Job Description
Construction Manager - Guildford
70,000- 75,000
Advance TRS are supporting a leading contractor who are looking for a driven Construction Manager to strengthen our team across the Thames Water region, working from London & Guildford (with potential hybrid working). Reporting to the Operations Manager, you'll take full ownership of construction delivery - championing safety, performance, sustainability and innovation across major water sector programmes.
The Role
You'll lead site construction teams to deliver projects on time, on budget, and to exceptional quality standards. From kick-off to completion, you'll ensure Health, Safety, Environmental and Sustainability compliance while driving best practice and continuous improvement.
What you'll be doing:
- Leading site teams across designated project portfolios
- Owning supplier performance across Safety, Time & Quality
- Approving RAMS and ensuring robust compliance
- Driving Constructability Reviews & Project Rehearsals
- Embedding zero waste and carbon reduction initiatives
- Managing resource planning (labour, plant & materials)
- Ensuring CDM and H&S compliance where teams feel empowered and safe
- Raising contractual and commercial notices proactively
- Championing innovation and industry-leading techniques
About You
You're delivery-focused, commercially astute and confident leading multi-disciplinary teams on large-scale programmes.
You'll bring:
- Degree (or equivalent) in Construction-related discipline
- APMP (or equivalent)
- Temporary Works qualification/experience
- Strong project and programme management background
- Experience within water/wastewater treatment
- In-depth knowledge of CDM and construction H&S
- Excellent communication skills with clients and stakeholders
- Proven ability to set targets and motivate teams
What's in It for You?
- 70,000- 75,000 salary
- Hybrid working (role dependent)
- Company car or car allowance
- 25 days holiday + bank holidays (with option to buy 5 more)
- Company pension scheme
- Life assurance
- Private medical & health insurance
- Cycle to Work scheme
- Retail & lifestyle discounts hub
- Kids Pass and more
We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity in our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.