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    Senior Site Manager or Site Agent - Chelmsford, United Kingdom - Octavius Infrastructure

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    Our busy Highways business had a very good year in 2023, and 2024 is shaping up to be even better We have some exciting schemes coming to fruition which will be mobilising in the next few months. The projects involve earthworks, ground stabilisation and drainage and other elements associated with the construction of dual and single carriageways and roundabouts. The location for this is in Colchester

    We are a contractor to the highways and transportation sectors delivering safe, sustainable, and efficient transport solutions across the UK.

    We are seeking either a Senior Site Manager or Site Agent capable of running a £10m project.

    You'll be working on.... (what your role and responsibility is)

    • Ensure the team work in a safe, profitable, planned manner to achieve the programme and deliver a quality product and service.
    • Deliver the project works from start to finish and carrying out safety and quality audits.
    • To develop and maintain positive relationships with teams and clients.
    • Promote and protect the Octavius Infrastructure reputation whilst remaining customer focused and in line with Company policies and values.
    • Lead by example by promoting the collaborative culture throughout the site team, including suppliers and customers.
    • Be responsible for safety first culture onsite.

    You'll receive.... (because we value you)

    We offer a competitive rewards package, including a Company Car scheme, Private Healthcare, Pension, Life Assurance cover, 25 days Annual Leave (and a day off for your birthday). You'll also have access to Hybrid working where possible, an enhanced Paternity & Maternity package and the opportunity to develop yourself personally and professionally.

    About you.... (what you are skilled at)

    • Highly organised, excellent planning and time management skills.
    • Ability to manage multiple priorities without compromising on safety, standards and quality.
    • Highly motivated, results-oriented with a positive outlook.
    • Safety first mindset, with the ability to assess and mitigate risks
    • Tech savvy, with good working knowledge of Microsoft Project.
    • Problem solver with the ability to both question designs and produce/explain accurate plans and drawings.

    You'll bring... (your wealth of experience & qualifications)

    • A Civil, Structural, or Construction Management background on National Highways networks.
    • Ideally you'll have worked for a for a tier 1 contracting group with working knowledge of NEC contract conditions, CDM regulations, design management, programme and risk management and cost control including forecasting, actual cost and value reporting.
    • Lead a team of up to 10 direct reports assisting their all-round development
    • Have worked on a broad section of disciplines such as groundworks, RC structures, steelwork, and building and can demonstrate a clear understanding in these areas.
    • Experience of personal responsibility in managing projects up to £10 million.
    • Good level of programming experience with knowledge of Primavera P6 software or Microsoft Projects (desirable)
    • Temporary Works Co-ordinator (desirable)
    • Leadership experience (desirable)

    Qualifications:

    • Degree/HNC in Civil Engineering, or equivalent experience or relevant qualification
    • CEng MICE, or equivalent (desirable)
    • CSCS Managers card
    • Appointed person CPCS card (desirable)
    • IOSH Managing Safely or SMSTS

    Inclusion and diversity are important to us, we are an equal opportunities employer and value difference. We want and will continue to build an inclusive environment where our people thrive. We firmly believe constantly striving to build a truly diverse workforce is what makes us a strong business and will enable us to continue to solve important problems and deliver unrivalled value to both our customers and clients. If you need any specialist support throughout your application, we will work with you where we can to support your journey with us.


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