Reporting to the Project Manager, you will be responsible for the safe, environmentally compliant and right-first-time delivery of construction activities across the project. You'll lead teams of Foremen, Supervisors, operatives and subcontractors, ensuring works are delivered safely, on programme and to the quality standards expected on one of the UK's leading coastal defence schemes. You'll also be a key interface with the client, stakeholders, supply chain partners and local community, helping maintain the strong reputation of both the project and VolkerStevin., Project Delivery & Leadership
Project Delivery & Leadership
- Lead and manage site operations to ensure safe and efficient project delivery.
- Plan and coordinate labour, plant, materials and subcontract resources.
- Lead, mentor and develop Foremen, Supervisors and site teams.
- Drive workforce engagement, wellbeing and performance.
- Support short and medium-term planning and construction sequencing.
Health, Safety, Environment & Quality
- Champion VolkerStevin's Safety Ripple and Quality Ripple initiatives.
- Ensure compliance with all health, safety, environmental and quality standards.
- Promote a positive safety culture and ensure incidents are reported and investigated appropriately.
- Lead site inductions, briefings, toolbox talks and workforce communications.
- Ensure actions arising from inspections and audits are closed out effectively.
Stakeholder & Supply Chain Management
- Build strong relationships with clients, residents, stakeholders and supply chain partners.
- Manage subcontractor performance against safety, quality and programme requirements.
- Support risk management through planning meetings, design reviews and early engagement.
- Monitor project performance and drive continuous improvement across safety, quality, programme and cost.
Commercial & Operational Support
- Support Project Managers with resource planning, forecasting and reporting.
- Contribute to programme delivery and cost control.
- Ensure sufficient supervision and competent resources are available across all work areas. Minimum 10 years' experience in a supervisory or construction management role.
- CSCS Site Manager.
- SMSTS.
- First Aid qualification.
- Proven experience delivering civil engineering or infrastructure projects.
- Strong leadership, communication and stakeholder management skills., Experience within coastal, marine, flood defence or major infrastructure projects.
- Confined Spaces certification.
- Temporary Works Appreciation.
- Lifting Appointed Person qualification. Part of the VolkerWessels UK Group, VolkerStevin is an industry-leading civil engineering business, providing complex and innovative engineering solutions across a wide range of sectors including maritime, flood risk management, defence, energy, water and regeneration. Collaborating with, and drawing on the specialist skills of the group's business units we deliver a truly integrated, multidisciplinary service., VolkerStevin is looking for an experienced Senior Works Manager to join our team on the prestigious Southsea Coastal Defence Project.
This nationally significant project is helping to protect local communities, businesses and critical infrastructure from coastal flooding while creating a lasting legacy for future generations. As a key member of the project leadership team, you'll play a vital role in delivering complex civil engineering works safely, efficiently and to the highest standards., VolkerStevin is under the umbrella of VolkerWessels UK which is a multidisciplinary contractor that delivers innovative engineering solutions across the civil engineering and construction sectors including rail, highways, airport, marine, energy, water, and environmental infrastructure. By utilising the specialist skills of each business unit within VolkerWessels UK, VolkerStevin are able to ensure our staff provide unrivalled resources and expertise to our clients., We believe in pushing boundaries in the pursuit of fairness, inclusion and respect. So, our teams can be comfortable that, whatever their background, VolkerWessels UK is a place where they can be themselves and thrive., VolkerWessels UK is committed to maintaining healthy, safe and productive workingconditions for its entire staff and therefore a drugs & alcohol screening is mandatory for all.
Benefits
- Competitive salary
- Competitive annual leave and an additional day off on your birthday
- Option to buy additional annual leave
- Private medical care
- Pension
- Life Assurance
- Cycle to Work scheme
- Shopping and restaurants vouchers, rewards, and discounts
- Training and development opportunities-comprehensive skills-based training
- Family friendly polices including enhanced maternity benefits
- Employee Assistance
- Flexible working opportunities
- Mental health, physical health, and financial support
- 24/7 Virtual GP service
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Works Manager in Portsmouth employer: VolkerWessels
VolkerFitzpatrick is an exceptional employer that fosters a collaborative and innovative work culture, making it an ideal place for professionals seeking to make a significant impact in the construction industry. With a strong focus on employee development and growth opportunities, team members are encouraged to enhance their skills while working on high-profile projects across the UK. Located in Hoddesdon, Hertfordshire, the company offers a dynamic environment where strategic thinking and leadership are valued, ensuring that employees can thrive both personally and professionally.
