Compliance Manager
A newly created role and exciting opportunity to join our well established Contracting department supporting the growth and expansion of SRC
MAIN PURPOSE OF JOB:
The Compliance Manager is responsible for managing and maintaining the company’s professional accreditations, ensuring ongoing compliance with industry standards, client requirements, and regulatory obligations. The role also oversees project Inspection and Test Plans (ITPs) and leads company-wide document control, revision, and governance processes to ensure accuracy, consistency, and audit readiness at all times.
RELATIONSHIPS:
a) Responsible to: TBC
b) Responsible for: N/a
Liaison with: Directors, Managers, site personnel, Sub contractors, Clients, Suppliers, Commercial manager, Contracts Team
MAIN TASKS OF THE JOB:
Key Responsibilities
Professional Accreditations & External Compliance
Manage all company accreditations and certifications, including (but not limited to) Constructionline, Achilles, RISQS, CHAS, SMAS, and other relevant schemes.
Act as the primary point of contact for accreditation bodies, auditors, and assessors.
Coordinate initial applications, renewals, submissions, audits, and corrective actions.
Ensure all policies, procedures, and evidence required for accreditations are current, compliant, and readily available.
Track accreditation expiry dates and proactively manage renewal timelines.
Monitor changes to accreditation requirements and assess business impact.
Prevent the use of obsolete documents across the business.
Support with document control and retention of documentation.
Project Compliance & ITP Management
Develop, review, and maintain project-specific Inspection and Test Plans (ITPs) in line with contractual, client, and regulatory requirements.
Ensure ITPs are aligned with company procedures and quality management systems.
Support project teams in implementing and adhering to approved ITPs.
Review completed ITP records to ensure accuracy, completeness, and audit readiness.
Support internal and external audits related to project compliance.
Skills & Experience
Essential:
Proven experience in a compliance, quality, or governance role (construction, engineering, utilities, infrastructure, or similar regulated environment preferred).
Hands-on experience managing professional accreditations such as Constructionline, Achilles, RISQS, CHAS, SMAS, or equivalent schemes.
Strong understanding of document control, revision management, and audit processes.
Experience working with project documentation, including ITPs or similar quality plans.
Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to work independently and manage multiple deadlines.
Desirable:
Experience with ISO standards (e.g. ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 45001).
Experience supporting internal and external audits.
Familiarity with electronic document management systems (EDMS).
Background in construction, rail, utilities, or infrastructure sectors.
Personal Attributes
Methodical, structured, and highly organised.
Confident dealing with auditors, assessors, and senior stakeholders.
Proactive and solutions-focused approach to compliance challenges.
Able to influence and support teams.
High integrity and commitment to maintaining standards.
Mon to Friday - 40 Hours per week
Salary dependant upon Skills & Experience
- Department
- Contracting
- Locations
- Colchester
Colchester
Perks & Benefits
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Training
SRC Group is committed to the continuous training and development of its employees,
both in the area of job-related skills training and lifelong learning for personal development.
SRC Group’s employees are our greatest assets and helping them to develop is crucial to the achievement of the our goals. All training practices and procedures will endeavor to support individuals to strive to achieve these goals.
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Pension
We offer a salary sacrifice pension scheme which is a tax efficient way for you to make pension contributions.
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Retail Discounts
SRC Employees can save money with access to hundreds of retail discounts, including grocery e-vouchers which can be used in-store or online.
Saving money on a wide range of activities to keep the family entertained without leaving the house. There’s also access to discounts from most major travel agents.
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On Demand GP
SRC employees has access to medical advice with the OnDemand GP service, they have access to video consultations with GPs, prescriptions which can be sent to your local pharmacy. This service is also available to partners and dependents who live in your household.
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Employee Assistance Programme
There is a free confidential 24 hour telephone service for employees, their immediate family and children in full time education.
SRC Group recognises there can be times when additional support is needed for employees and managers alike. Balancing the pressures of work with the needs of home and personal life can be at times, stressful.
SRC Group also have fully trained Mental Health First Aiders available.
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Health
SRC Group are committed to the health of all employees. We provide a confidential health surveillance service which to enable you and SRC Group to identify and monitor on- going health needs and requirements.
We also provide gym discounts at over 3000 health and leisure centres.
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Employee Reward & Recognition
As an employee, you can recognise Team Members for their hard work with personalised e-cards. These can also be supplemented by management with financial rewards. So your hard work never goes unnoticed.
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Long service awards
Employees are recognised with a long service award at different stages in their career.
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Charity
SRC Group support a number of charities such as Essex Air Ambulance to smaller local charities. We hold fundraising events such as Three Peaks challenge and all employees can join in the fun!
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Equality and Diversity
We believe that there are no gender specific roles in this industry. To help reflect this we’ve increased the visibility of our female workforce and showcase the successful women already working on our sites.
Workplace & Culture
At SRC Group we believe that every employee is key to helping us succeed as a business and fulfil our goals, and we strive to create a great place to work for our employees.
SRC Group are an equal opportunities employer, and seek to provide opportunities and high standards of training based on individuals’ abilities and experiences.
About SRC Group
SRC Group is a one stop shop for all your construction needs!
We are a leading supplier of construction materials and waste solutions throughout London and the Southeast.
Our experienced and skilled contracting department are available for all your demolition requirements.
As a family run business with many ties in the Home Counties area, SRC Group prides itself on providing a reliable service and quality materials to all its customers.
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