Construction Manager

Job Description Aureos are recruiting for a Construction Manager to join our team in Andover. The Construction Manager will act on behalf of the Contractor (Aureos) as the on-site lead for construction delivery, responsible for fulfilling the duties of the CDM Contractor under the Construction (Design and Management) Regulations 2015.This role is accountable for the safe, compliant, and programme-led delivery of a Main Intake Substation refurbishment.Key ResponsibilitiesContract DeliveryDeliver construction activities in accordance with Client contract obligations, supporting the Project Manager in:Early Warnings and Risk Reduction MeetingsCompensation Event identification and mitigationProgramme acceptance and look-ahead planningProvide accurate construction input into the Accepted Programme, including sequencing, access constraints, outages, and commissioning activities.Proactively manage construction risks, constraints, and change in line with best practice.CDM Principal Contractor DutiesDischarge the full duties of the Principal Contractor under CDM 2015, including:Planning, managing, and monitoring construction work to ensure it is carried out safelyCoordinating contractors and subcontractors on siteEnsuring suitable site inductions, welfare, and supervision arrangementsDevelop, review, and implement:Construction Phase PlanRAMS, permits, lifting plans, and temporary worksEnsure cooperation and coordination with the Principal Designer and Client.Construction & Technical DeliveryLead all on-site construction activities associated with the Main Intake Substation refurbishment, including:HV/LV systems, transformers, switchgear, earthing, protection systemsCivils, bunds, foundations, ducts, and containmentEnabling works, outages, isolations, and phased handoverCoordinate subcontractors, OEMs, and specialist vendors in a controlled nuclear environment.Manage interfaces with live systems and operational stakeholders to minimise disruption.Quality ManagementEnsure construction works comply with specifications, drawings, ITPs, and quality plans.Manage inspection hold points, NCRs, and corrective actions in collaboration with QA/QC teams.Ensure construction records are complete, accurate, and ready for handover.Programme, Cost & Resource ManagementManage daily and weekly construction planning, resource allocation, and productivity.Identify potential delays, risks, and opportunities, escalating through early warning processes.Support cost control by minimising rework, inefficiencies, and programme slippage.Stakeholder & Interface ManagementAct as the Contractors primary site interface with:Client construction and engineering teamsPrincipal DesignerSafety, security, and assurance functionsProvide clear, concise reporting on progress, risks, and mitigation actions.Experience & QualificationsExperienceProven experience as a Construction Manager or Site Manager acting for a Principal Contractor.Demonstrable experience delivering HV electrical infrastructure / substations in regulated environments.QualificationsSMSTS (mandatory)Sound knowledge of CDM 2015 dutiesTemporary Works Coordinator (desirable)Key CompetenciesClient focused commercial and contractual awarenessStrong leadership in safety-critical environmentsExcellent planning, coordination, and problem-solving skillsConfident communicator with the ability to challenge and influenceDetail-driven with a methodical, risk-based approachWhy Join?Lead delivery of nationally critical electrical infrastructureWork within collaborative Client Contracts and frameworksLong-term programme stability and technically challenging workEqual opportunitiesAureos are an equal opportunities employer, and we are determined to ensure that no applicant or employee receives less favourable treatment on the grounds of gender, age disability, religion, belief, sexual orientation, marital status or race, or is disadvantaged by conditions or requirements which cannot be shown to be justifiable.

Created: 2026-03-20