Air Products is a world leading industrial gas company providing all sort of gases used in daily life. The Energy transition and Sustainability are key elements of our strategy. We manage projects in carbon capture and operate the world’s largest gasification projects. We invest in the production and distribution of green- and blue hydrogen and are developing a Hydrogen for mobility infrastructure by building and operating Hydrogen fuel stations. With our 23,000 employees globally, we reimagine what’s possible. Our higher purpose is to bring people together to collaborate and innovate solutions to the world’s most significant energy and environmental challenges. We do this by putting safety first, making sure we all belong and matter having a diverse and inclusive environment and building tomorrow. We are currently looking for an experienced Site Construction Manager to join our highly motived team of permanent staff employees. This role will be based in our European Head Office in Hersham, Surrey initially for 6-8 months then move to the site location in Immingham, North-East Lincs for at least 2 years. The role of Site Construction Manager is to ensure the efficient and effective execution on site during the Construction phase of regional on-site EPC projects, and to provide support during the Commissioning phase. This is managed through development of the Overall Construction Strategy and Deployment of Construction Staff on the Project, as well as support of engineering design development. This is primarily a site-based role but will include a period of time in a head office environment working on front end project development such as contract strategies, planning and constructability. The ability to communicate with key stakeholders both at site and in a H ead O ffice environment is a key attribute for the role. Your profile: Skills / Qualifications
Demonstrable experience as a Construction Manage r and i t is a distinct advantage if the candidate has extensive experience in construction site leadership roles delivering major EPC capital projects valued £100 to £500million in industrial gases or associated industries such as Oil & Gas.
Demonstrate experience with directly managing multi-discipline site teams of up to 50 people
Proven ability to communicate effectively at all levels both within and outside of the organisation.
An experienced leader and developer of teams, with a proven ability to lead, engage and motivate the team.
Demonstrate ability to understand importance of monitoring contractor performance by use of key performance indicators (KPI) and being able to report clearly site progress and performance to senior management.
Working knowledge of relevant legislation, codes and standards with the ability to manage contractors.
Recent on-shore Petrochemical and Oil & Gas experience previous experience on ASU Plants would be advantageous.
Knowledge of UK contractor capabilities.
Established networks and historical relationships.
Knowledge of UK labour force.
Knowledge of UK CDM regulations.
Knowledge of specific UK industrial relations (IR) challenges.
Ideally, degree qualified or with Technically qualified / time served trades person with trade registrations / vocational qualifications.
Demonstrable experience of managing large site teams .
Demonstrate ability to understand importance of monitoring contractor performance by use of key performance indicators (KPI) and being able to report clearly site progress and performance to senior management.
Computer literate (MS Office components)
Use of and familiarity with process and safety tools such as P&ID’s and HAZOPs.
Understanding of typical design datasheet/drawings and familiar with General design/construction standards in Mechanical /E&I field which can be related to those generated by Air Products.
Proven Construction Safety experience and knowledge, covering key area’s such as Lifting and Cranage, working at heights and Fall Arrest, Confined Space entry, Hot Work, Oxygen cleaning and inspection, pneumatic pressure testing .
Change Management processes and implementation .
Project costing skills for evaluation and managing constructability .
Project planning skills .
Construction control systems .
Demonstrable Self Starter attributes.
Construction Contracting experience / Contract Management.
Experience of turnkey construction scope including installation of equipment and packages, interconnecting pipework and instrument / electrical cable, infrastructure/utilities scope, tie ins, pipeline networks.
Experience in project definition stage constructability work
Experience with Completions Systems (desirable – Go Completions)
Experience with Advanced Work Packs Methodology
Ability to perform and maintain deadlines under pressure
Positive “can do” attitude & strong work ethic.
Excellent communication skills. Excellent English (spoken and written)
What’s in it for you! As a strong global business, Air Products affords employees the opportunity and freedom to move between roles, countries, and specialisms to find the right career path for them. We offer:
Flexibility - we understand everyone has commitments outside of work and offer flexible work arrangements to help you manage all those commitments. Depending on your job or location, several options are available.
Learning and development opportunities – providing resources and tools to help you realize your full potential.
A competitive salary – that recognizes the experience, skills, and abilities you bring to the company.
A committed approach to sustainability – giving you peace of mind that you are working for a business that cares deeply about the environment and has set related performance goals.
A positive experience – from recruitment to onboarding, development, and retirement. You will know you belong and matter at every stage.
