Construction Manager - Nordics

Arcadis; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A global consultancy firm based in Birmingham seeks a Project Manager for data center construction. The role emphasizes managing project phases, ensuring compliance with safety standards, and acting as the primary site representative. A degree in Construction Management or Civil Engineering and experience in large projects are required. Candidates must have strong leadership skills and effective communication abilities.

Qualifications

• Experience in managing large-scale construction projects.
• Familiarity with CDM regulations and environmental compliance.
• Professional certifications (e.g., CIOB, PMP) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the construction phase of data center projects.
• Oversee site operations, ensuring compliance with safety regulations.
• Act as the primary site representative, liaising with clients and stakeholders.

Skills

Strong leadership and team coordination abilities

Excellent understanding of construction methods

Proficient in project scheduling tools

Effective communicator with stakeholders

Education

Degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or related field

Job description

Arcadis Birmingham, England, United Kingdom

We are the world\'s leading company delivering sustainable design, engineering, and consultancy solutions for natural and built assets. We are more than 36,000 people, in over 70 countries, dedicated to improving quality of life. Everyone has an important role to play. With the power of many curious minds, together we can solve the world\'s most complex challenges and deliver more impact together.

Overview

Role description: To lead and manage the construction phase of data center projects, ensuring delivery to client requirements, within time, cost, and quality standards, and in compliance with all safety and regulatory requirements. You will be the primary site representative, coordinating multidisciplinary teams and stakeholders to deliver high-availability mission-critical infrastructure.

Role accountabilities

• Preconstruction Phase: Collaborate with architects and owners to advise on materials, methods, systems, phasing, and cost strategies.
• Support design development by providing constructability reviews and recommendations.
• Assist in developing bid packages and trade contract strategies.

• Construction Phase: Oversee site operations, ensuring compliance with safety regulations and quality standards.
• Manage subcontractors and coordinate construction activities across disciplines.
• Establish and maintain procedures for shop drawings, submittals, RFIs, and approvals.
• Manage the progress of works against schedule and budget, reporting deviations and proposing mitigation actions.
• Manage the Arcadis team to ensure attendance and full coverage of all site activities.

• General Duties: Act as the primary site representative, liaising with clients, consultants, and stakeholders.
• Ensure all work complies with contract documents and statutory requirements.
• Maintain accurate project documentation and support handover processes.

Qualifications & Experience

• Degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or related field.
• Experience in managing large-scale construction projects.
• Familiarity with CDM regulations and environmental compliance.
• Professional certifications (e.g., CIOB, PMP) preferred.

Skills & Competencies

• Strong leadership and team coordination abilities.
• Excellent understanding of construction methods, sequencing, and safety.
• Proficient in project scheduling tools and document control systems.
• Effective communicator with stakeholders at all levels.

Why Arcadis?

We believe everyone\'s contribution matters and are committed to empowering employees to be their best. We pursue a skills-based approach to help you carve your career path and maximize our collective impact. We are dedicated to delivering sustainable solutions for a more prosperous planet and invite you to contribute to a lasting legacy with Arcadis.

Equality, Diversity, Inclusion & Belonging

We strive to be an employer of choice and provide a great place to work for all our people. Equality, diversity and inclusion are central to how we improve quality of life. We work with six ED&I Workstreams: Age, Disability, Faith, Gender, LGBT+ and Race.

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Other

Industries

• Professional Services

Our commitment to equality and inclusion extends to all colleagues and applicants.