Works Manager

Job Title: Works Manager
Location: Colchester

Role Overview:
We are seeking a Senior General Foreperson or Works Manager to play a key role in delivering a major highway project involving earthworks, drainage, and road construction. Key responsibilities include:

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the site team, ensuring a positive and safety-focused atmosphere.
• Ensure high-quality project delivery and actively engage with customers.
• Oversee project activities, adhere to NEC contract requirements, and promote community engagement.
• Support team growth, promoting continuous learning.
• Ensure compliance with company systems, policies, and legislative requirements.
• Manage team performance for project profitability.

Requirements:

• Experience: Background in Civil, Structural, or Construction Management, ideally with experience in highways.
• Skills: Team leadership, technical knowledge of groundworks, RC structures, and reading drawings.
• Knowledge: Familiarity with NEC contracts, CDM regulations, and programming.
• Qualifications:
  • CSCS Card
  • IOSH Managing Safely or SMSTS

Benefits:

• Competitive salary
• Company car scheme
• Private healthcare and pension
• Life assurance
• 25 days annual leave + birthday off
• Enhanced parental leave
• Personal and professional development opportunities

Applicants must have the right to live and work in the UK

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.