Construction Manager - EOI

Wood Process & Energy is seeking an experienced Construction Manager with multi‑disciplinary experience and a proven track record in overseeing and coordinating on‑site activities. The role requires ensuring project scope is completed on time, within budget, and according to quality and safety standards for a high‑profile client.

Key details:

• Location: Client site in Ayrshire, Southwest Scotland.
• Industry experience: Agricultural, pharmaceuticals, batch chemical production facilities or similar process industry.

The role supports a portfolio of Capital Projects and delivery of equipment and facilities on a site undergoing consistent and varied investment.

Responsibilities

• Develop project execution strategies, paths of construction and supporting documentation including constructability reviews, construction methodologies, risk assessment and HAZCON.
• Collaborate with discipline managers and other departments to align project plans.
• Support estimating and develop robust project estimates.
• Ensure quality and integrity of each project, maintain schedule and budget, and provide continuity in construction management.
• Execute work in accordance with quality standards and project requirements, managing installation, commissioning and completion activities for hardware, plant and equipment.
• Oversee total field construction effort, ensuring large or multiple smaller projects are constructed in accordance with design, budget and schedule.
• Accountable for managing, supervising, organising and coordinating site construction teams to provide high quality support.
• Work with engineering in design phases to influence design for optimal constructability.
• Execute assigned scopes of work within KPI schedules.
• Lead all construction reports, ensure delivery against milestones and KPIs.
• Provide technical expertise and guidance on all construction related activities.
• Monitor work progress and report against the plan.
• Set strategic direction regarding policy, procedures, workforce staffing and budgeting.
• Ensure safety, quality and environmental responsibilities are defined, communicated and implemented.
• Coordinate supply and delivery of equipment, subcontractors, consumables and other project‑specific requirements.
• Ensure employees receive appropriate training and induction.
• Manage industrial relations and report issues as required.
• Use commercial processes to manage change and capture variations effectively.
• Accountable for overall contract construction effort and support commissioning strategy.

Qualifications

• Minimum qualification of ISCED Level 5 (technical diploma) or equivalent combination of qualifications and experience.
• Vocational qualification such as NVQ Level 6 in Construction Management is an advantage.
• Recognised HSE qualification desirable (IOSH or similar).

Knowledge, Skills and Experience

• Extensive post‑qualification experience in a relevant industry.
• Knowledge of GMP within a pharmaceutical environment.
• Experience managing multi‑disciplinary projects in pharmaceutical, batch chemical production or similar industries.
• Excellent communication, delegation and team building skills.
• Familiarity with working within a technical environment.
• Experience conducting constructability and construction readiness reviews.
• People management experience in a construction context.
• Proficiency in MS Office suite; some experience with completions management systems.

Personal Attributes

• Well organised, observant, good interpersonal and communication skills.
• Displays good judgment and leadership qualities.
• Able to work with timelines and targets.
• Assertive, capable of driving culture change when required.
• Role model Wood’s values & behaviours.

Benefits

• Meaningful and interesting projects delivered to leaders of industry across emerging energy sectors.
• Commitment to diversity and inclusion.
• Competitive salary with regular reviews.
• Flexible benefits package: 33 days annual leave (incl. public holidays), generous contributory pension scheme, private medical cover, life insurance.
• Commitment to continued professional development with tailored plans.
• Global connections with experts worldwide.
• Flexible working arrangements, including hybrid and remote options where applicable.

Diversity Statement

We are an equal opportunity employer that recognises the value of a diverse workforce. All suitably qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment on the basis of objective criteria and without regard to race, colour, age, religion, gender, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status or other characteristics as required by law.