OHL Construction Manager
Location: National
Talented people are the key to our success.
Our client is seeking three Construction Managers to play a vital role in the safe and successful delivery of Overhead Line (OHL) projects across National Grid and wider UK transmission infrastructure programmes.
This is a high-impact site leadership position, responsible for managing construction teams, subcontract partners and stakeholders to deliver outstanding safety, quality, programme and commercial performance on projects ranging from £1m to £100m.
We welcome applications from experienced Construction Managers with a strong OHL background, as well as ambitious Project Engineers ready to step up into a Construction Manager role.
Key Responsibilities
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Champion a strong safety-first culture and ensure compliance with HSEQ, CDM and client requirements
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Plan, coordinate and manage all OHL construction activities including towers/poles, foundations, stringing and outage works
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Deliver works in line with National Grid Supplier Requirements, Technical Specifications and site standards
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Lead supervisors, direct labour and subcontract partners to achieve safe and efficient delivery
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Develop and manage short-term programmes, lookaheads and daily work plans
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Ensure works are delivered Right First Time, meeting quality and client expectations
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Monitor progress, manage risks and resolve site constraints
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Build strong interfaces with National Grid representatives, stakeholders and project teams
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Support commercial performance, resource planning and cost control
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Coach and develop engineers and supervisors to strengthen team capability
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Promote company values, behaviours and professional standards on site
Skills & Experience
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Minimum 5 years’ experience delivering OHL construction projects
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Proven leadership of OHL site teams and subcontractors
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Experience working on National Grid or major UK transmission networks
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Strong knowledge of OHL construction methods, sequencing and outage planning
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Practical experience implementing National Grid Supplier Requirements and Technical Specifications
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SMSTS
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Relevant OHL Persons / National Grid competencies
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CSCS (Management level)
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Strong planning, organisational and communication skills with excellent safety leadership
What’s in it for you?
We offer a competitive rewards package including:
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Permanent or Contract options considered
The permanent package:
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Permanent salary £65k – 85k DOE
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Generous holiday entitlement with option to buy additional days
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Flexible and adaptable working
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Family-friendly policies and strong work/life balance approach
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Mentoring programmes and continuous learning support
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Contributory pension scheme
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Annual bonus scheme
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Recognition scheme and long-service awards
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Car scheme and Private Medical Insurance (role dependent)
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Share-save scheme, retail discounts, cycle to work and gym membership
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Employee support and advice services for colleagues and families
Apply below or send a CV to [email protected]