Construction Manager

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Job Description

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.

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Location:
Workington
Job Type:
FullTime
Category:
Construction

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