Luddon Construction Limited
Highways Manager - Civils/Groundworks
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About the job
Highways Manager required for works across England and Wales
Some travel and short overnight stays will be required
Company Description
Luddon Construction Limited based in Waterlooville, Portsmouth, is a leading multi-discipline Civil Engineering and Building Company. We specialise in delivering a diverse range of projects across multiple market sectors in the UK. With a commitment to understanding client needs, we focus on providing high-quality services through innovative solutions to meet project goals. Our extensive in-house capabilities ensure seamless execution and outstanding results for every project.
Role Description
This is a full-time position, operating from our Waterlooville office for a Highways Manager. Responsible for ensuring the best utilisation of the workforce whilst also ensuring that the site supervisors are fully briefed on the site requirements. Being fully aware of the financial targets of each contract and ensuring that the costs are in line with the budget. Managing contract programmes to ensure that projects are completed within the allocated timescales. Ensure best practice of all company policies and procedures are adhered to whilst meeting the needs of the client and that the workforce is competent to meet the company standards and client needs. Responsible for ensuring CDM requirements are met within projects.
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Key Responsibilities and Accountabilities
- To direct the necessary labour, plant, staff, and equipment to achieve section completion on time, to specification and within budget
- Carry out site visits to ensure that the Company Health, Safety and Environmental Plan is being effectively implemented
- Assess the scope of works prior to commencement
- Visit clients as necessary to monitor effectiveness of existing contracts and to try to win new work
- Implement company policies and procedures applicable to their project works to ensure they are applied effectively
- Represent the company at post tender, pre-start, progress, and final account meetings with external individuals
- Procurement/ordering materials
- Supporting Site Engineer
- Quality Control of Works
- Represent the company at internal company meetings e.g. handover meetings and cost meetings with internal individuals
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Qualifications
- HNC/D Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or other construction related qualification
- CSCS
- SMSTS / SSSTS
- NRSWA Supervisor
- First Aid
- Valid driving licence is required
- Knowledge of construction site safety and ability to follow health and safety protocols rigorously
- Teamwork skills coupled with the ability to work individually and efficiently in a physically demanding environment
- Previous experience in a similar role and familiarity with industry standards are beneficial
- Strong attention to detail, reliability, and the ability to perform under deadlines
For further details please contact Peter Drury via email on PDrury@luddon.co.uk
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