Construction Manager – Major Construction / Engineering Projects

South East London | £75,000–£80,000 + Package

You will like

Construction management in South East London for an established, highly regarded specialist engineering contractor delivering complex construction, infrastructure and mechanical engineering projects.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a progressive organisation with a strong technical reputation, working on challenging projects where construction excellence, safety and effective coordination are essential.

You will enjoy the opportunity to lead site delivery, work with experienced engineering and project management teams, and make a tangible contribution to successful project outcomes.

You will like

The Construction Manager / Senior Site Manager role itself, where you will oversee construction activities, coordinate multidisciplinary teams and ensure projects are delivered safely, efficiently and in accordance with programme, quality and commercial requirements.

Working closely with project managers, engineers, contractors and client representatives, you will take ownership of day-to-day site operations and construction performance.  More specifically:

• Overseeing site construction activities and coordinating daily operations.

• Managing subcontractors, suppliers, site personnel and construction resources.

• Planning work sequences, site logistics and upcoming construction activities.

• Monitoring project progress against agreed programmes and milestones.

• Identifying delays, resolving site issues and implementing practical solutions.

• Ensuring compliance with health and safety requirements, RAMS and permits to work.

• Coordinating civil, mechanical, electrical and other construction disciplines.

• Reviewing construction drawings, technical specifications and work packages.

• Monitoring subcontractor productivity, workmanship and quality standards.

• Managing site access, materials, equipment and construction interfaces.

• Leading site coordination meetings and communicating progress to stakeholders.

• Identifying construction risks and implementing appropriate corrective actions.

• Supporting project delivery from site mobilisation through installation, completion and handover.

You will have

To be successful as Construction Manager / Senior Construction Manager, you will have a proven track record managing site operations on substantial construction, engineering or infrastructure projects.  More specifically:

• Experience as a Construction Manager, Senior Site Manager or equivalent.

• Strong background in major construction, civil engineering or infrastructure delivery.

• Proven ability to coordinate multiple subcontractors and construction trades.

• Understanding of construction programmes, sequencing and site logistics.

• Excellent knowledge of UK construction health and safety regulations.

• Ability to interpret technical drawings, specifications and construction documentation.

• Experience managing construction quality, productivity and project risks.

• Strong leadership, communication and stakeholder management skills.

• Commercial awareness and a proactive approach to resolving delivery challenges.

• Ability to work collaboratively with engineering and project management colleagues.

Experience of technically complex projects involving mechanical and electrical installations would be particularly beneficial. Candidates from transferable major construction and infrastructure backgrounds are encouraged to apply.

You will get

As Construction Manager, you will enjoy:

• Competitive salary of £75,000–£80,000 per annum.

• Additional company benefits package – details to be confirmed.

• Opportunity to work on technically challenging construction and engineering projects.

• Established specialist contractor with a strong engineering reputation.

• Collaborative working with experienced construction and engineering professionals.

• Scope to develop your career and broaden your major-project experience.

You can apply

To this Construction Manager / Senior Site Manager opportunity by pushing the button on this job posting (recommended), or by sending your CV in confidence to anthony@macstaff.co.uk.

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