Construction Manager - Cables

Construction Manager (Cables)

Location:

Glasgow Lothian and Borders Strathclyde Dumfries and Galloway Fife Central belt etc.

Salary up to 73000 per year with a strong benefits package - plus Overtime available (further details below.

37-hour basic week

Full Time / Permanent

Additional salary enhancements:

Excellent Overtime opportunities (subject to project and location) (Saturday x1.5 hrs Sunday x2 hrs). Business miles paid at 0.45/m.

Further education opportunities:

CIOB / MCIOB chartership programmes.

Help us create a better future quicker

At Scottish Power we know that our people are our strongest asset so were always looking for individuals whose energy intelligence and passion can help us reach our goals.

At the heart of all business visions and activities are the people whose individual efforts and performance make it happen. We encourage our people to be proud of where they work to share their ideas and to own their careers. We promote a safe working environment and push people to shape and progress their careers so that we grow our talent within the company.

Role

The Construction Manager has a key role in the SPT business responsibility for managing CMT resource and outputs during Development Procurement Delivery and Closure for all major projects.

The Construction Manager will be responsible for the:

Leading the Development Procurement (Prequalification /Tendering) and Construction delivery of the project scopes from concept to closure within the disaggregated models in line with CAPEX for numerous projects.

Directing the management and delivery as the assigned Principal Contractor to ensure regulatory compliance with Health and Safety Law CDM regulations 2015 and Environmental Legislation.

Managing and monitoring of all Environmental & Sustainability regulatory requirements that are planned and managed through the supply chain striving towards SP Energy Networks & Iberdrola net zero targets.

Driving managing and evaluating the commercial management and administration of each package of work to control CAPEX risk in line with Contractual Terms and Conditions with external stakeholders.

Direct Deliver manage and monitor regulatory outputs in line with programmed milestones.

Lead Deliver manage coordinate and monitor all external stakeholders in line with National Standards and Specifications during the delivery outputs of approved designs.

Manage coordinate and monitor cable packages to ensure all Health & Safety and O&M of the built environment is recorded validated and stored for future design & maintenance use.

Responsible for line management development and strengthening of the onsite construction management team through performance management coaching and mentoring of Site Management in conjunction with development of trainee Site managers associated with HR Processes and procedures.

Lead manage maintain and monitor all Stakeholders Quality Management systems to ensure compliance with contract budget to increase the whole life asset whilst reducing OPEX

What you will bring

Primary proven knowledge of specifications designs maintenance construction and commissioning of underground cables; monitoring and inspecting the installation of ducts systems high voltage underground cables horizontal directional drillings joint bays sealing ends and terminations fibre optic connections - within the confines of SPT existing and or new assets.

Strong ability to understand civil and structural design drawings strict adherence to inspection and testing regimes.

Previous experience in large ducting and multi-disciplinary cabling projects would be advantageous for this role.

Strong leadership & planning skills combined with suitable experience in Contract Management including the control and agreement of variations and claims. Knowledge of CESSM

Strong effective awareness of the management of NEC / FIDIC Conditions of Contract.

Proven ability to Lead Manage and Collaborate on several projects within a team including all external stakeholders multi-disciplined teams and contractors.

Knowledge of specification design maintenance construction and commissioning works within the confines of SPT existing and or new assets.

Lead manage and monitor the management and delivery as the assigned Principal Contractor to ensure regulatory compliance with Health and Safety Law CDM regulations

2015 and Environmental Legislation.

Minimum Requirements

• Preferred relevant Engineering Degree or equivalent experience in the Construction Management field associated with the role for the Power Sector.

• Excellent IT skills.

• Full UK driving licence

• Current five-day SMSTS qualification

• Candidates with transferable skills (Utility services telecoms NRSWA civils background Distribution) will be considered.

Whats 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 well double match your contribution up to a company contribution of 10%.

At ScottishPower we believe its the little things we do in life that make a big difference. From helping you look after your familys 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. Thats 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

• Electric Vehicle Schemes to help you transition to green/clean driving

• Cycle to Work scheme and Public Transport Season Ticket Loans

• Healthcare benefit options including: Dental Insurance Private Medical Insurance Health Cash Plan and annual Health Assessments

• Life Assurance (4x salary)

• Access to Savesmart financial wellbeing support

• Plus shopping leisure restaurant and gym discounts and unique employee deals on travel insurance and more

Why SP Energy Networks

SP Energy Networks is part of the Iberdrola Group one of the worlds largest integrated utility companies and a world leader in wind energy. We keep electricity flowing to homes and businesses through Central and Southern Scotland North Wales and in the North West of England. We operate over 4000km of cables and lines that make-up the transmission network connecting infrastructure like wind farms into the electricity system. Its a role that puts us right at the heart of Scotlands ambition to be Net Zero by 2044. And were taking it very seriously.

Were investing >5.5 billion into our transmission network directly supporting the rapid growth needed in renewable energy. With diverse opportunities across our businesses and a commitment to invest in our own internal talent ScottishPower can offer people real career opportunities that meet personal and professional goals in a global organisation.

Inclusion diversity and a social purpose are at the heart of everything we do. Together with our values they bring us together into a stronger more sustainable business with direct links to the communities we serve. It takes all kinds of people to build a large-scale business like ours so whatever your background youll fit right in.

We are committed to providing reasonable support or adjustments in our recruiting processes for candidates with disabilities long term conditions mental health conditions or who are neurodivergent or require pregnancy-related support. If you need support please reach out to .

Mobility

Please note that any applicant who is not a citizen of the country of the vacancy will be subject to compliance with the applicable immigration requirements to legally work in that country. If/when required the Company will support the employee with the necessary Immigration requirements.

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