Senior Construction Manager | Oxford

Lead Construction Manager position for a prestigious commercial development in Oxford's city centre. As the primary on-site authority, you'll oversee all aspects of this time-critical project from mobilisation through to completion.
Location: Oxford City Centre (March - October 2024)
Project Planning and Coordination:

• Monitoring programmes, including timelines, milestones, and resource allocation
• Coordinate with architects, engineers, and the client team to ensure project requirements are met
• Ensure project delivery within the critical March-October timeline
• Direct day to day site operations and contractor coordination

Commercial Management:

• Working closely with the project quantity surveyor
• Being aware of commercial constraints throughout the project lifecycle, but not letting it compromise quality and safety
• Oversee cost control and value engineering initiatives
• Manage project variations and change orders

Team Leadership and Management:

• Lead and motivate the team including supply chain
• Chair meetings as necessary, ensuring concise minutes are recorded
• Provide clear direction and guidance to team members to ensure project objectives are met
• Foster a collaborative and positive work environment conducive to productivity and safety
• Champion the company ethos on best use of tech products available
• Act as the primary point of contact for all site-related matters

Quality Control and Compliance:

• Familiarity with design management principles and tools for coordinating the design process, collaborating with architects and engineers, and ensuring design intent is achieved
• Implement and enforce quality control measures to ensure work meets regulatory standards and client expectations
• Conduct regular inspections and audits to identify and address any quality issues promptly
• Working with our HSE Manager to ensure compliance with health and safety regulations and company policies at all times
• Ensure a relentless focus on Zero Harm
• Maintain compliance with city centre construction regulations

Risk Management:

• Identify potential risks and develop mitigation strategies to minimize project disruptions
• Proactively address any issues that may arise during the construction process
• Maintain comprehensive documentation of project activities and decisions
• Manage site logistics within busy city centre environment

Reporting

• Aid with upstream reports. Leading on certain projects, aiding on others. To be agreed with line manager
• Ensure that the internal team are aware of site progress, issues/requirements
• Provide regular updates on project milestones and key deliverables