POSITION OVERVIEW

The Construction Manager shall lead by example and take ownership for the successful delivery of all installation activities on the allocated projects. Effectively managing resources - people, time, plant, materials and subcontractors to achieve higher productivity and lower unit cost across all allocated projects. Effectively communicate task requirements to staff, motivating staff, including sub-contractors, empowering all team members to achieve their plan and growth targets.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Tender planned signalling installation works as part of the overall project tendering process
• Scope and review subcontract installation packages of works
• Plan project activities to suit access and project deliverables
• Deliver the project programme to time, quality and resource plan
• Delivery of the project to forecasted costs, regular reporting and detailed cost control measures
• Liaise with the customer on the project building successful delivery relationships
• Safety Leadership - to lead by example in project site safety
• Ensure completion of handover documentation
• Monitor and control worked hours and un-worked hours
• Maintain IRSE logbook
• Support the interdisciplinary process with the client and others
• Ensure SHEQ and Tech Briefs are carried out to all allocated staff
• Annual and midterm Performance reviews of staff
• To comply with and undertake all relevant Environment, Health & Safety measures and activities

ESSENTIAL

Skills:

• Full driving Licence
• Business / cost awareness
• Health, Safety & Environmental responsibilities
• Contract legislation
• Computer literate in Excel/Word

Qualification

• Installation Manager IRSE Licence
• Valid PTS ac/dc certificate
• Emergency First Aid
• Manual Handling
• OLEC 1

Experience

• Knowledge of contract conditions
• Financial and commercial knowledge
• Engineering background
• Knowledge and experience of Railway Signalling operations
• Established track record in delivery of major signalling project from tender to commissioning.
• Management and leadership of staff on projects
• Understanding of planning process
• Knowledge of risk assessment process
• In-depth underpinning knowledge of group & line standards
• Commercial awareness
• Knowledge of HSE requirements
• Appreciation of design & test

Qualifications:

• ONC or equivalent in Elec. Engineering
• Member of IRSE
• Installation manager Licence

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