Construction Assurance Manager

Join our team at KeolisAmey Metrolink (KAM), the largest light rail network in the UK!

We are currently recruiting for Construction Assurance Manager to join our Projects team within Manchester’s iconic Metrolink.

As a Construction Assurance Manager, you will be responsible for overseeing all light rail construction projects across the network, ensuring their compliance to quality and safety requirements, detailed design, and statutory construction standards. 

Working under the guidance of the Projects Director, this role will lead on the assurance of these projects are delivered to specification, against regulatory, cost and quality standards.  

Key accountabilities will include:

• Contribute to the delivery of a high performing team through ensuring objectives, standards and key performance indicators are met.    
• Contribute to building an inclusive culture, taking a zero-tolerance approach to behaviours and attitudes that go against the FREDIE culture, escalating matters to management when appropriate.   
• Ensure own health, safety and wellbeing in the workplace, ensuring the zero harm principles and just culture is demonstrated in all ways of working.     
• Ensure compliance with relevant policies, regulations, and standards.  
• Oversee all project teams, contractors, and suppliers to ensure adherence to established quality standards, codes, and regulations. 
• Conduct regular inspections and audits to evaluate the quality of construction work, materials, and processes. 
• Identify and manage quality and construction-related issues, non-compliance, and deviations from project specifications. 
• Review and ensure the establishment, application, and compliance with all necessary safety standards, including pre-construction works and during construction works as necessary. 
• Monitor and evaluate the performance of contractors and suppliers in relation to quality and construction standards. 
• Working closely with internal QS and Procurement Leads to ensure alignment with quality and construction contractual standards and deliverables as established and agreed. 
• Prepare and present regular reports as necessary on quality metrics, trends, and improvement initiative

What you’ll bring:

• Degree in construction management, or a related field 
• Formal IOSH/NEBOSH/CDM qualification (desirable)
• Relevant CSCS card (desirable)
• Previous proven experience specialising in the heavy/light rail sector
• Proven experience as a Construction Assurance Manager or in a similar role within the heavy/light rail industry with strong knowledge of construction processes, materials, and quality control standards
• Excellent understanding and evidence of practical application, of relevant codes, regulations, and industry best practices, including but not limited to, CDM Regs (2105)
• Excellent understanding and evidence of practical application of health and safety standards and regulations in construction management
• Familiarity and experience with the oversight and management of construction assurance processes through NEC3 and other contracts
• Excellent attention to detail and a meticulous approach to quality and construction management

At KAM, we celebrate the diversity of our customers, communities, and colleagues, and strive for a workforce that is representative of the communities we serve.

Research has shown that not everyone applies for a role when they don’t feel 100% qualified. Therefore, if you don’t see yourself fully reflected in every job requirement listed on the posting above, we still encourage you to apply. We are committed to creating a more equitable, inclusive, and diverse company and we strongly encourage applicants of all genders, ages, ethnicities, cultures, abilities, and sexual orientation to apply. We look forward to receiving your application.

KeolisAmey Metrolink are a Disability Confident Employer and will guarantee an interview to candidates who have declared they have a disability and who meet the minimum criteria for the role.

What we can offer you:

As well as a competitive salary we offer:

• A permanent full-time contract 37.5 hours a week
• Generous Annual Leave Scheme starting at 25 days plus bank holidays, with the opportunity to purchase an additional five days per year.
• Flexible and Hybrid Working Options to support a culture of promoting a good work life balance.
• Free Tram Travel for all our colleagues, plus passes for close family and friends.
• Access to Amazing Discounts at most major retailers including Asda, Currys PC World, John Lewis and many more.
• Family Friendly Policies including enhanced maternity and paternity pay.
• Prioritising your Health and Wellbeing with a range of services available including a free counselling service, annual health checks, access to Employee Assistance Programme and more.
• Supporting your continued development journey with a focus on developing career pathways and reimbursement of professional fees where essential to the role.

The closing date for applications is 7th September 2023.

Early applications are welcome.