Senior Construction Manager Staff

Summary:

Nijhuis Saur Industries are currently looking for a Senior Construction Manager to join our UK Project & Engineering team. The Senior Construction Manager will be responsible for leading projects through the construction and commissioning phases.

Nijhuis Saur Industries deliver integrated design solutions for the water industry. Projects could be clean water or wastewater solutions for UK Water Companies Tier 1 contractors or Industrial clients. Projects encompass group technology with full MEICA Civil & Structural packages.

Responsibilities include preexecution planning coordinating and communicating with the client subcontractors and other key stakeholders. The role will require coordination with the Designs Project management QHSE and Commissioning teams to deliver projects successfully.

The Senior Construction Manager will act as the key interface between the project team contractors and stakeholders driving performance and ensuring alignment with project objectives and regulatory requirements.

Place of Work/Group Company: Nijhuis Saur Industries Limited Office & site based within the UK.

Job Description:

• Overall responsibility for the successful implementation of the construction programme meeting or exceeding client/contractual obligations.
• Responsible for the of contract documents including plans/specifications.
• Construction planning site management and of construction activities.
• Act in accordance with the requirement for UK health and safety & CDM legislation.
• In depth knowledge of Construction requirements and subcontractor management.
• Startup and commissioning plans identifying associated resources as required.
• Review of the proposed design from a constructability perspective.
• Participate in Access Lifting & Maintenance reviews.
• Experience of coordination between design teams and operational delivery.
• Support with programme and project controls activities including but not limited to cost control change management schedule control risk management and reporting tools.
• Supervise delivery of the project identify risks and opportunities and work with key stakeholders to optimise project delivery.
• Manage and develop the onsite supervisory/engineering team.
• Chair weekly meetings onsite to review performance and construction target deadlines reporting progress and reasons behind any change within Project Review meetings. Ensuring the inhouse team and subcontractors are working in a structured and cohesive way.
• Lead project meetings with client contractors onsite personnel and stakeholders.
• Monitor the contract progress and make recommendation for payments.
• Follow and implement a stringent health and safety policy onsite making sure a bestinclass safety environment is adhered to (health and safety policies regulations and acts).
• Confirm construction contractor programs are submitted approved and followed by all parties involved in the project.
• Maintain a solid working relationship with the client and subcontractor.
• Management of overall construction budgets as well as weekly process completed by the site delivery teams (timesheets etc).
• Input in to the develop and implement plan for project completion.
• Supporting the preconstruction and construction teams in all aspects of construction delivery across all UK based projects.
• Liaise with client inhouse and subcontractor teams to ensure seamless transition from commissioning to asset ownership.
• Ensure the site management team are focussed to meet internal and external clients requirements provide overall guidance and management to deliver project success.
• Responsibility for ensuring change and control and early warning process is administered working closely with the Project Manager.
• Work closely with Procurement Planning & Commercial teams to forecast the cost programme and monitor project costs with robust monthly CVRs/Project reviews.

Project Leadership and Strategy

Develop and implement construction strategies ensuring alignment with overall project goals and objectives.

Provide leadership and direction to construction teams ensuring clear communication of project requirements and expectations.

Act as the primary point of contact for all constructionrelated matters representing the project at stakeholder and client meetings.

Construction Planning and

Oversee the preparation and implementation of construction plans schedules and resource allocation.

Ensure constructability reviews are conducted during the design phase to optimise construction efficiency and minimise risk.

Manage site mobilisation logistics and the sequencing of construction activities to maximise productivity and reduce downtime.

Drive adherence to project milestones identified and addressing potential delays or bottlenecks.

Health Safety and Environment (HSSE)

Ensure full compliance with HSE standards and policies across all construction activities.

Lead by example in promoting a strong safety culture and addressing any nonconformances promptly.

Conduct regular site inspections and audits to identify and mitigate risks.

Ensure environmental protection and sustainability measures are integrated into construction practices.

Quality Management

Ensure construction activities are executed to the highest quality standards in line with project specifications and contractual requirements.

Manage nonconformance reports (NCRs) and drive corrective action plans.

Commercial and Contract Management

Monitor construction budgets and costs ensuring projects are delivered within financial constraints.

Manage contract administration ensuring compliance with NEC or similar contractual frameworks.

Identify and mitigate claims variations and scope changes.

Stakeholder and Interface Management

Build and maintain strong relationships with clients contractors and internal teams.

Act as a key point of contact for external stakeholders including regulatory bodies and local authorities.

Manage interfaces between engineering procurement and construction teams to ensure seamless delivery.

Team Leadership and Development

Provide leadership mentoring and support to construction teams fostering a highperformance culture.

Develop and implement training plans to build capability and ensure succession planning.

Drive team engagement and motivation promoting a collaborative and solutionfocused environment.

Qualifications:

• Bachelors degree in Construction Engineering Construction Management Civil Engineering or related degree (Preferred)
• 10 years experience with onsite coordination management of multiple subcontractors and suppliers control of work areas and quality control on largescale and complex water and wastewater treatment plant projects.
• Extensive experience within H&S Management in an operational setting involving method statements accident & incident investigation understanding of current H&S legislation and competence in the use of H&S Management.
• Strong leadership and management skills.
• Knowledge and experience of CDM regulations
• Experience and/or knowledge of being the Principal Designer /Contractor.
• CSCS Card.
• SMSTS qualified.
• First Aid qualified.

Working for us means:

• Holidays 25 Bank Holidays (Buy & Sell Scheme available)
• Probationary Period 6 months.
• Pension Can join immediately or auto enrolled after 3 months Employee 5 and Employer 5 via salary sacrifice.
• Eligible to join Private Healthcare after successfully completing probation.
• Enrolled in Group Income Protection and Death in Service 4 x basic salary) upon commencement of employment.
• Notice 1 week during probation increasing to 3 months thereafter.

Nijhuis Saur Industries UK & Ireland are committed to maintaining Environmental & Social Impact goals:

To reach Net Zero emissions across our value chain by 2040.
To continuously meet high standards of social and environmental performance transparency accountability maintaining BCorp Certification.
To be a socially responsible company creating a positive impact to all stakeholders including workers communities customers and our planet.

Nijhuis Saur Industries UK & Ireland are an equal opportunity employer; we are committed to providing equal opportunities in all aspects of employment in line with the Equality Act 2010.

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