Job Description

Job Title: Construction Manager (Temporary - 3 Months, Potential for Extension)
Location: Leeds and Wakefield (Hybrid: Office, Work from Home & Site Visits)

The Construction Manager plays a key role in supporting the Trust s mission to improve safety and enhance public access to waterways. This role is responsible for delivering maintenance and repair programs that uphold the integrity and reputation of the network. Managing a team of staff and volunteers, the Construction Manager ensures efficient, safe, and high-quality work while maintaining a strong focus on customer service, asset management, and environmental considerations.

• Oversee the delivery of assigned maintenance and construction projects within time and budget constraints. Ensure effective planning, stakeholder communication, and compliance with safety, environmental, and heritage standards.
• Lead and manage a team of up to 15 staff, including site supervisors, agency workers, and volunteers. Support their development, training needs, and performance while fostering a positive work environment.
• Ensure excellent customer service by proactively addressing inquiries, minimizing disruptions, and improving customer satisfaction through well-managed operations.
• Manage financial aspects of assigned projects, including budgeting, cost estimation, expenditure tracking, and efficiency optimization.
• Identify volunteer opportunities and ensure their proper management, supervision, and engagement in safe, high-quality work.
• Optimize resource management, including personnel, contractors, vehicles, equipment, and depots, to ensure safe, effective, and sustainable operations.
• Manage contractor and supplier relationships, ensuring compliance with contract terms, project specifications, and best practices for site management.
• Promote and uphold the Trust s values, diversity, and inclusion policies in all aspects of work and team interactions.

• Internal: Regional Teams, Programme Planning Team, Asset Improvement Team, HR, Hire Desk, Operational Framework Contract Manager.
• External: Volunteers, Contractors, Supply Chain, Adjacent Landowners, Customers.

• Educated to NVQ Level IV / Degree level or equivalent experience.
• NEBOSH National General Certificate in Health & Safety or NVQ equivalent.
• Proven experience in construction, operational, or M&E management, with a track record of delivering projects successfully.
• Strong leadership, team management, and mentoring experience, fostering a positive and productive work culture.
• Customer-focused approach with the ability to balance technical challenges in an infrastructure environment.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Experience in contract management, including supplier relations and compliance with contractual obligations.
• Qualified Temporary Works Coordinator with experience in temporary works management.
• Experience in cost estimation and financial planning.
• Valid driver s license required.

• Lead by example in ensuring safety standards are met and that colleagues, volunteers, and the public are protected.
• Ensure proper use of equipment, risk assessments, and method statements.
• Investigate and report incidents, accidents, and near misses.
• Adhere to safeguarding policies to maintain safe environments for children, young people, and vulnerable adults.

This is a temporary 3-month role with the potential for extension or permanent placement based on performance and business needs.