Lifting Operations Manager – Major £300m Construction Project

Location: Cardiff, South Wales
Job Title: Lifting Operations Manager
Sector: Construction / Major Projects
Project Value: £300 million

The Opportunity

We are seeking an experienced Lifting Operations Manager to join a major £300 million construction project in Cardiff. This is an excellent opportunity for a technically strong lifting professional to take a leading role in coordinating, reviewing and assuring complex lifting operations on a large-scale construction site.

Working closely with the project management team, contractors and specialist lifting suppliers, you will be responsible for ensuring that all crane operations and lifting activities are properly planned, coordinated, supervised and executed safely in accordance with approved lift plans, project procedures and industry standards.

The successful candidate will have a proven track record working on multi-crane construction projects, with strong technical knowledge of lifting operations, crane configurations, lifting plans, risk assessments and regulatory compliance.

This role is ideally suited to an experienced Lifting Operations Manager or Appointed Person looking to take ownership of lifting safety, coordination and operational control on a high-value construction project.

Key Responsibilities

Lifting Operations Planning and Coordination

• Act as the primary point of contact for all lifting operations across the project.
• Review and assure lift plans, risk assessments and method statements (RAMS) submitted by contractors.
• Coordinate crane operations and lifting activities across multiple contractors to minimise clashes and maintain programme efficiency.
• Ensure lifting operations are fully integrated into the overall construction programme.
• Assess crane selection, configurations, lifting methods, ground conditions and loading requirements.
• Confirm that all lifting activities are supported by appropriate resources, competent personnel and suitable equipment.
• Monitor weather conditions, site constraints and other factors that could affect lifting operations.
• Provide technical guidance to contractors on project lifting procedures, standards and expectations.

Health, Safety and Regulatory Compliance

• Promote a strong health and safety culture across all lifting operations.
• Ensure compliance with LOLER, BS 7121, relevant legislation and project-specific lifting procedures.
• Review and verify lift plans, RAMS and associated documentation before lifting activities commence, within the agreed approval and authorisation process.
• Ensure lifting operations are appropriately planned, supervised and controlled.
• Identify potential risks, challenge unsafe practices and implement effective control measures.
• Lead and contribute to toolbox talks, safety briefings and lifting coordination meetings.
• Carry out site inspections and compliance checks to verify that lifting operations are being undertaken in accordance with approved plans and safe systems of work.

Documentation and Reporting

• Maintain accurate lifting documentation, permits, inspection records and compliance information using digital project management systems.
• Use platforms such as Dalux, innDex and Microsoft Teams to manage lifting documentation and records.
• Verify contractor personnel competencies, training records, equipment certification and statutory inspection documentation.
• Produce daily reports covering lifting activities, safety observations and operational issues.
• Ensure lifting documentation is accurate, accessible and maintained in line with project requirements.

Crane and Lifting Equipment Management

• Coordinate inspections of cranes, lifting accessories and associated equipment.
• Verify that lifting equipment is certified, correctly marked and suitable for its intended use.
• Confirm that suppliers maintain equipment in accordance with statutory inspection and maintenance requirements.
• Monitor equipment compliance and address any issues that could compromise lifting safety or operational efficiency.

Essential Requirements

To be considered for this position, candidates should demonstrate:

• Proven experience in a Lifting Operations Manager, Appointed Person or equivalent senior lifting role within construction.
• A strong track record of working on multi-crane projects and coordinating complex lifting operations.
• CPCS Appointed Person (A61) qualification.
• In-depth knowledge of LOLER, BS 7121 and lifting industry best practice.
• Experience reviewing and assuring lift plans, risk assessments and method statements.
• Strong technical understanding of crane selection, crane configurations, lifting methods, ground conditions and loadings.
• Experience coordinating lifting activities across multiple contractors and project teams.
• The ability to identify risks, implement practical controls and challenge unsafe working practices.
• Excellent communication, organisation and problem-solving skills.
• Strong document control and IT skills, including experience using digital construction management systems.

Desirable Qualifications and Experience

• SSSTS qualification.
• First Aid qualification.
• Experience auditing, inspecting and verifying lifting operations compliance.
• Experience using Dalux, innDex, Assure, SharePoint, Microsoft Teams and Microsoft Office.
• Experience working on major commercial, industrial or complex construction projects.

What We’re Looking For

We are looking for a proactive and technically capable lifting professional who can take ownership of lifting coordination and provide confidence that operations are being delivered safely, efficiently and in line with project requirements.

You will be comfortable working with multiple contractors, engaging with site management and the supply chain, and making informed decisions in a demanding construction environment. You should have the confidence to challenge non-compliance, resolve operational issues and maintain high standards of safety, documentation and communication.

Apply Now

If you are an experienced Lifting Operations Manager or CPCS A61 Appointed Person with a strong background in multi-crane construction projects, we would like to hear from you.

Apply today to be considered for this opportunity on a major £300 million construction project in Cardiff.

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