Laing O'Rourke
Construction Manager
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Site Operations Manager (Civil Engineering) – Hinkley Point C Project
About the Organisation
Bouygues Travaux Publics (TP) and Laing O’Rourke, two of Europe’s most dynamic engineering and construction specialists, are collaborating under the joint venture BYLOR to deliver the main civil engineering works at Hinkley Point C (HPC), a project worth over £2.8 billion.
BYLOR is driving innovation and leveraging modern technology while maintaining the highest standards of quality on a massive scale. The team has already set a new UK record for the largest continuous concrete pour—9,000m³.
This is an opportunity to be part of a forward-thinking organisation that is changing the construction industry and shaping history.
Purpose of the Role
You will lead and manage a team directly on-site, ensuring high-quality delivery of the main civil engineering package, including large reinforced concrete structures.
Key Responsibilities & Key Accountabilities
- Set and enforce quality standards, creating benchmarks for the team
- Proactively identify quality issues before works begin and implement solutions
- Deep expertise in quality processes—understand, enforce, and communicate them to achieve project quality goals
- Optimise work sequencing and implement protective measures to prevent damage to completed work
- Manage the client relationship through inspection and handover processes
- Authorise quality documents, including drafting and review
- Foster a culture of continuous improvement, sharing learnings across projects
- Monitor productivity and cost trends, taking action to ensure success
- Deliver project completion strategies, contributing to structured planning
- Ensure handover deadlines are met to meet client and stakeholder satisfaction
- Directly manage the workforce
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Technical Skills (Essential)
- At least 3 years’ experience in direct delivery, overseeing a workforce of 80+ operatives on a single project
- 3+ years’ hands-on experience with heavy reinforced concrete structures
- Ideally 5+ years of industry experience in construction
- Ability to deliver projects safely and to the highest standards
- Trade background in carpentry, formwork, or reinforcement fixing
- Strong knowledge of reinforcement detailing and fixing methods
- Familiarity with formwork and falsework systems
Interpersonal Skills
- Strong communicator with teamwork and collaboration skills
- Respects all team members, embodying a "one team" mentality
- Professional demeanour, representing the project values consistently
- Committed to following established processes
- Problem-solving mindset, reducing waste in resources and materials
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Education & Qualifications
- Construction Management qualifications preferred
- SMSTS (Site Management Safety Training Scheme) certification required
Additional Information
All roles at BYLOR are employed through Bouygues Travaux Publics or Laing O’Rourke and include:
- Competitive salaries
- Private medical insurance
- Company pension scheme
- Annual holiday allowance
- Some roles offer a company car allowance
All positions (unless noted otherwise) are based at Hinkley Point C, Somerset.
Living & Working in Somerset Experience the beauty of the English countryside, coastal views, charming villages, and easy access to the M5 motorway. Nearby cities include Bristol and Exeter.
At BYLOR, we are an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity and do not discriminate based on:
- Race, religion, national origin
- Gender, sexual orientation
- Age, marital status, veteran status
- Disability status
If you disclose having a disability, we are committed to interviewing you if you meet the minimum requirements. If invited to interview, please notify us of any reasonable adjustments needed.
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