with and between all engineering and related disciplines to produce integrated engineering deliverables
• Safe delivery of project scope and compliance with all SHE requirements
• Communicate effectively with all site stakeholders, especially client representatives
• Accountable for construction site performance

Key Accountabilities

• Appointment memorandum will define limits of authority
• Work is undertaken from appointment as Site Manager by the Project Manager/Construction Manager
• Site performance is regularly reviewed by the Project Manager/Construction Manager

Profile

Occupational Skills and Knowledge

• Knowledge and qualification in a construction and/or trade‑based discipline with formal qualifications

Duties and Requirements

• Engineering, or other technical/science based, degree or HNC/HND level qualification with some experience
• Direct and demonstrable experience of involvement in the provision and management of engineering projects in front‑end design and/or design & build projects
• Knowledge of planning and project control methods and analysis
• A background gained in a technical environment working for clients from across the industry
• Demonstrable experience in a Project Engineering role in the management and delivery of the design of process / materials handling plants
• Proven track record within a complex project environment with strong organisational and interpersonal skills
• Good understanding of project management tools and their appropriate utilisation
• Excellent skills in the use of Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint
• Demonstrable experience in Decommissioning / Construction Works delivery with a high M and E content
• Ambitious ability to drive construction to successful completion
• Leadership/People management skills, Stakeholder management, Communication skills at all levels across the business, Motivational and unfazed at working to tight deadlines. Client focused. Driving for results. Strategic Decision making. Acting commercially. Managing change and review. Developing yourself and others. Communicating and Influencing. Managing your own safety and environment and the safety of others.
• Higher qualifications with decommissioning and / or construction theme
• Minimum Level 6 NVQ in Construction Management with black CSCS Manager card (or equivalent)
• Engineering or Project Management experience delivering different forms of contract
• Experience in the Nuclear/decommissioning/construction services sectors
• Sub‑contractor and management experience

Job location

Europe, United Kingdom, England, South East

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