Construction Assurance Manager

Base Location: Reading, Slough, West London, Oxford, Swindon, Melksham, Portsmouth, Bournemouth, New Forest, Salisbury, Andover

Salary: £58,630 - £68,098 + car / car allowance + a range of benefits to support your finances, wellbeing and family.

Working Pattern: Permanent | Full Time | Flexible First options available

The role

As a Construction Assurance Manager reporting to the Project Director, you will be influential in maintaining the highest standards of safety and quality across our construction projects.

You are expected to lead with authority and ensure compliance with construction phase plans, project quality plans, legislation, and standards, promoting a culture of excellence and continual improvement. This role is critical in delivering substantial contributions to our net-zero future, offering vast scope for leadership and innovation.

You will

- Ensure site works are executed safely, adhering to construction phase plans and SSEN procedures. Verify that all site works are in line with project quality plans following SSEN standards and construction specifications, addressing defects prior to handover.

- Proactively identify and minimise issues affecting project cost or schedule, ensuring clear and consistent communication.

- Act as NEC Supervisor, managing construction defects and quality matters effectively and assess and report construction non-compliances, ensuring compliance with our governance procedures.

- Identify and implement business improvements, promoting innovation.

- Build meaningful relationships with contractors and stakeholders, benefiting project delivery.

You have

- An Engineering qualification and significant construction delivery experience in an infrastructure or similar environment.

- An in-depth understanding of construction, quality assurance, construction interface management, and multi-contract delivery with proven ability to undertake the NEC Supervisor role, manage construction contracts, quality defects remedies, project quality plans, and test witnessing.

- Experience in construction health and safety legislation and a working knowledge of the Construction (Design and Management) Regulations 2015.

- Experience in managing contractual defects and proficient in producing progress reports on project compliance.

- Exceptional organisational, communication, conflict resolution, and project planning skills, with the ability to prioritise effectively.

- Experience of electrical substations, cables or overhead lines at voltages of 11kV and higher is beneficial, although we are happy to accept applications from candidates who can bring valuable experience and knowledge from other sectors.

About SSE

SSE has a bold ambition – to be a leading energy company in a net zero world. We're transforming the grid to provide greener electricity for millions of people and investing over £20 billion in homegrown energy, with £20 billion more in the pipeline.

SSEN Distribution, part of the wider SSE group, powers 3.9 million UK homes and businesses. Our team of more than 4,200 skilled engineers, customer service advisors and energy experts keep customers connected to a safe, reliable supply of electricity while investing in and developing the flexible networks needed for our low carbon future.

Flexible benefits to fit your life

Enjoy discounts on private healthcare and gym memberships. Wellbeing benefits like a free online GP and 24/7 counselling service. Interest-free loans on tech and transport season tickets, or a new bike with our Cycle to Work scheme. As well as generous family entitlements such as maternity and adoption pay, and paternity leave.

Work with an equal opportunity employer

SSE will make any reasonable adjustments you need to ensure that your application and experience with us is positive. Please contact Fiona on fiona.smith@sse.com / 01738 340954 to discuss how we can support you.

We're dedicated to fostering an open and inclusive workplace where people from all backgrounds can thrive. We create equal opportunities for everyone to succeed and especially welcome applications from those who may not be well represented in our workforce or industry.

Ready to apply?

Start your online application using the Apply Now box on this page. We only accept applications made online. We'll be in touch after the closing date to let you know if we'll be taking your application further. If you're offered a role with SSE, you'll need to complete a criminality check and a credit check before you start work.

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