Construction Manager – Switching

Location: Wales

What is the purpose of this role?

• To support the Switching & PES Project Manager in the delivery of the operational aspects of the Switching & PES Package of Works for W&B Transformation and any other works allocated in and effective manner, conforming to contract specification the approved programme and targets costs.
• To support the Switching & PES Project Manager in the implementation of safe working practices relating to operational and occupational safety
• To provide guidance and direction for the team to achieve delivery of the contracted works.
• To support the commercial team to ensure timely reporting and proper management of financial affairs.
• Contribute to the development of positive working relationship with the wider Project Team, Client and stakeholders through collaborative working.

What will this role involve?

• Support the Switching & PES Project Manager ensuring duties are fulfilled in a timely manner.
• Contribute to the development of the timely submission and delivery of the programme across Switching & PES work Package for the CVL works. Support the Switching & PES Project Manager in meeting compliance of all assurance requirements and the strict control of all as-built data.
• Ensure that all safety documentation is produced and approved for all work being carried out under the package.
• Contribute to the weekly construction meetings ensuring that accurate details of progress to date and forecasts are being provided for review.
• Co-ordination of all works package activities & disciplines to ensure a cohesive plan.
• Co-ordinate the implementation of the agreed work package plans with the Switching & PES Project Manager, ensuring that the work is carried out in a safe and effective manner to cost, to specification and to plan.
• Interface with MDC to follow a materials process that ensures the timely delivery of materials.
• Ensure health and safety matters are properly controlled to the relevant standards and that policy is clearly communicated and implemented to all involved in the works.
• Ensuring that all relevant and applicable company procedures are strictly adhered to.
• To promote, improvements in Safety, Health and Environmental management in line with the objectives set by the business.
• Implement systems to ensure all work activities obtain the necessary approvals and that all contract, technical and administrative instructions are implemented prior to commencement of the works.
• Comply with the Contract Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), including financial, commercial, safety and personnel related issues, as agreed with the Account Director.
• Ensure all operations staff fulfils their potential through performance review with recommendations for developmental training.
• Proactively seek improvements in efficiency of operation to support targets through continuous business improvement.
• Display and develop in others a collaborative behaviour and culture.
• Report the progress and performance against the contract, in collaboration with the Switching & PES Project Manager at weekly and monthly business reviews.

• Work with the Switching & PES Project Manager to ensure that the operations organisation is properly resourced with competent people in order to deliver these key accountabilities.

What are we looking for?

• Proven track record in Switching Delivery and is likely to have in excess of five years’ experience at a management level within a major project’s environment
• Proven experience of setting up both mechanical and motorised OLE switches
• Proven experience of commissioning and associated activities.
• Experience in various OCS systems found within the UK, including UKMS 100 and Series 2.
• Experience and knowledge of the various switches used in UK electrification.
• SMSTS & PTS
• OLEC 1 & OLEC 5 for works covered
• Ideally a formal Engineering qualification
• IOSH Managing safely
• Good understanding of the construction / railway industry.
• Understanding of Railway Planning systems
• Working knowledge and application of the CDM Regulations
• Knowledge of accident investigation techniques
• Highly effective motivator with strong written and spoken communication skills and capable of interfacing at all levels in the organisation.
• Exhibit behaviours that will support and develop collaborative working.
• Excellent management skills
• Understanding commercial processes and requirements.
• It should be noted that this post will entail shift working including weekends on site

About Amey

Do you want to work on a high-profile project in the rail industry like Wales and Borders?

Here at Amey we support the multi-billion-pound contract to run the Wales and Borders train service and to develop the Cardiff Central Metro. We will work closely with TfW to deliver a new era for passengers and for Wales, with more services, newer trains, better stations and a more reliable network. We will continue to provide support to TfW Ltd in delivering key projects such as the introduction of new rolling stock and the construction of the £738m South Wales Metro (SWM) transport project, a planned multi-modal transport system, which incorporates trains, light rail and bus services.