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Construction Manager Heavy Civils ProgrammeQualifications, skills, and all relevant experience needed for this role can be found in the full description below.Location: DerbyType: PermanentSecurity Clearance: Must be eligible for MOD security clearanceOur client, a leading UK construction company, is seeking a skilled and proactive Construction Manager to join the delivery team on a major long-term infrastructure expansion at a high-security site in Derby.This is a multi-year, 150m+ programme, and youll act as the day-to-day site lead, working directly under the Project Director and liaising with client-side stakeholders. The works include complex groundworks, enabling infrastructure, utilities, and substructures all within a heavily regulated, live operational environment.The civils package is being delivered under an NEC Option E contract by a Tier 1 Subcontractor.Key ResponsibilitiesLead on-site delivery and act as the main interface between the civils delivery team and client-side representatives.Oversee groundworks and heavy civils works across a secure, regulated, live environment.Manage subcontractors, logistics, temporary works, and health & safety to ensure delivery to programme and quality standards.Monitor construction progress, labour/resource allocation, and risk; escalate issues to the Project Director as necessary.Maintain high safety and compliance standards, especially in line with MOD regulations and site-specific protocols.About YouDemonstrated experience in heavy civils and groundworks within complex infrastructure or secure environments.Previous senior site-based delivery role with a Tier 1 subcontractor or equivalent delivery partner.Practical, hands-on leadership style with sound understanding of temporary works, logistics, and construction health & safety.Familiarity with NEC contracts (particularly Option E) and use of relevant project planning tools.Qualifications:HND or equivalent construction-related qualification (preferred)SMSTSCSCS (NVQ Level 6 or above)IOSH Managing SafelyThis is a rare opportunity to play a key leadership role on one of the UKs most technically significant infrastructure programmes. Youll join a committed and expert team delivering work that truly makes a long-term impact in a secure, high-performance setting.