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One of the UK’s leading infrastructure contractors, working across a number of sectors including; transport, highways, water, energy and telecommunications


Your new role
Works Manager required to support the delivery of a portfolio of highways and infrastructure improvement schemes across Bedfordshire. Working within a busy maintenance and construction environment, you will oversee the successful delivery of capital projects valued up to £500k, covering areas such as drainage, structures, active travel and local transport initiatives.This is an excellent opportunity to join a dynamic project team delivering essential infrastructure improvements that enhance connectivity, safety and sustainability for local communities.

Key Responsibilities:
*Manage operational resources to ensure the successful delivery of capital construction projects.
*Oversee health, safety, environmental and quality performance, ensuring compliance with relevant legislation and project requirements.
*Work closely with the Programme Manager and client representatives to develop and deliver annual work programmes.
*Coordinate and manage the delivery phase of multiple schemes from planning through to completion.
*Monitor programme performance, budgets and resource allocation.
*Ensure projects are delivered safely, efficiently and to the required quality standards.
*Maintain strong relationships with stakeholders, supply chain partners and client teams.


What you’ll need to succeed
*Proven experience managing operational construction resources on infrastructure or highways schemes.
*Experience delivering drainage, structures, active travel and local transport projects.
*NRSWA Supervisor qualification.
*SMSTS
*Relevant construction or project management qualifications.
*Knowledge of Chapter 8 Traffic Signs Manual requirements.
*Knowledge of Microsoft 365, Asta and Confirm.
*AP61 Lift Planning qualification (preferred, but not essential)


What you need to do now
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