Construction Manager

OCS Group Limited; Bagstone; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

OCS UK & Ireland is seeking an experienced Construction Manager to oversee a mezzanine office project within an existing Bristol warehouse. You will lead day-to-day construction, coordinate architectural fit-out, M&E, IT, AV and security installations, and work with the Project Manager to deliver safely, on time and within budget.

You will manage subcontractors and specialist teams, review drawings, maintain safety records and drive handover documentation.

Qualifications

• Proven experience managing construction and commercial fit-out projects.
• Experience coordinating architectural works and M&E installations.
• Strong understanding of construction sequencing and delivering works within existing buildings.
• SMSTS, CSCS card and First Aid at Work would be advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Manage site delivery from mobilisation through to testing, commissioning and handover.
• Coordinate subcontractors, labour, materials and equipment, ensuring works follow the agreed programme.
• Oversee architectural fit-out, including partitions, ceilings, floors, doors and finishes.
• Coordinate HVAC, controls and BMS installations, water services and drainage.
• Coordinate electrical power distribution, lighting, alarms and containment.
• Manage interfaces with structured cabling, AV and security installations.
• Review drawings and specs; resolve clashes with project and design teams.
• Review risk assessments, coordinate permits to work and monitor safety compliance.
• Inspect workmanship, maintain quality records and manage snagging.
• Monitor progress, report risks and delays, and implement corrective actions.
• Record changes and support the Project Manager with variations and cost control.
• Coordinate testing and commissioning, ensuring handover documentation is provided.

Skills

Site management

Coordination of trades

Health & safety

Stakeholder management

Education

Construction qualification or equivalent practical experience

Job description

About The Role

We are looking for an experienced Construction Manager to oversee the delivery of a new mezzanine office within an existing warehouse on a secure site in Bristol. You will manage day-to-day construction activities, coordinating architectural fit-out, mechanical and electrical services, IT, AV and physical security installations. Working closely with the Project Manager, client and specialist subcontractors, you will ensure works are delivered safely, to specification, within programme and budget.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage site delivery from mobilisation through to testing, commissioning and handover.


• Coordinate subcontractors, labour, materials and equipment, ensuring works follow the agreed programme.


• Oversee architectural fit-out, including partitions, suspended ceilings, raised access floors, other flooring, windows, doors, ironmongery, finishes and joinery.


• Coordinate HVAC, controls and BMS installations, alongside hot and cold water services and foul drainage.


• Coordinate electrical power distribution, lighting, emergency lighting, fire alarms, containment, earthing and bonding.


• Manage interfaces with structured cabling, comms room fit-out, cable management and AV access control, CCTV, intruder detection and associated security infrastructure.


• Review drawings and specifications, identify clashes and resolve site queries with the project and design teams.


• Review risk assessments and method statements, coordinate permits to work and monitor compliance with site safety requirements.


• Inspect workmanship, maintain quality records and manage snagging.


• Monitor progress, report risks and delays, and agree corrective actions.


• Record changes and support the Project Manager with variations, cost control and progress reporting.


• Coordinate testing and commissioning activities, ensuring completion records, as-built information and handover documentation are provided.


• Ensure all personnel follow site security procedures and access requirements.

Skills and Experience

• Proven experience managing construction and commercial fit-out projects as a Construction Manager or Site Manager.


• Experience coordinating architectural works and M&E installations across multiple subcontractors.


• Strong understanding of construction sequencing, technical drawings and delivering works within existing buildings and managing interfaces with ongoing site activities.


• Good working knowledge of health and safety requirements and CDM managing programmes, quality inspections, snagging and handover.


• Strong organisational, communication and problem-solving skills.


• Relevant construction qualification or equivalent practical experience.


• SMSTS, an appropriate CSCS card and a current First Aid at Work working on secure government or defence sites would be advantageous.

Security clearance

We would ideally like candidates who already hold Security Check (SC) clearance and are willing to undergo Enhanced Security Check (eSC) vetting. Obtaining and maintaining eSC clearance is essential for this role.

About The Company

OCS UK & Ireland is a leading facilities management company with 50,000+ colleagues and a turnover in excess of 2bn. We deliver innovative, award-winning services within facilities management, hard services, cleaning, security and mission is to make people and places the best they can be for our colleagues, customers and the communities we serve. Our commitment to doing business the right way is rooted in our TRUE values - Trust, Respect, Unity, and Empowerment.

Why Work for OCS?

• Award-Winning Employer: Ranked 36th on Glassdoor's Best Companies to Work For 2025 - we value and motivate our people.


• Digital Learning: The OCS Academy offers digital courses and resources to help you build skills and grow your career.


• Retail Perks With our Hapi app, you can gain access to exclusive discounts, rewards and wellbeing resources.


• Professional Growth: 600+ live learners across UK&I - Empowering colleagues with further development and qualifications!


• Flexible Pay: Access a
  portion of earned wages before payday with our Wagestream App! (Contract Specific)

We are an equal opportunities employer and rely on a diverse workforce with a broad range of knowledge, skills, and backgrounds to deliver our goals. We offer an inclusive and welcoming environment and actively encourage applications from all individuals regardless of race, gender, nationality, religion, sexual orientation, disability, or age.

Hours Per Week 37.5