Construction Manager at N G Bailey in Reading, England, GB

Location: Burghfield, BerkshirePermanent - Full TimeCompetitive Salary + Car/Car Allowance + Flexible Benefits Summary NG Bailey is one of the UK's leading independent engineering and services businesses, delivering complex projects across a range of sectors. We are seeking an experienced Construction Manager to join our growing team and play a key role in the successful delivery of major construction and engineering projects. This is an exciting opportunity to join a high-performing team, providing leadership, direction and support throughout all stages of project delivery. Key Responsibilities

Provide and demonstrate positive health, safety and environmental leadership throughout the construction lifecycle of allocated work areas. Lead, manage and motivate construction teams through the implementation of best practice and continuous improvement initiatives. Ensure safe working practices are maintained, including compliance with relevant legislation, standards and company procedures. Liaise with design, procurement, project management, pre-construction and support teams to ensure effective project delivery. Ensure compliance with quality assurance requirements, including the completion of relevant project records and documentation. Support the development and implementation of approved construction plans and delivery programmes. Act as the key construction interface with clients and stakeholders. Contribute to the successful delivery of project budgets and schedules. Investigate non-conformances and support a culture of continuous learning and improvement. Promote team performance through coaching, mentoring, training and development. Apply engineering and construction expertise to assess risks, identify solutions and support safe delivery. Ensure construction management documentation is maintained and updated as required. Produce weekly and monthly reports in a timely manner for management review. Monitor productivity and performance, ensuring appropriate reviews are completed and actions implemented. Identify and support opportunities to enhance project delivery and create additional value for clients.

What We're Looking For

Relevant professional qualifications or accreditation in Construction Management, Project Management, Engineering or a related discipline. Extensive experience managing construction activities on large or complex projects. Strong leadership experience with the ability to manage, motivate and develop teams. Experience working collaboratively across multiple disciplines and stakeholder groups. Proven track record delivering projects safely, on time and within budget. Experience working within highly regulated, complex or technically demanding environments would be advantageous. Commercial awareness and experience managing project performance, including budget and programme responsibilities. Excellent communication, organisational and problem-solving skills.