Construction Manager | Brighton

A unique opportunity for an experienced Construction Manager to join this prestigious Grade II listed building conversion project. Working alongside the Senior Construction Manager, you'll play a vital role in transforming this historic property into high end student accommodation.

Essential Experience Required

- Proven experience in residential/apartment developments
- Previous work on Grade II listed building projects
- Understanding of heritage conservation requirements
- Strong background in student accommodation projects (desirable)

Project Planning and Coordination:

- Monitoring programmes, including timelines, milestones, and resource allocation
- Coordinate with architects, engineers, and the client team to ensure project requirements are met
- Support heritage specialists and conservation officers
- Ensure compliance with listed building regulations

Commercial Management:

- Working closely with the project quantity surveyor
- Being aware of commercial constraints throughout the project lifecycle, but not letting it compromise quality and safety
- Assist in managing specialist heritage contractors
- Monitor costs related to conservation requirements

Team Leadership and Management:

- Lead and motivate theteam including supply chain
- Chair meetings as necessary, ensuring concise minutes are recorded
- Provide clear direction and guidance to team members to ensure project objectives are met
- Foster a collaborative and positive work environment conducive to productivity and safety
- Champion theethos on best use of tech products available
- Support the Senior Construction Manager in daily operations

Quality Control and Compliance:

- Familiarity with design management principles and tools for coordinating the design process, collaborating with architects and engineers, and ensuring design intent is achieved
- Implement and enforce quality control measures to ensure work meets regulatory standards and client expectations
- Conduct regular inspections and audits to identify and address any quality issues promptly
- Working with our HSE Manager to ensure compliance with health and safety regulations and company policies at all times
- Ensure a relentless focus on Zero Harm
- Maintain strict adherence to heritage conservation guidelines

Risk Management:

- Identify potential risks and develop mitigation strategies to minimize project disruptions
- Proactively address any issues that may arise during the construction process
- Maintain comprehensive documentation of project activities and decisions
- Special focus on protecting listed building elements

Reporting

- Aid with upstream reports. Leading on certain projects, aiding on others. To be agreed with line manager
- Ensure that the internal team are aware of site progress, issues/requirements
- Document all conservation related activities and decisions