Construction Manager (Assurance) - Energy

Stantec UK; London; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 80,000

Job description

The Opportunity

Our Energy Advisory Services team is expanding across the nation! We're engaged in a highly prestigious program, one of the largest in the country, offering unparalleled career opportunities. Join us and be a part of something extraordinary!

We are seeking an experienced Construction Assurance Manager to lead and manage the construction quality assurance processes across our projects.

As a key member of the project team, the Construction Assurance Manager will collaborate with internal stakeholders, designers, contractors, and subcontractors to ensure the successful delivery of construction projects while maintaining adherence to quality standards and best practices.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Construction Quality Management: Oversee and manage the quality assurance processes on construction projects, ensuring compliance with Stantec's quality standards, client specifications, and regulatory requirements (e.g., local building codes, safety standards, environmental regulations).
2. Quality Audits & Inspections: Lead quality audits, inspections, and walkthroughs on active construction sites to assess work quality and ensure adherence to project plans, drawings, and specifications. Document findings and collaborate with teams to implement corrective actions.
3. Risk Management & Mitigation: Proactively identify and mitigate risks associated with construction quality, safety, and schedule. Collaborate with project teams to implement corrective actions, preventive measures, and effective risk management strategies.
4. Compliance & Regulatory Oversight: Ensure all construction activities comply with local, state, and federal regulations, including building codes, environmental guidelines, and safety standards. Prepare and maintain regulatory documentation and reports.
5. Contractor & Subcontractor Management: Oversee the quality assurance aspects of subcontractor and contractor performance. Work closely with contractors to ensure that all work is completed to the required standards and within the scope of the contract.
6. Process Improvement: Identify and implement process improvements in construction methods, quality control procedures, and safety protocols to enhance project delivery, efficiency, and quality outcomes.
7. Training & Mentoring: Provide leadership and training to project teams and field staff on quality assurance best practices, standards, and regulatory compliance. Foster a culture of quality, safety, and accountability across all project activities.
8. Documentation & Reporting: Develop and maintain quality assurance documentation, including inspection reports, non-conformance reports (NCRs), quality control logs, and performance reports. Present regular updates to project stakeholders, senior management, and clients on project quality status.
9. Client & Stakeholder Engagement: Serve as the primary point of contact for quality assurance-related matters with clients, consultants, and regulatory agencies. Ensure open and transparent communication regarding quality concerns, project timelines, and corrective actions.

ABOUT YOU

The ideal candidate should have a strong background in construction quality management, project delivery, and regulatory compliance, ensuring all projects meet Stantec's high standards for quality, safety, and regulatory requirements. They should hold a Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Architecture, or a related field, with a Master's degree or professional certifications (e.g., Six Sigma, CQE, PMP) being a plus. Experience with ISO 9001 or other quality assurance standards, and a proven track record with large-scale construction projects in sectors like commercial, industrial, infrastructure, or residential construction, is essential. Additionally, they should possess in-depth knowledge of construction standards, building codes, health and safety regulations, and quality management processes and systems.

Why Join us?

1. Our People Culture: We're a close-knit team and very proud of our friendly and collaborative environment.
2. Growth: We're on an exciting growth journey across the UK&I - we want you to be part of it!
3. Awards: Stantec was awarded the International Consulting Firm of the Year and Best place to work - Large Consulting Firms at the 2024 NCE awards as well as being consistently recognized in the top 10 Corporate Knights most sustainable companies in the world.
4. Great Benefits: Competitive salary, pension plan, holidays, free private medical insurance, discounted gym membership, and lots more.
5. Flexible working arrangements.
6. Great Projects across all sectors.
7. Industry-leading training and development as well as paid professional subscriptions.

About Stantec

The Stantec community unites more than 31,000 employees working in over 450 locations across 6 continents. We have been working with our clients and communities in the UK for over 150 years. We plan, design, deliver, and manage the development and infrastructure needed to support the creation of sustainable, healthy, and prosperous communities.

Stantec provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants for future and current employment and prohibit discrimination on the grounds of race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression. We prohibit discrimination in decisions concerning recruitment, hiring, referral, promotion, compensation, fringe benefits, job training, terminations, or any other condition of employment. Stantec is in compliance with laws and regulations and ensures equitable opportunities in all aspects of employment.

At Stantec we are committed to ensuring our recruitment process is accessible to all. If you require reasonable adjustments to be made during the recruitment process, then please inform a member of our Talent Acquisition team.