Job Description

Elvet Recruitment are recruiting for an experienced Civils Construction Manager on behalf of a large civil engineering main contractor to assist in the delivery of a new flagship £50m project near Coalville, Leicester.

The contractor are a well-known brand name & part of an esteemed contractor group, operating internationally and delivering a variety of major civil engineering solutions. This role is working for a regional business unit who uphold the highest standards & structured tier 1 processes. They have a cohesive team who all share a passion & interest for their work. Over the past few decades they have successfully delivered countless projects across North of England.

Project: £50m road improvement for a local authority client. Consisting of 9 junction improvements, new roundabouts, road widening, drainage, structures and all associated general civils.

Duration: The project is running for the next 2+ years and for the right Construction Manager this role could see it through its entirety and further if workload allows.

Duties/Responsibilities include:

• Management of Site Agent & team to ensure smooth daily running of site
• Assist Contracts Manager
• Construction Phase Plans & programme updates
• Contractual changes
• Coordination of sub-contractors
• Issuing early warnings / compensation events
• Communicating with commercial team to control budgets & track costs
• Checking of documentation for sites
• Attend progress meetings with client & senior management

Experience required:

• Must have proven experience at Senior Agent / Project Manager level with main contractor on civil engineering projects (values £10m+)
• Experience managing highways projects as PC
• Experience with NEC 3 or NEC 4 contracts is essential
• Industry related qualification is beneficial (HNC/HND or Degree)
• Must hold: SMSTS, CSCS and Full Driver's License
• Temporary Works tickets are beneficial

Remuneration:

A daily rate of up to £450 p/d (doe)
Can be paid outside IR-35 if contractor qualifies. Elvet Recruitment have a dedicated IR-35 partner who can provide expert guidance & protection.

Or alternatively for people who prefer being permanent staff members:

A salary of up to £67,000 (doe) + generous package
Car or allowance, 7% pension, generous annual leave, share purchase scheme, healthcare, life assurance, discounts, fuel & more.

For more info contact Andy Gray at Elvet Recruitment.