Construction Manager

Role overview

Location :
Waltham Cross, Hertfordshire

Salary : £70,000

Working Hours :
Monday - Friday, 07 : 00 - 16 : 00

Contract Type :
Permanent

Benefits : 25holidays + BH, Health Cash Plan, Discount Shopping, reduced cost gym, days out,learning & development opportunities, paid volunteering days + manymore.

At EMCOR UK, we revolutionise facilities management by combining our engineering heritage and innovation capability. We prioritise people in everything we do, collaborating closely with our customers to understand all their needs, from the big picture to day-to-day operations. Our purpose is to "create a better world at work". Using our unique insight platform, "One Data World," we harness data-driven intelligence to make informed decisions, adapting our services to meet our customers' evolving requirements.

This allows us to cultivate an enhanced workplace experience for their teams whilst optimising efficiency, meticulously managing every asset, and minimising their impact on the planet. All supported by our commitment to safety, compliance, and assurance. Our partnering approach empowers our customers to shape a better future. Whether guiding their path to net zero or redeveloping their facilities for enhanced efficiency, we create better places for work whilst taking away the burden of facility operations, freeing up our customers to concentrate on their business.

To manage and coordinate all on-site construction activities for MARCUS projects within an operational data centre environment. The Construction Manager will ensure safe, efficient, and compliant delivery of works, maintaining quality standards and meeting programme milestones while adhering to Clients and EMCOR UK requirements.

• Manage end-to-end delivery of MARCUS (Moves, Adds, Retrofits, Changes, Upgrades, and Security) projects.
• Work with the EMCOR UK team to ensure adherence to project scope, schedule and budget
• Oversee day-to-day construction activities, ensuring adherence to project plans and schedules.
• Manage trade contractors and ensure compliance with site protocols.
• Enforce EHS standards, including LOTO procedures and permit-to-work systems.
• Conduct regular site inspections and audits to maintain zero-harm culture.
• Monitor progress against baseline schedule and critical path.
• Implement quality assurance processes and rectify defects promptly.
• Chair weekly trade contractor meetings and monthly look-ahead sessions.
• Identify and mitigate construction risks.
• Support change management process and maintain accurate records.
• Provide weekly look-ahead reports and updates on health, safety, quality and progress.
• Consult with work force on matters of Health Safety.
• Liaising with the customer or their representatives.
• Organising contractors during implementation ensuring compliance to project programme.
• Ensuring site is maintained to prevent unauthorised access and suitable welfare is available for use.
• Conform to safety rules and apply good engineering and safety practices.
• Demonstrable skills in dealing and working closely with internal and external customers and suppliers on complex and interrelated issues on an ongoing basis

• Proven experience managing data centre or critical infrastructure construction projects.
• Strong knowledge of construction methodologies, EHS compliance, and quality standards.
• Ability to interpret technical drawings and manage complex site logistics.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Relevant professional qualifications (e.g., SMSTS, CSCS Black Card).
• Degree or equivalent in Construction Management or related discipline (preferred).
• Experience working with G-Suite software (preferred)
• Demonstrate an exceptional level of awareness and understanding in construction environment, safety and health regulations and legislation.

• 25 Days holidays + Bank holidays
• Holiday Buy Scheme - up to 5 days a year
• Industry leading Maternity & Paternity Policies
• Refer a Friend scheme - worth £500 per referral
• GEMS - Internal recognition scheme with vouchers for Amazon and retail / dining
• Extensive Learning & Development…