Senior Construction Assurance Manager

The Senior Construction Assurance Manager will provide support to the HS2 NEC3 Project Manager and be accountable for providing specialist constructability support and expertise at each stage of the construction process. The post holder will also undertake a risk-based approach to the assurance of the constructability of the Works, whilst maintaining standards of health and safety, and supporting the required project delivery outcomes, namely, quality, environmental impact, Undertakings and Assurance obligations.

The post-holder will work closely with the HS2 NEC3 Supervisor, the HS2 Compliance and Assurance Manager, and the Stakeholder and Interfaces Manager in undertaking their role.

Your role

• In line with the HS2 client model, lead and manage performance of the directorate and the supply chain to deliver the integrated design, engineering, planning and delivery for Construction.
• Integrate and manage interfaces including relevant strategic and local stakeholders to enable the effective delivery of Construction.
• Ensure we meet our requirements in accordance with the obligations set out in the Development Agreement and any associated Undertakings and Assurances.
• Accountable for Constructability Assurance, taking a risk-based approach by reviewing processes and plans that are considered to be high risk to HS2.
• Accountable for providing specialist advice and expertise at all stages of the construction process to the NEC 3 Project Manager in administering the contract.
• Responsible for managing the HS2 Control Point Process.
• Responsible for facilitating safety tours and other site based HS2 safety practices.
• Responsible for supporting the NEC3 Project Manager in discharging their duties.
• Responsible for supporting the NEC3 Supervisor in discharging their duties.
• Responsible for supporting the functional teams in assuring that the works are adhering to U'A's, EMR and CoCP requirements.
• Responsible for supporting HS2 cross contract interfaces with respect to constructability.
• Actively promote and embed Equality Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) in all your work, and support and comply with all organisational initiatives, policies and procedures on EDI.

Skills

• Conflict Management – Reads situations quickly; good at focused listening; can find common ground and get cooperation and constructive outcomes with minimum noise.
• Decision Quality – Gathering and synthesising information, identifying options and applying sound judgement based on logic and reason, making use of a variety of analytical approaches to provide relevant information to suppliers, stakeholders and decision makers using key facts and data.
• Clear Direction – Defining and prioritising objectives, analysing inputs, assessing and challenging data, defining strategies and supporting rationales.

Knowledge

• Best practice IPT management principles and matrix organisations.
• Applicable UK construction regulations including Construction Design Management (CDM) and (Construction Safety Management) CSM requirements.
• Knowledge and experience of site-based processes and procedures for health, safety, environmental and environmental management.
• Demonstrable record evidencing knowledge of construction methodology.
• Supply chain sectors across various geographies and industries (incl. civil, construction and rail).

Type Of Experience

• Proven experience in managing and administering contracts, preferably NEC.
• Proven construction experience gained across a range of large-scale projects, with a sound understanding of construction planning.
• Degree level qualification in civil engineering, construction or building science or the equivalent experience.

Reward & benefits

Explore the rewards and benefits that help you thrive – at every stage of your life and your career. Enjoy competitive salaries, employee rewards and a brilliant range of benefits you can tailor to suit your own health, wellbeing, financial and lifestyle choices. Make the most of a myriad of opportunities for training and professional development to grow your skills and expertise. And combine our hybrid working culture and flexible holiday allowances to balance a great job and fulfilling personal life.

About AtkinsRéalis

We’re AtkinsRéalis, a world‑class engineering services and nuclear organization. We connect people, data and technology to transform the world’s infrastructure and energy systems. Together, with our industry partners and clients, and our global team of consultants, designers, engineers and project managers, we can change the world. We’re committed to leading our clients across our various end markets to engineer a better future for our planet and its people.

Additional information

This role may require security clearance and offers of employment will be dependent on obtaining the relevant level of clearance. If this is necessary, it will be discussed with you at interview. The vetting process is delivered by United Kingdom Security Vetting (UKSV) and may require candidates to provide proof of residency in the UK of 5 years or longer. If applying to this role please do not make reference to (in conversation) or include in your application or CV, details of any current or previously held security clearance.

We are committed to creating a culture where everyone feels that they belong - a place where we can all be ourselves, thrive and develop to be the best we can be. So, we offer a range of family friendly, inclusive employment policies, flexible working arrangements and employee resource groups to support all employees. As an Equal Opportunities Employer, we value applications from all backgrounds, cultures and ability.