About the job

Description

Construction Manager

Professional Profile:

Academic and Professional Requirements

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Civil Engineering or Mechanical Engineering.
• Minimum of 5 years of professional experience in a similar role, preferably within the construction or infrastructure sector.

Technical Knowledge

• Proficient in essential tools:
• MS Project (project scheduling and planning)
• Excel (data analysis and reporting)
• AutoCAD (project reading and drafting)
• Fluency in English, both written and spoken.

Personal Skills

• Strong sense of initiative and responsibility.
• Excellent organisational and planning abilities.
• Effective communication skills and ability to foster interpersonal relationships within multidisciplinary teams.

Main Duties and Responsibilities:

• Ensure the production, distribution, and proper communication of all required site documentation, including: method Statements, risk assessments, health and safety plan, environmental plan, quality plan, and COSHH assessments.
• Conduct regular safety and quality inspections (Inspection and Test Plans - ITPs).
• Ensure that subcontractors receive up-to-date and controlled documents, in coordination with the Document Controller.
• Gain a thorough understanding of the project specifications and ensure compliance on site.
• Oversee and manage the supply of materials and equipment to meet site requirements.
• Monitor and control work progress, implementing corrective and preventive measures when necessary.
• Ensure all Risk Assessments, Method Statements and procedures are properly followed and applied.
• Provide clear and accurate information to installation teams for the effective execution of their tasks.
• Exercise the authority to halt works when deemed necessary, and always at the direction of the Project Manager.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant policies and procedures outlined in the Construction Phase Health and Safety Plan, Quality Plan, and Environmental Plan.
• Review quality reports, inspection findings and safety notices, ensuring appropriate follow-up actions.
• Lead by example, promoting a culture of continuous quality improvement and safety awareness.
• Coordinate and participate in quality meetings and programmes.
• Manage and follow up on any non-conformities, ensuring that corrective actions are properly implemented.
• Request inspections from the Principal Contractor when required.