Senior Construction Manager in West Midlands, United Kingdom
Company Information
VolkerRail is an established and experienced railway infrastructure contractor. We have a successful track record of delivering projects across the whole of the UK; working with Network Rail, London Underground as well as light rail and tram operating companies to enhance the national infrastructure.
As one of the UKs oldest railway contractors, with a history dating back over 70 years, we are passionate about the preservation and development of the railways. Our years of experience and continued company growth have earned us a reputation within the industry for high performance and innovation, and as a company focussed on timely and efficient delivery.
SENIOR CONSTRUCTION MANAGER
Job Summary
We are looking to appoint a Senior Construction Manager in our Major Projects Business initially working on the Panel South projects across the West Midlands and surrounding areas.
Reporting to the Senior Project Manager, key duties will include:
- Responsible for ensuring all activities are in compliance with company standards and procedures.
- Lead, motivate and direct staff in production to complete the programme of works to the required specification, in a safe and compliant manner and at least cost to VolkerRail
- Determine methods of work and plant to be used on site. Seek alternative methods to improve productivity, safety and quality.
- Assist the Project Manager in the production and review of method statements, safety plans and train workings. Ensure contingencies are in place, all risks are controlled and make improvements as appropriate.
- Monitor performance of Supervisors and give guidance on planning, preparation and implementation of works, ensuring action plans are produced to address shortfalls.
- Ensure resource allocation is compliant and in line with construction budgets, reporting any deviance to the Project Manager.
- Monitor work progressed against programme and specification. Initiate changes to correct deficiencies and advise the Project Manager accordingly.
- Responsible for ensuring that initial site briefings are carried out prior to any work commencing. This includes ensuring adequate competent resources are available to deliver the work content, protection personnel are familiar with the location, all employees are fit for duty (not under the influence of drugs and/or alcohol) and plant is fit for purpose.
- Liaison and communication with VolkerRail staff and contractors plus all relevant external contacts as required in order to discharge the duties and responsibilities of this JD/SRS.
- The discharge of these safety critical duties and responsibilities within this JD/SRS and any other safety critical competencies are mandatory upon the post holder.
Job Requirements
Previous and significant experience of working in a construction management role is essential either within the rail or construction industry.
The successful candidate will also have the following experience/skill set:
- An engineering degree ideally with an health & safety qualification would be desirable.
- Managerial experience in a railway/construction ensironment.
- Well developed people management skills
- Influencing and negotiation skills
- High level of accuracy and attention to detail
- Excellent communication, literacy and interpersonal skills
- Flexible/proactive – can do attitude who shows initiative to support others
- Full UK driving licence
VolkerRail Group offers a competitive salary and attractive benefits that includes pension, performance related pay, and other benefits commensurate to your skills and experience.
Committed to equality of opportunity and diversity.
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