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BCS Connect is hiring an experienced Works Manager on behalf of our client in Aylesbury. This exciting role is ideal for a professional with a strong background in bulk earthworks and highway-related projects.
As a key member of the project team, the Works Manager will oversee and guide Foremen, Supervisors, and operatives, ensuring seamless project delivery. The role involves managing sub-contractors and staff to deliver site operations safely, efficiently, and effectively.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead and support foremen and operational teams to maximize productivity and performance.
- Ensure teams are effectively executing their planned tasks.
- Collaborate with project staff to develop detailed work plans and establish performance metrics.
- Enforce adherence to Inspection and Test Plans (ITPs), ensuring no hold points are passed without proper authorization.
- Manage day-to-day material orders for assigned work sections.
- Ensure accuracy and completeness of Daily Allocation Sheets submitted by Supervisors.
- Oversee Daily Plant Checks, report defective equipment, and ensure appropriate action is taken.
- Provide regular feedback on team performance and development.
Skills & Qualifications
- Proven experience managing multiple foremen and sub-contractor groundworks teams, with the ability to coordinate activities effectively.
- Strong understanding of material usage and compliance with Series 600 Specification for Highway Works.
- Experience with GPS machine guidance and its practical application.
- Ability to contribute to, interpret, and work within a 3-week programme framework.
- Solid knowledge of quality control processes, including adherence to ITPs and Hold Points.
- Strong leadership and interpersonal skills, capable of fostering a professional, respectful, and inclusive work environment.
- Ability to work professionally with clients at all levels.
- Qualifications: SMSTS and a minimum of a CSCS Gold Card.
- Minimum 10 years of industry experience, with at least 5 years in a supervisory role focused on highway construction or large-scale civil engineering projects.
Why Join?
This role offers the opportunity to play a pivotal part in high-impact infrastructure projects while working with a dynamic and professional team.
If your skills and experience align with this role, we would love to hear from you!
How to Apply:
Please send your CV and a covering letter to David Stevens at BCS Connect.
