Job Title
Construction Manager - CAPEX Delivery
Location
Royston
Overview
World‑changing careers, enabled by Johnson Matthey. With more than 200 years of history, join us and help accelerate the transition to net‑zero! As a Construction Manager, you will contribute to JM’s mission as a world leader in sustainable technology, transforming energy and reducing carbon emissions for a cleaner, brighter future.
The Role
As a Construction Manager, you will lead the safe planning and execution of construction activities across multiple CapEx projects, managing contractors on site, ensuring compliance with JM policies, CDM regulations, and all statutory requirements. You will review and approve RAMS, permits to work, and construction readiness documentation, oversee construction progress, quality inspections, and completion sign‑off, including punch‑list control. You will coordinate daily and weekly site meetings, toolbox talks, and contractor performance reviews, supporting project delivery through construction planning, scheduling, risk management, and cost awareness. You will manage brownfield construction interfaces, shutdown activities, and tie‑ins in live operational environments, working closely with project managers, engineers, SHE teams, and operations to ensure a smooth transition from construction to commissioning and handover.
Key Responsibilities
* Lead the safe planning and execution of construction activities across multiple CapEx projects.
* Manage contractors on site, ensuring compliance with JM policies, CDM regulations, and all statutory requirements.
* Review and approve RAMS, permits to work, and construction readiness documentation.
* Oversee construction progress, quality inspections, and completion sign‑off, including punch‑list control.
* Coordinate daily and weekly site meetings, toolbox talks, and contractor performance reviews.
* Support project delivery through construction planning, scheduling, risk management, and cost awareness.
* Manage brownfield construction interfaces, shutdown activities, and tie‑ins in live operational environments.
* Work closely with project managers, engineers, SHE teams, and operations to ensure smooth transition from construction to commissioning and handover.
Essential
Your Skills & Experience
* Proven experience managing construction activities on engineering or industrial projects.
* Strong understanding of construction safety, permit‑to‑work systems, and contractor supervision.
* Experience in brownfield construction environments, including shutdowns and live‑plant work.
* Ability to coordinate multi‑discipline teams and manage multiple contractors simultaneously.
* Knowledge of construction QA/QC, installation standards, and documentation control.
Desirable
* Experience in chemical, metals, or high‑hazard/COMAH environments.
* Knowledge of CDM, DSEAR, ATEX, PUWER, and relevant British Standards.
* Experience working within a structured stage‑gate project delivery framework.
What We Offer
We make sure salaries are fair, competitive and aligned to individual roles, experience and responsibilities. We are also supportive of hybrid and flexible working and, where applicable, offer life, medical and other benefits that support our employees’ financial and physical wellbeing.
* Retirement savings
* Share plans
* Saving accounts
* House saving funds
* Life and disability insurance
* Commuter allowances and loans
* Medical plans / health assessments
* Fitness discounts
Inclusive Environment
At JM, inclusivity is central to our values. We create an environment where everyone can thrive, embracing diverse perspectives to tackle challenges and ensure all colleagues feel valued and connected.
Contact & Application
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