Construction Manager
3 days ago
Middlesbrough
Job Title: Construction Manager – EHV Cable Installation Location: Teesside (site-based from June/July 2026) Contract Type: Contract (Day Rate) Rate: £400–£500 per day (dependent on experience) Duration: June/July 2026 – August 2027 (with pre-mobilisation remote working) About the Role We are seeking an experienced Construction Manager to lead the delivery of a major EHV underground cabling project in Teesside. This is a key leadership role responsible for managing site operations, subcontractors, and direct labour to ensure safe, efficient, and high-quality project execution. Key Responsibilities • Oversee day-to-day site operations for EHV cable installation works, • Manage cable pulling subcontractors and jointing teams, • Supervise site teams and direct labour, ensuring productivity and compliance, • Report progress, issues, and performance to senior project leadership, • Ensure all works are delivered in line with programme, safety, and quality standards, • Produce and manage essential project documentation, including:, • Inspection & Test Plans (ITPs), • Risk Assessments and Method Statements (RAMS), • Construction plans and related documentation, • Maintain strict adherence to HSE regulations and best practices Required Experience & Skills • Proven experience as a Construction Manager within high-voltage infrastructure projects, • Strong background in EHV underground cabling (400kV and 275kV), • Demonstrated experience managing:, • Cable pulling subcontractors, • Cable jointing teams, • Solid understanding of construction documentation and processes (ITPs, RAMS, etc.), • Excellent leadership, communication, and organisational skills, • Ability to manage site teams effectively and drive performance Working Arrangements • Pre-mobilisation: Remote working available, • From June/July 2026: Full-time site-based role in Teesside, • Working Hours: Monday to Friday Why Apply? • Competitive day rate with flexibility based on experience, • Opportunity to work on a high-profile EHV infrastructure project, • Long-term contract with a clear delivery timeline, • Key leadership role with significant project impact If you are an experienced Construction Manager with a strong EHV cabling background and are looking for your next contract opportunity, we would be keen to hear from you