Deputy Construction Manager (Interim Infrastructure)

Description

• Provides expert guidance on construction management and overall project delivery matters.
• Acts as the delegate for the Construction Manager when required, ensuring continuity in the oversight and coordination of construction activities.
• Assists in design management efforts to confirm alignment with procurement and construction requirements.
• Collaborates with the contractor’s construction management team to ensure effective and aligned project execution.
• Oversees post-construction activities to ensure a smooth transition to operations and performs warranty reviews.
• Coordinates with safety, quality assurance, and inspection teams to uphold project standards.
• Contributes to claims analysis and provides recommendations for resolution strategies.
• Leads the owner’s oversight of construction coordination and inspection activities.
• Manages the owner’s construction management team, including the Deputy Construction Manager and Construction Inspectors, within the sub-program.
• Supports financial processes, including review of contractor applications for payment and invoicing.
• Tracks construction progress and schedule performance, producing regular status reports.
• Supports the Construction Manager in executing responsibilities across all aspects of project delivery, including the following key functions:
• Monitors contractor activities to assess compliance with technical specifications and project requirements.
• Participates in design-phase reviews, including constructability assessments, scope validation, and value engineering.

Requirements

• Solid technical knowledge across all project phases—design, planning, construction, operations, and maintenance—with a preference for large-scale programs or projects.
• Demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education may be considered.
• Airfield Electrical;
• Strong stakeholder engagement and communication skills, including experience facilitating meetings and workshops with diverse stakeholder groups.
• Proven ability to generate reporting that supports effective and timely decision-making.
• Typically has a minimum of 10 years of professional experience in construction management.
• A minimum of 5 years of on-site experience in complex, highly regulated operational environments.
• University Degree + 6 years of relevant experience in construction management on large airport projects or equivalent infrastructure programs.
• At least 5 years of experience on major airport projects or comparable large-scale infrastructure programs.

Benefits

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance