Join Our Team at Sir Robert McAlpine!
Are you ready to take on an exciting challenge? Sir Robert McAlpine is gearing up for a major construction programme in Port Talbot, South Wales, and we want you to be a part of it! Over the next 3 to 4 years, we will be involved in heavy construction and civil engineering works across various industrial fronts, starting with enabling works in Q3 2025.
Your Opportunity
If you are an experienced Works Supervisor with a background in large multi-million-pound projects, this is your chance to join our dynamic team. You will be working on a complex and technically challenging project valued at over £200 million, all under the NEC form of contract.
Why Join Us?
At Sir Robert McAlpine, we have a proud legacy of building iconic landmarks across the UK, including:
* The Eden Project in Cornwall
* The Wales Millennium Centre
* Birmingham's Bull Ring
* London's Emirates Stadium
By joining us now, you can contribute to the next generation of outstanding projects that will continue our 155-year legacy. As a family-owned business, we offer you the opportunity to achieve more in your career while proudly building Britain's future heritage.
Key Responsibilities
* Lead the planning function across one of the project's primary areas.
* Identify planning strategies, methods, and logistics required throughout the project lifecycle.
* Create detailed programmes with robust breakdown structures and engaging visuals.
* Define work with precision and ensure a clear logical flow.
* Develop phasing diagrams, logistics plans, and resource/plant histograms.
* Establish certainty in progress to shape future actions.
* Enhance predictability with robust project controls.
* Utilize data to support decision-making and mitigate project risks.
* Communicate effectively with stakeholders, project teams, customers, and supply chain partners.
* Consider commercial and contractual implications in planning and scheduling.
* Foster collaboration across project teams.
Your Profile
Essential Skills & Experience:
* Experience managing planning on complex projects.
* Strong understanding of the NEC form of contract.
* Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
* Solid grasp of construction methods and planning from first principles.
* Proficient in Powerproject planning software.
Desirable Skills:
* Experience in the industrial sector is highly advantageous.
* Ability to lead and mentor planning team members.
* Good understanding of 4D planning and digital technologies.
* Experience with Construction Management (CM) projects.
Additional Attributes:
* A passion for innovation and driving planning initiatives.
* Proven experience in pre-contract planning.
Rewards
We are committed to investing in you and your future! Our competitive rewards packages include flexible benefits tailored to fit your lifestyle and priorities, along with performance-related progression opportunities.
Join Us!
We would love for you to be part of our journey in building Britain's future heritage. Apply online now!
At Sir Robert McAlpine, we are dedicated to being an inclusive employer. Even if you don’t meet every single requirement, we encourage you to apply, especially if you belong to a group that is under-represented in construction. Our goal is to reflect the diversity of the working population in society. As a family-run business with strong family values, we strive to create a supportive, empowering, and inclusive environment for every member of our team.