Construction Manager

Construction Manager
Location: Prenton
Salary – up to £59,850 per year with a strong benefits package and fantastic career progression opportunities
Full Time / Permanent
Closing Date: 22nd July 2024

Help us create a better future, quicker 

The role of Construction Manager sits within project delivery of SPM 132kV Networks business reporting directly to the Lead Construction Manager working for SP Energy Networks. The department is responsible for the construction of, new build, replacement, refurbishment and or other associated major transmission projects you will be one part of a multi-disciplined team responsible for delivering the project leading the construction phase.

What you’ll be doing 

 
As the Construction Manager you’ll provide support for project technical input for planning and development stages including supporting the build-up of all pre-construction information and will provide technical expertise to project delivery strategy, project programme, and support and assist the Principal Designer to coordinate the design stages.

You’ll assist with the delivery strategy and preparation of contract bid packages of work. Lead the technical analysis for each contract and proactively resolve technical queries this includes leading the technical evaluation of each bid to meet key milestone dates for award and site start. 

Provide leadership of the Construction Management Team (CMT) providing technical support, and advice, this will include management of several onsite contractors.

Deliver work with a high degree of autonomy and in a team consisting of Project Management, Quantity Surveyor’s, Engineers, Safety, Environmental and Quality advisors. Experienced in site environmental legislation, waste, and mitigation.

Supporting on all quality standards and specifications with a focus on planning and monitoring of the works using the contractor’s inspection and testing regime this will include control over all material and free issue equipment. Support and Coordinate project development design, planning, estates, and wayleaves and procurement stages to support contractor access requirements where required.

What you’ll bring 

Good knowledge of the installation and testing techniques associated with the following areas: excavations, ducts, trenches, troughs, foundations, rebar installations, structural steelwork, building direction, cladding, roofing, drainage, NRSWA, electrical earthing installations, fencing, use of concrete and control of contaminated ground - with experience in planning and management of civil and electrical works at 33kV and 132kV, including enabling, foundations, buildings and remediation works.

Expert understanding of electrical design drawings, circuit diagrams, wiring diagrams and inspection and testing. Strong leadership and planning skills. Experienced in the management of NEC Option B and FIDIC type contracts. 

Significant experience in all current health and safety legislation and CDM Regulations 2015 including duty holder roles most notably in the Principal Contractor role. Proven ability to lead and work in a team and contractors’ environment.

Minimum five years’ experience as a Construction Manager delivering the Principal Contractor role and managing multiple contractors, although not a prerequisite.

Ideally BEng in Electrical Power Engineering or similar, or significant on-site experience (5 years minimum)

SP Energy Networks authorisations up to 132kV (although not a prerequisite).

Ability to implement and monitor quality assurance and environmental processes.

Proficient in IT applications: Excel, Microsoft Project, Word, Power Point, and good literary skills.

Current five days SMSTS or equivalent.

First Aid 
 

What’s in it for you

As well as a competitive salary which is reviewed annually, you can also enjoy a number of other benefits. With our pension scheme, we’ll double match your contribution up to a company contribution of 10%. 

At ScottishPower, we believe it’s the little things we do in life that make a big difference. From helping you look after your family’s wellbeing, save for your future and take personal steps for climate action – our benefits are designed to help you do just that - so that you have everything you need to take care of your world – today and tomorrow. That’s why our benefits include:

• 36 days annual leave

• Holiday Purchase – perfect your work/life balance with extra annual leave

• Share Schemes

• Payroll Giving and Charity Matched Funding

• Technology Vouchers – save more and spread the cost of your technology purchases<