Role Overview
We are seeking an experienced Senior Construction Manager to oversee the delivery of a large-scale hyperscale data centre project. This position requires strong leadership in construction management, a focus on health and safety, and the ability to drive successful project outcomes through collaboration and problem solving.
Key Responsibilities
* Partner with the Project Manager to support overall schedule management and delivery
* Act as a visible safety leader onsite, actively participating in day-to-day health and safety management and auditing
* Manage project closeout processes and documentation, ensuring requirements are met for final approval
* Collaborate with stakeholders to capture all variations and ensure accurate cost reporting to the client
* Ensure resources are aligned to meet current and future project demands
* Lead and participate in key meetings to monitor progress, resolve challenges, and communicate impacts to stakeholders
* Liaise with teams in Quality Assurance, Commissioning, and Environmental Health & Safety to ensure successful project delivery
* Track and manage all project costs, including labour, materials, plant, equipment, variations, and valuations
* Oversee subcontractor performance, ensuring progress is in line with schedule and labour requirements
* Lead overall site construction with emphasis on logistics and handover
* Monitor daily site activities, manage information flow, and report on progress, quality, and safety issues
Requirements
* Experienced in managing large-scale construction projects with increasing levels of responsibility
* Hold a degree or equivalent experience in Construction Management, Engineering, Quantity Surveying, or a related discipline
* Strong knowledge of the full design and construction lifecycle
* Hold or be working towards a relevant professional certification (support available if required)
* Proven track record of successfully coordinating and delivering major construction projects
* Skilled at mobilising people and teams to drive successful outcomes
* Effective in building strong working relationships across complex project structures, clients, and internal stakeholders