At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead a major rail infrastructure project, ensuring safety and quality in construction delivery.
- Company: Join Morgan Sindall, a leader in construction with a commitment to innovation and inclusivity.
- Benefits: Enjoy generous holidays, flexible working, mentoring, and a contributory pension scheme.
- Other info: Be part of a supportive culture that values continuous learning and career growth.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on local transport while developing your leadership skills in a dynamic environment.
- Qualifications: Experience in managing large teams on complex rail or civil engineering projects is essential.
The predicted salary is between 50000 - 51000 £ per year.
We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Senior Works Manager to join our construction team on a major rail infrastructure scheme. This high‑profile project will deliver significant enhancements to the local network, including the construction of two new stations, extensive earthworks, structure renewals and replacements, and the installation of new permanent way along a previously disused line. Reporting directly to the Project Director, you will play a key leadership role in driving the safe, efficient, and high‑quality delivery of construction works across the scheme. You will lead and coordinate a team of Works Managers and Forepersons, setting the standard for operational excellence across site.
What you’ll be doing:
- Leading the day‑to‑day operational management of the site, ensuring delivery aligns with programme, safety, quality and budget requirements
- Setting and maintaining high standards for health, safety, environmental and quality performance across all activities
- Managing multiple workstreams including stations, track, structures, earthworks, roadworks, traffic management and rail possessions
- Ensuring effective coordination between internal teams, subcontractors, suppliers and stakeholders
- Monitoring progress against programme and taking proactive action to keep works on track
- Driving best practice in construction delivery, including productivity, planning and resource management
- Overseeing inspections, permits, briefings and site documentation to ensure full compliance
- Supporting engineering teams with planning and resolving technical challenges where required
- Managing interfaces with the public and ensuring works are delivered with minimal disruption
- Contributing to continuous improvement and identifying opportunities to enhance delivery performance
What we’re looking for:
- Proven experience as a Senior Works Manager or Construction Manager on major rail or civil engineering projects of similar scale and complexity
- Strong knowledge of delivering works across areas such as stations, track, structures, earthworks and public interface environments
- Demonstrable experience managing large teams and multiple subcontractors on complex sites
- A strong track record of delivering to programme, quality and safety standards
- In‑depth understanding of rail industry requirements, including possessions and safety‑critical activities
- Excellent leadership, communication and stakeholder management skills
- Ability to drive performance, solve problems and make sound decisions under pressure
- SMSTS (Site Management Safety Training Scheme)
- First Aid at Work
- Strong working knowledge of construction methods, health & safety, and legal regulations
What's in it for you?
- Generous holiday entitlement with the option to buy five days
- Flexible and adaptable working
- Family friendly policies and work/life approach
- Mentoring programmes and continuous learning support
- Contributory pension scheme
- Recognition scheme and long service awards
- Car scheme and Private Medical Insurance (if applicable to role)
We also provide the option to participate in our share‑save scheme; discounts including cycle to work and gym membership; a support and advice service for colleagues and their families, and more. Morgan Sindall is an equal opportunities employer and has been accredited with the Positive About Disabled People 'Two Ticks' accreditation. We are also an Investors in People company. Morgan Sindall is unable to employ anyone who does not have the legal right to live and work in the UK.
Senior Works Manager employer: Morgan Sindall
Morgan Sindall is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work environment where your contributions directly impact major rail infrastructure projects. With a strong commitment to employee development through mentoring programmes and continuous learning support, alongside generous benefits like flexible working, a contributory pension scheme, and a recognition scheme, you will thrive in a culture that values safety, quality, and operational excellence. Join us in delivering significant enhancements to the local network while enjoying a family-friendly approach and a supportive workplace.
