Construction Manager

We are seeking an experienced-Construction Manager-with a strong background in the-utilities and water sector-to lead the safe and successful delivery of major infrastructure projects.

The role will involve managing construction activities across a portfolio of-clean water and wastewater schemes, including:

• Rising mains
• New water main reinforcements and replacements
• Shaft construction works
• Storm storage schemes
• Minor Mechanical & Electrical (M&E) works

Key Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day construction operations, ensuring projects are delivered safely, on time, within budget, and to the required quality standards.
• Lead site teams, subcontractors, and supply chain partners across multiple projects.
• Coordinate construction activities with project, design, commercial, and operational teams.
• Monitor programme, resources, productivity, and project performance.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, environmental, quality, and contractual requirements.
• Manage stakeholder relationships and support project planning, risk management, and delivery strategies.

Essential Requirements

• Proven experience as a-Construction Manager-within the-utilities/water industry.
• Demonstrable experience delivering-major clean water and wastewater infrastructure projects.
• Experience managing-rising mains, water main reinforcements and replacements, shaft works, storm storage schemes, and minor M&E installations.
• Strong understanding of civil engineering construction, water industry standards, and health & safety requirements.
• Experience leading site teams, subcontractors, and multidisciplinary workforces.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and organisational skills.
• Full UK driving licence.

Desirable Qualifications

• HNC/HND or Degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or a related discipline.
• SMSTS, CSCS, IOSH/NEBOSH.
• Experience working under-NEC contracts.