Civils Construction Manager & CRE Rail -Southern Region

Purpose: Responsibility for managing and coordinating civil engineering works on a project to deliver the works safely, on time and to budget.

What are my responsibilities and key accountabilities?

Responsible for the delivery management of all Civils work packages within a regional office. A manager who can oversee managing a portfolio of works controlling the sub-contractors/self-delivery and has experience of design and self-delivery management. Ultimate responsibility for Civil Engineering works for the region having line management responsibility for all civils staff within the region. A manager who will work with the Senior Project Management team/ Regional Construction manager ensuring that the right strategy is engaged to deliver the works. Will be responsible for standardization of delivery and ensuring that we continuously improve/innovate to meet the clients aspirations.

Key Accountabilities

* Responsible for all Site Safety for designated civil engineering package of works.

* Develop a scope of works/agree strategy for delivery for the project within the region.

* Will work with the Senior Project Engineer for the region to ensure the design is robust, buildable and cost effective.

* Will support the Project teams/Bid Managers to build up robust estimates/Scopes for the incoming tenders.

* Work with project team to recommend suitable mechanism for delivery (e.g. Sub-contractor or self-delivery) and manage this delivery.

* Will be the lead Civil Engineering manager for the region acting as Line manager for all the Package managers within the region.

* Ensure that key interfaces are planned, integrated and maintained across all disciplines.

* Develop and maintain strong working relationships with internal and external customers, including the Senior Project Management team, RCM, Engineering Managers, Tester in Charge, external client and 3rd party contractors.

* Will work with key stakeholders to ensure forecast, programme, budget, quality, safety and engineering processes are in place

* Support the wider Civils team in identifying Continuous Improvement opportunities, management of changes and implementation on projects.

* Ensure all reporting requirements are met in a timely and accurate manner.

* Provide delivery expertise and mentoring to the package managers & Site Engineering team.

What do I need to qualify for this job?

* Construction background with strong character

* Relevant CSCS management competence

* Applicable Civil engineering experience (Railway preferable)

* IOSH or CITB site management training or equivalent

* Commercially astute and ability to manage project budgets and manage change

* Excellent communication skills at all levels of department and other disciplines also customer and suppliers

* Must be willing to travel and lodge away from home depot to meet the operational needs of the business

Desirable Skills

Membership of the relevant institutions (MICE) - desirable

HNC or degree

Essential Leadership Competencies

Drives for results

Fosters open communication

Fosters teamwork

Displays Organisational Awareness

Acts with integrity

Exhibits self-awareness and ability to develop oneself