Senior Construction Manager – Roads, Civils, Utilities

Overview

The Project

You’ll Be Responsible For

• Lead on site construction activities across road, highway, civil and utility packages.
• Oversee main contractors, subcontractors and site operations to ensure safe, efficient, and compliant delivery.
• Monitor progress against programme, proactively addressing risks, delays and interface issues.
• Drive rigorous health, safety and environmental standards, championing a “Safety First” culture.
• Conduct regular site inspections, audits, quality walks and progress reviews.
• Resolve technical and construction challenges collaboratively with contractors and the wider project team.
• Support contract administration, change management, reporting and stakeholder coordination.
• Lead programme delivery by directing coordination, strategy implementation, and alignment with the overall vision and objectives.
• Drive performance improvement by optimising resources, monitoring delivery, and embedding best‑practice systems and methodologies.
• Foster collaboration and inclusivity by building high‑performing teams, strengthening client and partner relationships, and promoting knowledge sharing across Mace.

You’ll Need To Have

• Degree in Civil Engineering or related discipline preferred.
• A seasoned construction professional with 10+ years managing Main Contractors on major civil, roads, highways or infrastructure projects.
• Experience working within PMC or client side delivery teams is an advantage.
• A true “boots on the ground” leader who thrives in the field and leads by example.
• Strong understanding of construction methodologies, sequencing, temporary works and safety practices.
• Exceptional communication, stakeholder management and contractor facing skills.
• A champion for safety – relentless in driving compliance, behaviours and culture.
• Proven track record in programme delivery with strong commercial and financial acumen.
• Leadership experience managing diverse teams and senior stakeholder relationships.
• Expertise in sustainability, risk management, and innovative programme practices.
• Our values
• Safety first - Going home safe and well:
• We champion a safe, diverse and inclusive working environment, understanding the importance of wellbeing in every team.
• Client focus - Deliver on our promise:
• We own the quality of deliverables, strategic outcomes and build long-term relationships with our clients.
• Integrity - Always do the right thing:
• We influence positive outcomes within our industry, while always aligning with our compliance obligations.
• Create opportunity - For our people to excel:
• We champion a continuous improvement culture throughout all activities, inspiring our people and teams to develop.
• Mace is an inclusive employer and welcomes interest from a diverse range of candidates.
• Even if you feel you do not fulfil all the criteria, please apply as you may still be the best candidate for this role or another role within our organisation.
• We are also open to discussing part-time, flexible, and hybrid working options if suitable within the role.
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