Construction Manager

Overview

As Construction Manager for the Otterbourne Water Supply Works upgrade, you will lead on-site delivery of a major water infrastructure programme. You will work directly with the Project Manager to ensure safe, on-time and high-quality execution within budget, while upholding safety, environmental and sustainability standards. You’ll drive constructability, rehearsals and sign-offs, and foster a culture of continuous improvement. This role offers a hands-on opportunity to shape delivery at a critical site between Southampton and Winchester.

Pay / Benefits

• 25 Days Annual Leave + Bank Holidays
• Option to Buy an Additional 5 Days Holiday
• Competitive Pension Scheme
• Life Assurance
• Health Insurance
• Private Medical Insurance

Responsibilities

• Lead on-site construction teams to deliver works safely, on schedule, and within budget
• Run project kick-off meetings and regular health checks
• Oversee supplier performance across safety, time, and quality
• Review and approve RAMS ensuring robustness and regulatory compliance
• Lead constructability reviews, project rehearsals, and fit-for-assembly sign-off
• Introduce innovative construction methods to improve outcomes and efficiency
• Champion sustainability initiatives (zero waste, embodied carbon reduction)
• Raise contractual/commercial notices promptly and accurately
• Collaborate with Lead Construction Manager to plan labour, plant, and materials
• Foster a positive safety culture and empower issue reporting
• Work effectively within Joint Venture environments

Key requirements

• Degree (or equivalent) in a Construction-related discipline
• APMP or equivalent qualification
• Extensive experience delivering large-scale construction programmes
• Water/wastewater treatment industry experience
• Strong project and programme management capability
• Temporary Works experience and/or relevant qualification
• Knowledge of CDM Regulations and construction health & safety
• Experience managing and monitoring project programmes
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Strong relationship-building with clients, stakeholders and end users
• Delivery-focused with ability to set, drive and achieve targets
• Proven ability to lead and motivate multidisciplinary teams
• Commercial awareness and strong strategic, operational and technical leadership skills

• leadership
• stakeholder management
• communication
• APMP or equivalent
• Temporary Works qualification
• CDM Regulations knowledge

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