Construction Assurance Manager

Associated British Ports

. Undertake site inspections, assurance visits and construction compliance reviews across the regional project portfolio .

Posted 10/28/2026full-timeIpswich • United KingdomMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

Role fit

Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in construction compliance, quality assurance, and project governance, with a strong understanding of CDM Regulations 2015 and experience in client-side roles. Proficient in conducting site inspections, audits, and managing construction quality while effectively communicating findings to stakeholders.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Construction Delivery ExperienceCDM Regulations 2015 UnderstandingSite Inspections and Quality AuditsNEC Supervisor ExperienceStrong Written Reporting Skills

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Hard Skills

Construction Compliance ReviewsQuality InspectionsAssurance VisitsPerformance MonitoringDefects TestingCommissioningHandover ProceduresAction Trackers ManagementPeriodic ReportingClient-Side Capacity Experience

Soft Skills

Communication SkillsInfluencing Skills

Certifications & Qualifications

Full UK Driving LicenceBPSS Screening Consent

Industry Keywords

EngineeringInfrastructureMarinePropertyIndustrialOperational EnvironmentsNEC Contract Understanding

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Undertake site inspections, assurance visits and construction compliance reviews across the regional project portfolio
Verify works are delivered in accordance with approved designs, specifications, standards and contract requirements
Support ABP in discharging its Client duties under CDM 2015
Review the effectiveness of project CDM arrangements
Check that appointed duty holders are fulfilling their responsibilities
Undertake construction quality inspections, surveillance and audits
Act as ABP’s NEC Supervisor where formally appointed under the relevant contract
Maintain assurance records, inspection reports and action trackers
Prepare periodic construction assurance reports for project governance and senior management
Manage Site Supervisors on larger construction projects
Cover project works at Kings Lynn, Lowestoft and Ipswich

Requirements

What you’ll need

Construction delivery, inspection or assurance experience in engineering, infrastructure, marine, property, industrial or operational environments
Strong understanding of CDM Regulations 2015 and the Client role
Experience acting in a client-side capacity
Experience of site inspections, quality audits, assurance reviews or Clerk of Works style duties
Understanding of construction quality, defects, testing, commissioning and handover
Experience of contractor assurance and performance monitoring
Strong written reporting, communication and influencing skills
Experience acting as, or supporting, an NEC Supervisor (ideal)
NEC contract understanding (ideal)
Full UK Driving Licence
Ability to travel across the region, including 2–3 days at a time based from Kings Lynn or Lowestoft
Successful candidates must undergo pre-employment BPSS screening
Successful candidates must consent to random substance-abuse screening and complete a pre-start medical

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive salary and benefits package
Contributory pension from day one: 3% employee contribution with 5% company match, up to 18% combined
Private healthcare/private health insurance
Employee Assistance Program
26 days annual leave plus bank holidays
Option to purchase additional annual leave days
Discounts and cashback with high street and online retailers
Training, personal development and further education support
Dedicated management and leadership support and engagement
In-house training academy with ongoing development opportunities
Inclusive work environment