Construction Manager Construction Manager

The Back Lot Construction Manager role is a mid-senior role and is integral to the success of the E20 Programme as the role holder is responsible for the co-ordination and monitoring of the delivery of the construction project from an operational standpoint, supported by the Lead Project Manager. This role will involve providing oversight for the Client of construction activities in respect of Health and Safety, Quality and Programme, ensuring the construction works are delivered safely and in accordance with design and technical compliance in line with best practice., The Construction Manager should have strong experience in the construction industry having previous involvement in traditional building contract processes to completion. Experience of working alongside noise sensitive environments, and managing multiple stakeholder relationships is essential, as is knowledge of relevant legislation and health and safety legislation and best practice.,

• Act as a representative of the Client monitoring compliance of construction works.


• Monitor site works and provide assurance to the Programme management team that construction activities are undertaken as per the approved design and contract conditions.


• Safety Leadership on site, contributing to the wider programme safety targets and culture.


• Liaise between the project and the wider campus activities where logistics and coordinating works is considered.


• Ensure works are being undertaken and recorded as required by the quality management system.


• Manage the Inspection and Test Planning process across the construction works.


• Manage the snagging/defects process.


• Liaise with various colleagues to achieve full communication and best results for the operation.


• Identify problems and offer solutions during the construction period


• Report on actuals compared to estimate in terms of task delivery.


• Be fully conversant with and work within all applicable safety regulations and guidance.


• Attend planning meetings and visit suppliers and subcontractors as required, liaising with external suppliers of goods and services.
  
  A recognised professional construction qualification - HND, HNC or BSc in Construction Management or similar.


• Construction skills certification - SMSTS, CSCS etc.


• Extensive and demonstrable experience in working on large complicated (multifaceted) construction projects.


• Demonstrable record of successful construction project delivery (Planning, quality management, problem solving, reporting, managing H&S).


• Self-starting with ability to empower teams and colleagues to focus on achieving goals.


• Excellent communication (spoken, written, listening), social, interpersonal and influencing skills.


• Ability to effectively communicate and reach agreement with difficult stakeholders, navigating ambiguous, changeable, and complex environments to achieve desired outcomes.


• Microsoft Office software skills and experience using data to make it meaningful for different audiences.


Desirable:


• Has managed projects with a budget of £5m+ or significant business area impact.


• Knowledge of the media sector.


• Understanding of JCT contracts.
  
  EastEnders is a key BBC brand. The original external film set [or 'Lot'] was designed to operate for 2 years. 39 years later, it is now at the end of its life and requires replacement to meet the ongoing requirements of the Production., The BBC is committed to redeploying employees seeking suitable alternative employment within the BBC for different reasons and they will be given priority consideration ahead of other applicants. Priority consideration means for those employees seeking redeployment their application will be considered alongside anyone else at risk of redundancy, prior to any individuals being considered who are not at risk.


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• Excellent career progression - the BBC offers great opportunities for employees to seek new challenges and work in different areas of the organisation.


• Unrivalled training and development opportunities - our in-house Academy hosts a wide range of internal and external courses and certification.


• Benefits - We offer a negotiable salary package, a flexible 35-hour working week for work-life balance and 25 days annual leave with the option to buy an extra 5 days, a defined pension scheme and discounted dental, health care, gym and much more.


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