Site Manager in Bournemouth

Octavius Regional Civil Engineering have been awarded the Highways Term Service Agreement to deliver highways improvement schemes across Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole for BCP Council. The contract, (awarded in June 2023), will see us deliver highway and cycleway improvement schemes for the next four years and is extendable for a further six years to May 2033.

As a result we are seeking 2 x Site Managers capable of running £1m - £5m projects.

You'll be working on…. (what your role and responsibility is)

• Ensure the team work in a safe, profitable, planned manner to achieve the programme and deliver a quality product and service.
• Deliver the project works from start to finish and carrying out safety and quality audits.
• To develop and maintain positive relationships with teams and clients. 
• Promote and protect the Octavius Infrastructure reputation whilst remaining customer focused and in line with Company policies and values.
• Lead by example by promoting the collaborative culture throughout the site team, including suppliers and customers.
• Be responsible for safety first culture onsite.

You'll receive…. (because we value you)

We offer a competitive rewards package, including a Company Car scheme, Private Healthcare, Pension, Life Assurance cover, 25 days Annual Leave (and a day off for your birthday). You'll also have access to Hybrid working where possible, an enhanced Paternity & Maternity package and the opportunity to develop yourself personally and professionally.

About you…. (what you are skilled at)

• In line with Company Values: Integrity, Caring, Progressive, Openness and Quality.
• An inspiring and enthusiastic communicator who sets a high professional standard and leads by example.
• Builds trust and gains respect of all parties on site.
• Inspires and motivates site team to work together to complete the project, even when under pressure.
• Takes personal responsibility and is happy being held accountable for the site.
• Sets a high benchmark for the safety and quality standard expected on the project and leads by example.
• Regularly undertakes Welfare and Development Manager meetings with his reportees.
• Also sets clear line management targets for the members of the site team. Meets targets set by own manager and is focused on developing capability further.
• Identifies individuals on site who are keen to develop further

You'll bring… (your wealth of experience & qualifications)

• A Civil, Structural, or Construction Management background on National Highways or local authority networks.
• Has worked on a broad section of disciplines such as groundwork's, RC structures, drainage, steelwork, and can demonstrate a clear understanding in these areas.
• Experience of personal responsibility in managing projects up to £3 million.
• Good level of IT skills.
• Good level of programming and Conditions of contract (NEC, ICE etc.) knowledge

Qualifications:

• Has an industry recognised qualification such as a Degree, HND, NVQ or similar in a Civil Engineering/Building or related course.
• Alternatively has gained similar qualities through work related training and experience
• CSCS Managers card
• Appointed person CPCS card (desirable)
• SMSTS competent.

Inclusion and diversity are important to us, we are an equal opportunities employer and value difference. We want and will continue to build an inclusive environment where our people thrive. We firmly believe constantly striving to build a truly diverse workforce is what makes us a strong business and will enable us to continue to solve important problems and deliver unrivalled value to both our customers and clients. If you need any specialist support throughout your application, we will work with you where we can to support your journey with us.