Construction Manager

We have a requirement for a Construction Manager for a project site in Geel, Belgium.

• First Priority is the Safety & Health of all persons working on or visiting the site.
• Manage, measure and report the construction project performance across all the key areas of:
• Safety,
• Quality,
• Schedule,
• Reports to PMG Construction Project Director or designate.

Setup

• As part of the Pre-construction team, establish the detailed construction execution strategy/plan and manage it to a successful completion.
• Generate, review and communicate the Key Strategy Documents:
• CEP,
• CMP,
• Quality Plan.
• Ensure PMG systems, procedures and Site Manual are in place and being adhered to.
• Generate the construction sequence and lead the development of the construction sequence.
• Identify the key interfaces with design, procurement, CQV and end user.
• Input into the Project Procurement Plan.
• Review tenders and attend Tender Clarifications Meeting.
• Review the Planning Permission Conditions and ensure that they being adhered to.
• Ensure EHS Notifications are in place and displayed.
• Organise, run and record the necessary constructability reviews.
• Review design scope and deliverables and timing of deliverable with design team.
• Setup communications strategy for the site.

Execution

Environmental and Safety

• Represent the H&S LEGAL INDENTITY on Site for the duration of the construction phase.
• Actively promotes compliance with the Construction Safety & Health Plan and Environmental Management plans. Intervene directly if any unsafe situations or practices are observed. Interacts with and coaches the workforce in the application of best safety practices.
• Champion the implementation of the Behavioural Safety Programme.
• Ensure all CM members and contractors are adhering and contributing to the Safety Programme.

CM Team

• Manage, monitor and coordinate the CM Team; ensure that all team members clearly understand and perform their roles and responsibilities.
• Chair the Customer and internal weekly meeting and ensure minutes are issued.
• Organise communication sessions with CM Team and the entire site team.
• Communicate and liaise with the other project parties (Customer, Design, Commissioning, End Users, Regulatory bodies, etc.) as required throughout the Project.
• Review CM team performance with Construction Director and agree mobilisation and demobilisation dates.
• Hold monthly status meetings with CM Team.
• Hold Town-hall meetings with construction team and communication sessions as required.

Planning

• Plan and direct the construction activities and support activities.
• Update and revise construction plan as required.
• Ensure sufficient coordination meetings are being held, minutes issued and ensure all parties are clear on the sequence of work
• Liaise with the Construction Planner to ensure sufficient manpower is being provided to meet the construction demands and address any shortfalls with the contractors.
• Review monthly progress reports and ensure they accurately report on the progress of the project.
• Review monthly and Quarterly Look-ahead Reports to ensure project milestones are clear and achievable.

Quality

• Ensure PM Quality systems are in place and being adhered to.
• Liaise with the Quality Manager to ensure Quality Program (QP, ITP, FOK, submittals etc).
• Compile issue and review the construction managers weekly report.
• Ensure the all meetings are taking place, being attended, minutes issued and all action items are being closed.
• Monitor Package Owner performance in relation to contractor quality control and inspections
• Ensure QIR system is being implemented.
• Input to the monthly report and sponsor meeting.
• Consults with PM Construction Group Sponsor on matters relating to PMG’s construction management procedures and processes.
• Responsible for all technical communication to client, designers, contractors and others.

Commercial

• In conjunction with the contract administrator ensure PM Cost and Change Control system are in place and being adhered to by all of the CM Team
• Ensure non approved additional work is not being undertaken.
• Reviews changes for commercial and schedule impact to the programme.
• Monitors Payments to contractors is in line with progress on site.
• Inputs to Monthly Cost Report project reports.
• Inputs to Project Close-out report.

BIM

• In conjunction with the Project Manager, where / if required, arrange for the implementation of the BIM Execution Plan for the construction phase of the project
• It is assumed that a stand-alone Construction BIM Execution Plan will not be required.

• At least 15 years' experience in the Construction Sector
• Proven experience in managing large-scale projects and teams
• Degree educated or exceptionally strong trades' background
• Previous experience with PM Group highly desirable