Title:  Principal Construction Manager

Exciting opportunity for a highly motivated Principal Construction Manager to join our dynamic team on the Area 12 Maintenance & Response (M&R) contract.

Collaborating closely with our client National Highways, Amey takes pride in delivering high‑quality Maintenance and Response services across the Yorkshire and North Humberside network. The value of the contract is worth £50 million per annum.

Our responsibilities encompass all routine and cyclic maintenance operations on the trunk roads and motorways within the Area 12 estate, supporting the safe operation and resilience of a significant and complex strategic road network.

This pivotal role and a key Senior Management Team member will be responsible for overseeing the scheme delivery of a diverse portfolio of Highways and Civils projects, from inception through to completion, totalling £20 million per annum. The role requires strong leadership, robust project and financial management, and a high level of technical expertise in engineering and health and safety.

In addition, the role includes leading the effective management and continuous improvement of depots and facilities, ensuring they are compliant, efficient, and fully aligned to support both operational and project delivery requirements. You will play a crucial role in maintaining the safety, quality, and reliability of the road network for road users and stakeholders.

The standard hours of work are 37.5 hours Monday – Friday

What You’ll Do:

Health, Safety, Environment and Compliance

• Overall accountability for compliance with health, safety and environmental legislation, CDM Regulations, client standards and Amey governance
• Ensure depots and facilities operate as safe workplaces, including effective management of traffic, pedestrians, plant, substances and welfare
• Champion a strong safety leadership culture across construction, maintenance and depot operations

Delivery and Performance

• Deliver the Area 12 works and services in line with the client’s programme, budget and performance requirements
• Ensure construction and maintenance activities cause minimum disruption to the travelling public
• Drive “right first time” delivery and eliminate avoidable delays across all operational activities

Facilities and Depot Management (Overall Accountability)

• Hold overall responsibility for the management, performance and compliance of all Area 12 depots and operational facilities
• Ensure depots are fit for purpose, operationally efficient and capable of supporting 24/7 M&R and winter service delivery
• Oversee:
• Planned and reactive maintenance of buildings, yards and infrastructure
• Statutory inspections, testing and assurance (e.g. electrical, lifting equipment, fire safety, drainage, fuel systems)
• Depot layout, traffic management, segregation and welfare standards
• Environmental compliance including drainage, pollution prevention and waste management
• Ensure clear accountability and effective interfaces between facilities management, depot management and operational teams

Resource and People Management

• Accountable for the control and deployment of all associated people, plant, labour and materials (P, L, M)
• Ensure effective allocation, utilisation and recording of resources through project and corporate systems
• Lead, develop and support direct reports ensuring competence, succession and performance management

Commercial and Client Management

• Ensure projects and services are delivered to time and budget in line with contractual commitments
• Oversee measurement, valuation and financial control of works and facilities-related expenditure
• Maintain strong, collaborative relationships with the Client, Supply Chain and internal stakeholders
• Ensure client objectives and outcomes are achieved through robust processes and performance measurement

Design, Assurance and Continuous Improvement

• Review design and contractual options during development to optimise buildability, safety and whole-life value
• Review the success of solutions and depot arrangements, capturing lessons learned and improvement actions
• Drive continuous improvement across construction delivery, depot operations and facilities management

Why Join Us?

At Amey, we don’t just offer jobs, we offer opportunities to build fulfilling careers. As one of the top 1% of employers recognised by Investors in People, we are committed to your professional growth and wellbeing. Here’s what you can expect when you join our team:

• Competitive Salary: Enjoy a competitive annual salary with the potential for yearly reviews to ensure you’re rewarded for your contributions.
• Career Growth: Propel your career with clear, dynamic advancement opportunities to roles
• Training Opportunities: Unlock your potential with comprehensive training tailored to your growth.
• Personal Development Opportunities: Advance your personal growth through mentorship and access to our award-winning programs like our Leadership Development, Women@Amey, and Multicultural Leadership programs.
• Pension: Benefit from a generous pension scheme with company contributions for your future peace of mind.
• Holidays: Enjoy at least 24 days of holiday plus bank holidays, and the opportunity to buy further 5 days! Giving you plenty of time to relax and recharge.
• Flexible Benefits: Customise your benefits package with options like additional leave, cycle-to-work schemes, charitable giving, and gym memberships.
• Exclusive Discounts: Access our online portal filled with discounts from leading retailers, healthcare services, and more, helping you save on the things that matter.
• Social Impact: Take part in our community initiatives with 2x paid volunteering days a year, plus other opportunities to support fundraising and local projects.

What You’ll Bring:

• HND/HND in Civil Engineering or related discipline, with substantial experience in highways maintenance and response on the Strategic Road Network
• Professionally qualified or working towards ICE membership (IEng / CEng preferred)
• SMSTS – essential
• CSCS Card at Manager or Professionally Qualified Person (PQP) level
• Strong working knowledge of CDM Regulations (2015) and Principal Contractor duties
• Proven understanding of National Highways maintenance standards, including DMRB, MCHW and Chapter 8
• Experience working under NEC contracts (NEC3 / NEC4) in an M&R environment

Skills

• Leadership and stakeholder management
• Programme and resource management
• Risk and change management
• Commercial and financial awareness
• Facilities and asset management oversight

Experience

• Senior leadership within highways construction and/or maintenance
• Management of depots, yards or operational facilities in a safety-critical environment
• Delivery of complex, multi-site contracts

If you’re ready to make a meaningful impact on our business and contribute to a shared, sustainable future, we invite you to join us in advancing our strategy and driving positive change.

Application Guidance

At Amey, we value a culture ff diversity and inclusion. We encourage applications from individuals who are passionate about making a positive impact, no matter their background, gender, race, or personal circumstances. We believe everyone deserves the opportunity to shine.

As a Disability Confident leader, we’re proud to offer applicants with a disability an interview if they meet the minimum requirements for the role.

If you have any questions or need any adjustments during the recruitment process, don’t hesitate to reach out to recruitment team at peopleservices@amey.co.uk

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