Role overview

Location: Newcastle - NE6 2YL

Salary: Competitive + Car allowance

Working Hours: Monday - Friday, 8am-5pm

Contract type: 6-month FTC

Benefits: Car Allowance, Private Healthcare, 25 days holidays + Bank holidays, Health Cash Plan, Discount Shopping, Gym, Days Out, Learning & Development opportunities, Paid Volunteering Days, plus many more. (Amend as necessary)

About EMCOR UK:

At EMCOR UK, we revolutionise facilities management by combining our engineering heritage and innovation capability. We prioritise people in everything we do, collaborating closely with our customers to understand all their needs, from the big picture to day-to-day operations. Our purpose is to "create a better world at work". Using our unique insight platform, "One Data World," we harness data-driven intelligence to make informed decisions, adapting our services to meet our customers' evolving requirements. This allows us to cultivate an enhanced workplace experience for their teams whilst optimising efficiency, meticulously managing every asset, and minimising their impact on the planet. All supported by our commitment to safety, compliance, and assurance. Our partnering approach empowers our customers to shape a better future. Whether guiding their path to net zero or redeveloping their facilities for enhanced efficiency, we create better places for work whilst taking away the burden of facility operations, freeing up our customers to concentrate on their business.

Job Purpose:

The construction manager's role is to manage and coordinate all on-site construction activities for MARCUS projects within an operational data centre environment. The Construction Manager will ensure safe, efficient, and compliant delivery of works, maintaining quality standards and meeting programme milestones while adhering to Google and EMCOR UK requirements.

Duties:

• Project Delivery:
  • Manage end-to-end delivery of MARCUS (Moves, Adds, Retrofits, Changes, Upgrades, and Security) projects.
  • Work with the EMCOR UK team to ensure adherence to project scope, schedule and budget
• Site Management & Leadership:
  • Oversee day-to-day construction activities, ensuring adherence to project plans and schedules.
  • Manage trade contractors and ensure compliance with site protocols.
• Health, Safety & Environment:
  • Enforce EHS standards, including LOTO procedures and permit-to-work systems.
  • Conduct regular site inspections and audits to maintain zero-harm culture.
• Programme & Quality Control:
  • Monitor progress against baseline schedule and critical path.
  • Implement quality assurance processes and rectify defects promptly.
• Coordination & Communication:
  • Chair weekly trade contractor meetings and monthly look-ahead sessions.
  • Liaise with Google DCS teams and internal stakeholders to resolve issues.
• Risk & Change Management:
  • Identify and mitigate construction risks.
  • Support change management process and maintain accurate records.
• Reporting:
  • Provide weekly look-ahead reports and updates on health, safety, quality, and progress.

About the role

Qualifications, Skills & Experience

• Proven experience managing data centre or critical infrastructure construction projects.
• Strong knowledge of construction methodologies, EHS compliance, and quality standards.
• Ability to interpret technical drawings and manage complex site logistics.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Relevant professional qualifications (e.g., SMSTS, CSCS Black Card).
• Degree or equivalent in Construction Management or related discipline (preferred).
• Experience working with G-Suite software (preferred)

Health & Safety

• Promote and enforce EMCOR UK and client safety standards.
• Drive continuous improvement in site safety performance.

At EMCOR UK, we embrace and celebrate diversity in all its forms.

We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and experiences, regardless of age, race, gender, sexual orientation, religion, disability, or any other characteristic that makes you unique. We believe that a diverse and inclusive workforce fosters creativity, innovation, and better problem-solving.

We encourage applications from all candidates and are committed to providing equal opportunities for employment and growth, supported by our inclusive policies and practices.

Join us in our endeavour to build a culture of mutual respect and equity, a place where every voice is heard, and every individual is championed.
Join us in building a better world at work.

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