Synthomer is a leading supplier of high-performance, highly specialised polymers and ingredients that play vital roles in key sectors such as coatings, construction, adhesives, and health and protection – growing markets that serve billions of end users worldwide. Headquartered in London, UK and publicly listed there since 1971, we employ c.3,900 employees across our 5 innovation centres of excellence and more than 29 manufacturing sites across Europe, North America and Asia. Around 20% of our sales volumes are from new and patent protected products.

At our innovation centres of excellence in the UK, Germany, China, Malaysia and Ohio, USA we collaborate closely with our customers to develop new products and enhance existing ones tailored to their needs, with an increasing range of sustainability benefits. Since 2021, we have been proud holders of the London Stock Exchange Green Economy Mark, which recognises green technology businesses making a significant contribution to a more sustainable, low-carbon economy.

The Construction Manager supports capital and maintenance projects at the Synthomer Jefferson Hills chemical manufacturing facility. This role works closely with the Project Manager, Engineering, Maintenance, Operations, and contracted service providers to ensure all construction activities are executed safely, efficiently, and to Synthomer’s quality and compliance standards. The Construction Manager oversees day‑to‑day construction execution, coordinates contractors, and resolves issues to keep projects on schedule and within scope.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Project Design & Planning Support

Assist the Project Manager during the design phase of assigned projects.
Work with drafting and engineering teams to resolve design issues as they arise.
Support development and review of bid packages for contractors and service providers.

Procurement & Materials Coordination

Request and sign out any Synthomer‑supplied materials, tools, or parts required for construction activities.
Verify that all necessary materials are staged and available prior to construction start.

Cross‑Functional Communication

Coordinate early with Maintenance Planners and Schedulers for support
Serve as the liaison between contractors and plant Operations to maintain clear communication and minimize production impacts.

Contractor Management

Escort contractors to the appropriate unit(s) and ensure they are placed on proper permits before beginning work.
Monitor contractor activities to ensure they are working safely and in compliance with Synthomer policies and industry best practices.
Ensure contractor work meets quality expectations and is aligned with project specifications.

Construction Oversight & Issue Resolution

Manage daily construction progress from mobilization through project completion.
Assess any issues that arise in the field; solve directly when possible or escalate to appropriate personnel.
Investigate root causes of problems—such as comparing fabricated components to design drawings—to determine corrective actions.
Ensure timely resolution of conflicts and maintain strong communication between stakeholders.

Project Completion

Oversee construction through final installation, testing, and turnover.
Confirm that all work is complete, safe, and consistent with design documents and plant standards.

QUALIFICATIONS

Experience in industrial construction, chemical manufacturing, or related field
Strong understanding of construction safety practices and permit systems
Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and specifications
Excellent coordination, communication, and problem‑solving skills
Experience working with contractors and multi‑disciplinary project teams

Global Benefits Overview

Competitive, market-aligned compensation
Discretionary global bonus scheme
Discretionary Long-Term Incentive Plan (LTIP) – for senior positions
Company car or car allowance – varies by region and role
Healthcare – tailored to regional locations
Parental leave and family support – maternity, paternity, adoption (aligned with regional policies)

Working options – flexibility where it matters, based on role and business needs

Learning & development opportunities – training, online platforms, buddy/mentorship programs, Internal Synthomer University with L&D offers
Wellbeing support – employee assistance program (EAP), mental health resources, wellbeing initiatives
Retirement / pension contributions – plans vary by country
Culture of Inclusion – where everyone can thrive
Performance culture, global reward & recognition programmes

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