About MPH Construction
Founded over 50 years ago, MPH Construction has built an enviable reputation for quality and integrity within the construction industry. We are a leading construction company operating throughout Wales and the Northwest of England.
A strong commitment to quality is embedded throughout the company and is clearly demonstrated by the calibre of our client base and the projects we have successfully delivered. We have extensive experience across a range of sectors, including industrial, rail, education, aerospace, hospitality, and buildings maintenance.
To find out more about us, please visit www.mphconstruction.co.uk.
Join MPH Construction Ltd
MPH Construction Ltd is looking to recruit an experienced Rail Site Manager to join our growing rail division based in South Wales.
This is an excellent opportunity to become part of an expanding business delivering a diverse range of construction, civil engineering and building projects across the rail network for Network Rail, Transport for Wales and other key rail clients.
Working as part of our South Wales delivery team, you will be responsible for managing projects safely from inception through to completion, ensuring works are delivered on time, within budget and to the highest standards of quality.
The Role
As Rail Site Manager you will take responsibility for the day-to-day management of rail construction projects including:
- Station improvements and refurbishment works
- Buildings and structures
- Minor civil engineering works
- Platform works
- Drainage and fencing
- Security and SISS installations
- Reactive maintenance and planned framework projects
Key Responsibilities
- Manage projects safely from start through to completion.
- Deliver projects in accordance with programme, budget and specification.
- Lead and coordinate site teams, subcontractors and suppliers.
- Ensure compliance with Network Rail, Transport for Wales and company standards.
- Produce and review construction programmes, RAMS and site documentation.
- Maintain excellent Health, Safety, Environmental and Quality performance.
- Monitor project progress and report to the Contracts Manager.
- Identify risks and manage project constraints.
- Manage site records, permits, inspections and quality assurance documentation.
- Liaise with clients, designers, CREs, CEMs and framework delivery teams.
- Promote a positive safety culture across all projects.
Projects will typically be delivered during day shifts, night shifts and weekend possessions throughout South Wales.
The Ideal Candidate will have:
- At least 5 years' experience managing construction projects within the rail industry.
- Experience working for a Principal Contractor delivering Network Rail or Transport for Wales projects.
- Excellent organisational and leadership skills.
- A proactive approach to safety, quality and customer satisfaction.
- Experience managing subcontractors, direct labour and client interfaces.
The successful candidate will be:
- A confident leader with excellent communication skills.
- Highly organised and capable of managing multiple projects.
- Commercially aware with strong problem-solving skills.
- Customer focused and committed to delivering high-quality workmanship.
- Flexible to workdays, nights and weekends where project requirements dictate.
- Based within, or willing to travel throughout, South Wales.
Essential Qualifications
- SMSTS
- CSCS Managers Card
- First Aid at Work
- Full UK Driving Licence
Desirable Qualifications
- Personal Track Safety (PTS)
- COSS
- Temporary Works Coordinator
- NRSWA Supervisor
- IOSH or NEBOSH
- Experience of Network Rail standards and procedures
What We Offer
- Competitive salary (dependent upon experience)
- Company vehicle or vehicle allowance
- Company pension
- Ongoing training and professional development
- Long-term career progression within a growing rail business
- Opportunity to work on prestigious rail infrastructure frameworks
- A supportive and collaborative working environment
Why Join MPH Construction?
MPH Construction has built an excellent reputation for safely delivering construction and infrastructure projects throughout the UK. As our rail business continues to grow, this is an exciting opportunity to join a professional and ambitious team working on long-term framework contracts across South Wales.
If you're looking to develop your career with a company that values its people and invests in their future, we'd love to hear from you.
Pay: From £45,000.00 per year
Licence/Certification:
- Driving Licence (required)
- CSCS (required)
- First Aid Certification (required)
- SMSTS (required)
Work Location: On the road
