Construction Manager
Location: Oslo, with site visits required
Contract duration: 24 -month contract - PAYE
Project: Green Hydrogen (energy transition)
Recruitment Partner: Airswift
Airswift Recruiter: Robert Caldwell
Keywords: Construction Management, Civil Engineering & Primavera
Our Company
One of the largest Engineering design, Procurement and Construction Management companies in the world employing 50,000 people across the globe and provides project delivery and consulting services to the resources and energy sectors, and complex process industries.
We partner with our customers to deliver projects and create value over the life of their portfolio of assets. We solve complex problems by finding integrated data-centric solutions from the first stages of consulting and engineering to installation and commissioning, to the last stages of decommissioning and remediation.
As a global leading provider of engineering, procurement and construction management expertise to the energy, chemicals, and resources sectors, we are proud to be able to expand our team in Oslo, Norway and we are global partners with Airswift who support and deliver our recruitment needs.
We are currently recruiting for a Construction Manager to be placed in Oslo, with some visits required to Svelgen, in Western Norway and would be on a 24-month contract with the possibility of extension. The main function is to be responsible for overseeing and managing all aspects of construction projects, ensuring they are completed safely, on time, and within budget.
Responsibilities
- Develop project plans, schedules, and budgets in collaboration with the project team. The Construction Manager will lead the construction department in the execution of the project.
- Coordinate and manage all onshore construction activities, including resource allocation, material procurement, and subcontractor management.
- Monitor project progress and ensure adherence to established timelines and quality standards.
- Implement and enforce safety protocols and procedures to maintain a safe work environment.
- Ensure compliance with all relevant regulations, codes, and standards governing construction activities.
- Conduct regular site inspections and audits to identify and mitigate potential hazards or risks.
- Lead, motivate, and manage onshore construction teams to achieve project objectives.
- Provide guidance and support to team members, fostering a culture of collaboration and accountability.
- Resolve conflicts and address performance issues in a timely and effective manner.
- Serve as the primary point of contact for stakeholders, including clients, contractors, and regulatory agencies.
- Communicate project status updates, milestones, and issues to stakeholders in a clear and timely manner.
- Facilitate meetings and discussions to ensure alignment and consensus among project stakeholders.
Skills / Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering, Construction Management, or related field (Master's degree preferred).
- Ideally have Norwegian language skills.
- Proven experience in onshore construction management in Norway and civil construction, with a track record of successfully delivering projects on time and within budget.
- Proven background working in a high-risk environment.
- Experience executing projects in Norway.
- Background working for large construction projects.
- Strong knowledge of construction methodologies, techniques, and best practices.
- Excellent leadership and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively manage teams and build relationships with stakeholders.
- Proficiency in project management tools and software (e.g., Primavera P6, Microsoft Project).
- Certification in construction management or related field (e.g., PMP, CMIT) is desirable.
- Demonstrated commitment to safety, quality, and environmental sustainability.
The next step
We have an exceptional team in place, and we are pleased to be able to appoint a further person to our growing business. We are aware that you may not ‘tick all the boxes’, but if you believe you can genuinely offer some valuable skills and experience to our business, please in the first instance contact our recruitment partner Airswift.
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Oslo, Norway
