Construction Manager
11 days ago
Workington
Do you have experience managing large-scale civil engineering projects within a highly regulated environment (nuclear, energy, or similar)? Can you demonstrate a strong understanding of nuclear safety culture and compliance with ONR or equivalent regulatory standards? The Opportunity Our client is delivering a £2.9 billion nuclear construction programme, supporting the safe decommissioning and future operations of a nationally significant site. This is a rare opportunity to join a world-class team working in a highly regulated environment, where your leadership will directly impact the success of a project that truly matters. Key benefits: Up to £85,000, company car (or allowance), long-term career progression, exposure to cutting-edge nuclear safety standards, and the chance to work on a project that shapes the UK’s energy future. Your duties and responsibilities will be: • Lead and manage day-to-day construction activities on-site, ensuring delivery against programme, budget, and quality targets., • Embed nuclear safety culture and ensure compliance with client standards and ONR regulations., • Manage site teams and subcontractors, fostering collaboration and high performance., • Monitor progress, identify risks, and implement mitigation strategies., • Ensure all works meet specifications and nuclear quality documentation requirements., • Champion health, safety, and environmental compliance under CDM and nuclear site licence conditions., • Liaise with client representatives, regulators, and internal teams to resolve technical challenges., • Provide accurate progress reports and forecasts to senior management. You will have the following qualifications & experience: • Degree or equivalent in Civil Engineering or Construction Management., • Proven experience delivering major infrastructure projects in regulated environments (nuclear preferred)., • Strong knowledge of NEC contracts and UK nuclear safety regulations., • CSCS, SMSTS, and relevant nuclear safety training (e.g., Nuclear Safety Passport)., • Ability to obtain and maintain appropriate security clearance. It’s great if you also have the following: • Experience in reinforced concrete structures and heavy civil works., • Previous involvement in nuclear or high-hazard projects., • Familiarity with digital construction tools and BIM. The setting for the role: You will work on-site within a highly secure and regulated environment, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to deliver one of the UK’s most significant nuclear infrastructure projects.