Construction Manager - A63 Project - Hull

at  Balfour Beatty

About the role
Are you a seasoned Construction Manager ready to lead a dedicated team through the final 14 months of a major highways project? Balfour Beatty is looking for a highly skilled individual to join our team and take charge of delivering the A63 project in Hull to completion.
This is a permanent role offering the opportunity to transition to other significant major projects within the business upon the project’s successful conclusion. You will report directly to the Project Director and play a key role in delivering infrastructure projects that make a lasting impact.
What you’ll be doing

ON-SITE COMMITMENT:

Due to the hands-on nature of this role, you will be required on-site a minimum of 4 days per week. This ensures full visibility and engagement with the project team, enabling you to effectively lead, manage, and deliver the A63 project to successful completion.
Who we’re looking for

REQUIREMENTS:

• Extensive experience as a Construction Manager, particularly in major highways or infrastructure projects.
• Strong leadership skills, with the ability to motivate and direct teams towards project completion.
• Comprehensive understanding of project management principles, including budgeting, scheduling, and risk management.
• A proactive approach to problem-solving and a commitment to maintaining a safe working environment.
• Relevant qualifications in construction management, civil engineering, or a related discipline.
  Why work for us
  Day in, day out, our teams deliver some of the UK’s most ambitious, exciting and meaningful projects; developing, building and maintaining the vital infrastructure that supports national economies and strengthens communities.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Lead and manage the construction team to deliver the final stages of the A63 highways project, ensuring quality, safety, and efficiency.
• Oversee all aspects of project management, including scheduling, budget control, and resource allocation.
• Collaborate closely with engineers, subcontractors, and stakeholders to ensure smooth and effective project execution.
• Maintain strict compliance with health, safety, and environmental standards.
• Provide on-site leadership and technical direction, solving construction challenges and ensuring the project stays on track.
• Engage with clients and key stakeholders, offering regular progress updates and ensuring milestones are met.

As if contributing to and supporting work that makes life better for millions wasn’t rewarding enough, we offer a full range of benefits too. You’ll have the freedom to shape the package that’s right for you and your life. Here are some of our key benefits:

• Smart working, giving you more flexibility such as staggered start and finish times, with up to 40% remote working, where roles allow.
• 25 days paid annual leave (pro rata)
• Family friendly policies which include 28 weeks full pay for maternity/adoption leave and four weeks full pay for paternity/partners leave
• Pension, share incentive plan, volunteering leave, recognition schemes and much more