Construction Manager

NES Fircroft are working on behalf of an industry leading power cabling client, sourcing a construction manager. Supporting our client on their high profile project, The Construction Manager is responsible for the Planning and Execution of Civil Engineering and Cable Installation works part of the overall execution Project.
The role has been assessed as outside IR35 so can allow Ltd Company working (pending a personal assessment). For the correct, competent and suitable candidate, the role will be based on a 12-month renewable contract with a 4 week notice period

Key Responsibilities and Accountabilities

• The Construction Manager is responsible for the Planning and Execution of Civil Engineering and Cable Installation works part of the overall execution Project.
• Related work: route planning, linear duct installation, reinstatement, HDD trenchless crossings, HV cable Joint Bay construction.
• Management of involved subcontractors as well as the internal resources assigned to the relevant scope, monitoring against Quality inspection and test plan.
• Ensure status reporting to the wider project team
• Ensure good communications and coordination with the relevant internal and external parties.
• Ensure progress as per project programme, suggest and implement mitigations in case of schedule slippage.
• Identify risks (including QHSE) and opportunities and conduct proactive work and decide on actions to mitigate identified risks or realise opportunities.
• Ensure that the work is performed according to Health & Safety and Environmental plans and regulations.
• Responsible for installation/service, both qualitatively and quantitatively performed in the best possible way, taking into account the required time, resource and cost frames

Competencies and Qualifications require for the position

• Education: Preferably Degree or formal qualification in civil engineering/Construction Management or equivalent alternatively relevant practical experience obtained from a similar role
• Experience: Previous proven experience from turn-key land cable installation projects including civils and cable installation scope. Preferably having outlined understanding of marine cable installations at the landfalls, as marine interconnectors may be part of project interface
• Qualification: UK NVQ/SMSTS, CSCS card to suit role, Black or Gold. Temporary works Experience/ awareness.
• Social Skills: High capacity to establish good relations with client and subcontractor representatives on all levels. Skill to manage a team.
• Communication: Ability to write and review high quality documentation such as method statements, risk assessments and construction plans being technically accurate.
• Technical & Safety: Technical knowledge related to cable installation such as civil engineering works, duct installation, HDD’s. Good knowledge related to safety and quality works within turn key installation execution projects.

With over 90 years' combined experience, NES Fircroft (NES) is proud to be the world's leading engineering staffing provider spanning the Oil & Gas, Power & Renewables, Chemicals, Construction & Infrastructure, Life Sciences, Mining and Manufacturing sectors worldwide. With more than 80 offices in 45 countries, we are able to provide our clients with the engineering and technical expertise they need, wherever and whenever it is needed. We offer contractors far more than a traditional recruitment service, supporting with everything from securing visas and work permits, to providing market-leading benefits packages and accommodation, ensuring they are safely and compliantly able to support our clients.