Jackie Kerr Recruitment - Engineering and Manufacturing
Site Construction Manager
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Site Construction Manager
Location
Cramlington
Salary
Negotiable Salary Depending on Experience
We are currently recruiting for an experienced Site Construction Manager to join a growing engineering business delivering complex projects across the power generation and industrial sectors.
This is a hands-on and varied role, ideal for someone who enjoys working in dynamic site environments, leading teams and subcontractors, solving problems and ensuring projects are delivered safely, on time and to a high standard.
Site Construction Manager Roles and Responsibilities
- Plan, organise and manage day to day site construction activities
- Ensure projects remain on schedule and are delivered in line with business objectives
- Coordinate site teams, subcontractors, materials, equipment and resources
- Carry out site surveys and condition assessments of existing gas turbine auxiliary equipment
- Lead and manage on-site teams and subcontractors
- Monitor workmanship and material quality throughout projects
- Complete risk assessments and ensure all required safety documentation is in place
- Ensure compliance with CDM Regulations 2015 and relevant health and safety standards
- Conduct regular site inspections and address any safety concerns or issues
- Act as the main point of contact between clients, contractors, suppliers and internal teams
- Identify and resolve site issues to keep projects on track
- Provide regular project progress updates and maintain accurate site documentation
- Record and report safety audits, incidents and corrective actions
- Support budget control and effective allocation of resources
- Carry out detailed equipment assessments to support project planning and risk mitigation
- Ensure turnkey projects are delivered in accordance with NEC3 and NEC4 contract requirements
- Maintain high standards of quality, safety and compliance across all site activities
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Site Construction Manager Ideal Candidate
- Minimum 5 years' experience in Site Construction Management
- Experience within power generation, gas transmission, refining or a similar industrial environment
- Experience within the gas turbine and/or air intake industry would be highly advantageous
- HNC/D in Engineering, Project Management, Operations or a related discipline
- Strong knowledge of NEC3 and NEC4 contracts and CDM regulations
- Good understanding of construction management processes and relevant regulations
- Experience with engineering principles, fabrication techniques and interpreting technical drawings
- Confident carrying out risk assessments and implementing appropriate safety procedures
- Strong leadership and team management skills
- Excellent problem-solving and decision-making abilities
- Good communication and negotiation skills, with the ability to manage a range of stakeholders
- Comfortable working under pressure and managing competing priorities
- Proficient in Microsoft Office and MS Project
- Experience using ERP systems; Epicor would be advantageous
- Flexible and adaptable approach to working in changing site environments
- Willingness to travel extensively and work on-site for extended periods
- Full UK driving licence is essential
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Site Construction Manager Working Hours and Benefits
- Full-time position involving extensive travel to various project locations
- Will be required to travel to customer sites, including overnight stays and, on occasion, extended periods away from home
- Overtime is also payable when working off-site, where applicable
Jackie Kerr Recruitment is an independent agency that has been established for 28 years. We strive to provide the ultimate consultancy service to all our candidates. Whether you are looking for permanent or temporary work we pride ourselves in understanding our candidate’s requirement’s to ensure that we place you in your ideal role.
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