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Construction Manager

Dragados UK & Ireland
Department:Construction
Type:ON-SITE
Region:Birmingham, England
Location:Birmingham, England, United Kingdom
Experience:Mid-Senior level
Estimated Salary:£45,000 - £65,000
Skills:
CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENTPROJECT MANAGEMENTHEALTH AND SAFETYCSCSSMSTSSUBSTRUCTURESUPERSTRUCTURERISK ASSESSMENTQUALITY CONTROLRESOURCE PLANNING
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Job Description

Posted on: April 14, 2026

Job AdvertJob Summary Responsible for the overall management and supervision of a large area of the project, multiple works packages and subcontractors, to key performance indicators (KPIs) on cost and programme, ensuring compliance with safety, quality & environmental standards. Develops and maintains relationships with Trade/Subcontractors, internal and external colleagues, and stakeholders. Responsible for directly managing the construction of the Sub Structure/ Super Structure. Key Responsibilities

  • To Ensuring effective planning, directing and coordination of construction works in assigned areas of the project.
  • Driving performance and results, whilst delivering performance management, technical development, and coaching.
  • Reviewing and ensuring compliance with the Construction Phase Plan, all other management plans and the Works Information.
  • Supporting and reporting to the Project Manager in all the elements related to the construction, programme of works and commercial issues of the works.
  • Overseeing the construction project, ensuring safe work processes are implemented and meeting the specified requirements in terms of cost-effective delivery, quality, and timescale by assisting the team to manage sections of the work/specific sub-contract packages.
  • Responsible for reviewing the schedule and estimated time required for the construction works and ensuring that the various elements of the construction programme are completed on schedule.
  • Responsible for implementation of the technical and engineering aspects of the works, in particular method statements, ITPs (Inspection Test Plan), construction process, engineering specifications, set out and measurement and quality control, certificate and compliance.
  • Providing detailed Planned vs Actual data for all works within their area, knowing when to escalate to Construction Leadership where deviation from the Plan is evident.
  • Ensuring that client requirements regarding the functionality and standards are met, and that all quality, assurance, and compliance documentation is provided in a timely manner.
  • Supporting the preconstruction and construction teams in all aspects of construction delivery associated with your allocated package or area.
  • Determining the labour requirements and effective resource planning and ensuring construction resources are used effectively.
  • Chairing regular subcontractor and team meetings discussing safety, production, and quality.
  • Ensuring that the works are carried out in accordance with the RAMS (Risk Assessment Method Statement); Support the site personnel during the execution of the works; and ensure that the area is clear once works are completed.
  • Producing and maintaining daily record of progress of all construction activities on site (including personnel attendances, safety issues and constraints).
  • Working collaboratively towards the common goal of net zero carbon transition and share responsibility for the proactive identification and management of the associated carbon emissions and reductions during the delivery of work.

Technical Skills And Competencies

  • Knowledge of relevant construction methodology and processes, associated with scope of works.
  • Knowledge of the Health and Safety regulations and standards, and other relevant legislation pertaining to the scope of works.
  • The ability to write reports keeping accurate records of incidents, issues and labour and plant resources.
  • Able to create an environment where people can do their best work.
  • The ability to organise and manage teams to work collaboratively towards achieving common goals, using effective delegation skills.
  • Being accountable for own actions and taking responsibility for own and others’ HS&W.
  • Understands personal strengths and weaknesses, seeks learning and support where appropriate.
  • Able to recognise strengths and weaknesses of others and provide direction/mentorship when required.
  • Proficient in both written and verbal communication
  • Management and Organisational Abilities

Qualifications, Certifications And Experience

  • Relevant experience in similar construction roles and responsibilities.
  • Demonstrable experience of managing teams.
  • Managerial CSCS Card (Construction Skills Certification Scheme).
  • SMSTS (Site Management Safety Training Scheme).
  • Experience managing Sub Structure/ Super Structure

Dragados Values

  • Excellence: Promoting innovation, development, training and continuous improvement to achieve the highest quality of project delivery.
  • Integrity: Acting ethically and transparently. Demanding the best standards of integrity from its employees, suppliers and other stakeholders.
  • Trust: Nurturing positive relationships at all levels of the organisation, with our clients and supply chain by developing strong and long term relationships based on mutual trust.
  • Sustainability: Commitment to sustainable development to make an efficient and ethically responsible contribution to society and the environment.
  • Profitability: Ensuring our profitability as well as contributing value to the communities in which we operate as part of our sustainability agenda.

Dragados is committed to act based on Equality, Diversity and Inclusion principles. Equal opportunities, non-discrimination and respect for human rights are basic principles contained in the Dragados Code of Conduct that apply to all Dragados employees. DepartmentContract type Permanent HoursSalary 0

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