Construction Manager - Nordics

Arcadis; Manchester; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A global engineering consultancy is seeking a Construction Manager in Manchester to lead and manage the construction phase of data center projects. The ideal candidate should have a degree in Construction Management or Civil Engineering, experience with large-scale projects, and strong leadership abilities. This role involves coordinating teams and ensuring project compliance with safety and regulatory requirements.

Qualifications

• Experience 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.
• Coordinate multidisciplinary teams and stakeholders.
• Ensure compliance with safety regulations and quality standards.
• Manage subcontractors and construction activities.

Skills

Leadership

Construction methods knowledge

Project scheduling

Communication

Education

Degree in Construction Management or Civil Engineering

Job description

Overview

Construction Manager - Nordics role at Arcadis. 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 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 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 are committed to empowering our people and delivering sustainable design, engineering, and consultancy solutions for natural and built assets. We are a global team of over 36,000 professionals in more than 70 countries focused on improving quality of life and delivering impact together.

Company values and equality, diversity, inclusion & belonging

Arcadis is committed to equality, diversity and inclusion. We strive to be an employer of choice and provide a great place to work for all our people. We believe diverse perspectives drive the most innovative ideas and improve quality of life. Equality, diversity and inclusion are embedded in how we operate and we actively engage across ED&I workstreams: Age, Disability, Faith, Gender, LGBT+, and Race.

Job details

• Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Other
• Industries: Professional Services

Location

Manchester, England, United Kingdom

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