Job Title: Construction Safety Manager Location: Stevenage, SG1 2NY Salary: Up to £100,000 per annum plus bonus and company car Role Overview A major construction programme is being delivered at a large research and development campus in Stevenage as part of a wider estate transformation strategy. The programme includes refit, restacking and enabling works across multiple buildings and will be delivered over a 3–5 year period. The Construction Safety Manager (CSM) forms part of the Construction Technical Authority (CTA) and plays a key role in ensuring that construction projects are delivered safely, in compliance with organisational standards, regulatory requirements, and industry best practices. The role provides construction safety oversight, coordination and technical guidance across all project phases, working closely with internal teams, contractors and consultants to ensure safe and compliant delivery. Key Responsibilities Construction Safety Oversight Monitor contractor compliance with EHS requirements through meetings, audits and inspections. Review and oversee Permit to Work (PTW) processes and site safety arrangements. Implement site-specific safety rules and contractor safety oversight plans. Planning & Design Support Support constructability reviews and provide input into construction execution strategies. Identify potential safety or construction risks early in the project lifecycle. Provide input on permitting, regulatory requirements and safety planning. Procurement & Contractor Management Contribute to procurement strategies ensuring safety requirements are embedded in contracts. Support contractor prequalification and evaluate contractor EHS systems and safety performance. Participate in bid evaluations and post-project reviews. EHS Planning Support development and review of preliminary Construction Safety Plans. Define EHS responsibility boundaries across project stakeholders. Coordinate pre-construction EHS information with design teams. Incident Management Support or lead incident investigations and root cause analysis where required. Track corrective actions and promote continuous safety improvement. Project Close-Out Support safe handover of completed works. Ensure appropriate documentation and transfer of EHS responsibilities. Person Specification Education Degree (or equivalent) in Construction Management, Engineering, or Construction EHS. Experience Experience managing safety on large-scale construction projects. Strong knowledge of construction safety regulations and industry standards. Experience working with multiple contractors in complex project environments. Background in audits, inspections and incident investigations. Skills Strong communication and stakeholder management skills. Ability to coordinate across multidisciplinary teams. Strong analytical and problem-solving capability. Why Sodexo?: Working with Sodexo is more than a job; it’s a chance to be part of something greater. Belongin a company and team that values you for you. Actwith purpose and have an impact through your everyday actions. Thrivein your own way. We also offer a range of perks, rewards and benefits for our colleagues and their families: Unlimited access to an online platform offering wellbeing support An extensive Employee Assistance Programme to help with everyday issues or life's larger problems, including legal and financial advice, support with work or personal issues impacting your wellbeing Access to a 24hr virtual GP Service Sodexo Discounts Scheme, offering great deals 24/7 across popular big-brand retailers Save for your future by becoming a member of the Pension Plan Opportunities to enable colleagues to grow and succeed throughout their career at Sodexo, including a variety of learning and development tools Bike to Work Scheme to help colleagues to do their bit for the environment whilst keeping fit Sodexo UK and Irelands enhanced benefits and leave policies Ready to be part of something greater? Join a team that values you for being you. Sodexo reserves the right to close this advert early if we are in receipt of a high number of applications