Construction Manager

Morson Talent; England; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is looking for a skilled Construction Manager to oversee a sports hall project at HMP Norwich. This role requires strong leadership and the ability to navigate challenging environments, particularly within the Ministry of Justice. The successful candidate will manage both internal and external works, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations while maintaining project timelines and budgets. This position offers a competitive daily rate and is ideal for someone who thrives in dynamic settings and is ready to make a significant impact in construction management. If you're ready to take on this exciting challenge, we want to hear from you!

Qualifications

• Strong background in construction management with leadership abilities.
• Experience in challenging environments, especially in MoJ settings.

Responsibilities

• Manage both external and internal works of the sports hall build.
• Lead a team while ensuring project timelines and budgets are met.

Skills

Experience in construction management

Ability to work independently and lead a team

Experience in challenging environments (MoJ/Prisons)

Strong communication and interpersonal skills

Problem-solving skills

Knowledge of health and safety regulations

Flexibility in working hours

Ability to manage budgets and timelines

Experience with both internal and external construction works

Fully IT conversant

Education

NVQ Level 6 in a relevant management qualification

Tools

Construction management software

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

We are seeking an experienced Construction Manager for a sports hall project at HMP Norwich. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing both external and internal works of the sports hall build, with the steel frame already erected. This role requires the ability to work independently while demonstrating effective team leadership skills. Experience in challenging environments, particularly within Ministry of Justice (MoJ) or prison settings, is advantageous. The project demands flexibility in working hours, typically from 07:30 to 17:30, although this may vary depending on project requirements. The position offers a competitive daily rate of GBP300 to GBP350, based on experience, and will be paid through Umbrella. It is preferable for candidates to reside within a practical commuting distance of Norwich. The candidate should be prepared to start as soon as possible and participate in a brief interview process.

Skills:

1. Experience in construction management
2. Ability to work independently and lead a team
3. Experience in challenging environments (MoJ/Prisons)
4. Strong communication and interpersonal skills
5. Problem-solving skills
6. Knowledge of health and safety regulations
7. Flexibility in working hours
8. Ability to manage budgets and timelines
9. Experience with both internal and external construction works
10. Fully IT conversant

Software/Tools:

1. Construction management software
2. Microsoft Office Suite

Certifications & Standards:

1. SMSTS (Site Management Safety Training Scheme)
2. Black CSCS Card
3. NVQ Level 6 in a relevant management qualification

Please send CVs to (url removed)