Construction Manager
AmentumAt Amentum UK and International, we are at the forefront of shaping the future, not just solving problems. Our expertise in engineering, project management, and solutions integration has positioned us as a key collaborator with government entities, delivering intricate and impactful programs around the world. With a strong presence in Saudi Arabia, we are actively involved in critical projects throughout the region. We are spearheading several exciting initiatives, taking on technical responsibilities for programme management, engineering oversight, and construction assurance.
People are our greatest asset, and we offer a competitive package to retain and attract the best talent. In addition to the benefits you would expect, UK employees also receive free single medical cover and digital GP service, family-friendly benefits such as enhanced parental leave pay and free membership of employee assistance and parental programmes, plus reimbursement towards relevant professional development and memberships. We also give back to our communities through our programmes which incorporate matched-funding, paid volunteering time and charitable donations.
About The Opportunity:
With a strong presence in Saudi Arabia, we are actively involved in critical projects throughout the region. We are spearheading several exciting initiatives, taking on technical responsibilities for programme management, engineering oversight, and construction assurance. As part of our expanding footprint in the region, we are currently seeking a qualified Construction Manager to support the delivery and oversight of a key infrastructure package under our Technical Services Provider (TSP) contract.
This position is site-based in Riyadh, supporting secure infrastructure works for one of our government clients. As the Construction Manager, you will act on behalf of the client to provide oversight, assurance, and technical input across all phases of the Design & Build contractor’s delivery. Your contributions will help ensure the project meets its quality, safety, compliance, and performance requirements.
The Construction Manager will take responsibility for activities in the field relating to the construction of the designated section of the works and its on-site facilitation. This will include the management of day to day on site supervision, direction and monitoring of activities on the site, providing input into the planning the site works in a way to most safely and efficiently deliver the project. To discharge the role requires a range of technical skills and competences, management and communication skills, construction awareness and knowledge of industry standard construction and safety procedures.
Reporting to the Project Manager, the Construction Manager will be assigned with the responsibility for the delivery of construction operations for a Project (or specific sections of the Works within a Project). This responsibility extends to all construction and related activities, including programming and planning, monitoring and close out of the site works, client liaison, and staff management. In addition to the reporting and liaising accountabilities, the Construction Manager will be required to adhere to and suggest enhancements and improvements where appropriate to company policies, procedures and protocols for construction, procurement, health and safety and other functions.
The Construction Manager will take responsibility for tactical logistics planning for work activities within the assigned scope of works and thereafter will be responsible for planning and implementation in collaboration with the overall Project Delivery Team.
Key Responsibilities:
Proactively communicate with the wider Project Team (H&S, Contract Management, Design, Project Controls, Logistics and Procurement) and Construction Managers/Supervisors to maintain good communication links and ensure all activities are well and timely reported.
Contribute information on specific areas to weekly and monthly reports, as well as issuing and maintaining performance and KPI indicators.
Support Team instructions to take temporary measures to mitigate and keep works safe and within Quality standards. Follow up by taking appropriate and proportionate action (e.g. issue communications, call meetings) to avoid the halt of works.
Ensure clear two-way communication with Line Manager so that all activity is directed appropriately.
Manage a team of Construction Supervisors/Superintendents, Field Engineers and Engineers to deliver their assigned roles and tasks.
Develop the team with a good prospective of on-site activities (6 months ahead).
Monitor and assess team individuals.
Ensures the training of team individuals as required.
Here’s What You’ll Need:
The Construction Manager should have a broad knowledge of construction techniques with technical expertise across specific types of construction and forms of contract. The post is responsible for ensuring the works are developed to programme and quality, in accordance with the Amentum requirements for health, safety and the environment. The Construction Manager will:
Have the ability to build and manage a site team that continuously outperforms expectations and objectives.
Manage the strategic planning of the site works, including construction sequencing, recovery plans and resource allocation.
Possess good organisation and communication skills.
Possess the ability to develop and monitor robust programmes and implement remedial action if required.
Ensure trade contractors and suppliers are resourced adequately to perform the works.
Display a good working knowledge of commercial principles affecting construction matters.
Be able to write informative, concise and meaningful reports.
Motivate and energise staff through building a climate of trust and understanding, whilst actively seeking alternative views and opinions.
The Construction Manager will have the following:
Experience in the delivery of large, complex projects, including Defence, Power, Chemical and Industrial.
Chartered Status and supported with Degree or Higher Diploma in Construction related field - Civil, Mechanical, Electrical Engineering or Construction Management.
Experience of operating within a high security environment.
Experience working within large construction projects including Civil Engineering and the installation of Mechanical and Electrical Plant.
The Construction Manager will have the capability to:
Lead a team and collaborating with other senior managers to effectively manage operations on site.
Develop junior members of the team and imparting knowledge and skills.
Understand and liaise with the construction and wider project personnel to assist in logistical, sequence and methodology planning.
Adopt a result focussed mind set, using initiative wherever possible and taking personal responsibility and accountability to ensure the necessary action is taken to deliver excellence, value and quality.
Be alert and responsive to the need for change by encouraging new thinking and initiatives.
Make autonomous decisions and operate with minimal supervision.
Our Culture:
Our values stand on a foundation of safety, integrity, inclusion, and diversity. We put people at the heart of our business, and we genuinely believe that we all succeed by supporting one another through our culture of caring. We value positive mental health and a sense of belonging for all employees.
We aim to embed inclusion and diversity in everything we do. We know that if we are inclusive, we are more connected, and if we are diverse, we’re more creative. We accept people for who they are, regardless of age, disability, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, mental health, race, faith or belief, sexual orientation, socioeconomic background, and whether you’re pregnant or on family leave. This is reflected in our wide range of Global Employee Networks centred on inclusion and diversity.
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