Construction Manager

Careys Foundation; England; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction firm in the UK is seeking an experienced Construction Manager to oversee site delivery and lead teams on significant infrastructure projects. The ideal candidate will bring strong leadership, technical skills, and experience in civil engineering. Responsibilities include coordinating logistics and fostering relationships with clients and subcontractors. In addition to competitive pay, the role offers a comprehensive benefits package, including private healthcare and generous holiday allowances.

Benefits

26 days’ holiday plus bank holidays

Private healthcare

Car allowance

Company pension

Life assurance

Volunteering days

Cycle to Work scheme

Car leasing scheme

Discounted gym membership

Retail discounts and cashback plans

Qualifications

• Experience across civil engineering projects with leadership responsibilities.
• Strong communication, organisation, and problem-solving skills.
• A proactive, calm, improvement-focused mindset.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day site delivery from mobilization through to handover.
• Lead teams through daily briefings, toolbox talks, and inspections.
• Coordinate labour, plant, materials, logistics, and subcontractors.
• Support temporary works, QA processes, and design reviews.
• Work closely with commercial teams on costs, production rates, and forecasting.
• Build strong relationships with clients, consultants, suppliers, and teams.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

Organization

Tools

SMSTS

IOSH

CSCS

First Aid

Work at Heights

SHED

Black Hat

Job description

Overview

Application Deadline: 31 March 2026

Department: Operations Management (Site/Project/Regional)

Employment Type: Permanent - Full Time

Location: Cumbria

Build the infrastructure that shapes the UK — and lead teams who take pride in doing it the right way.

At Careys, we’re driven by a simple mission: to deliver exceptional construction services with integrity, care, and expertise. As a specialist civil engineering contractor, we self-deliver, innovate, and continually strive to be Better Every Day. We’re looking for a Construction Manager who brings strong leadership, technical capability, and a passion for delivering high‑quality work safely and efficiently.

What you will do

• Oversee day‑to‑day site delivery from mobilisation through to handover.
• Lead teams through daily briefings, toolbox talks, and inspections.
• Coordinate labour, plant, materials, logistics, and subcontractors.
• Support temporary works, QA processes, and design reviews.
• Work closely with commercial teams on costs, production rates, and forecasting.
• Build strong relationships with clients, consultants, suppliers, and teams.

What You’ll Bring

• Experience across civil engineering projects with leadership responsibilities.
• Certifications: SMSTS, IOSH, CSCS, First Aid, Work at Heights, SHED, Black Hat.
• Strong communication, organisation, and problem-solving skills.
• A proactive, calm, improvement-focused mindset.

Why Us

Join Careys and lead delivery on one of the UK’s most complex and nationally significant infrastructure programmes. You’ll work in an environment that values safe delivery, technical excellence and strong leadership — giving you the autonomy to make a real impact, backed by a business committed to being the most socially responsible contractor in the industry.

As part of our team, you’ll also enjoy a comprehensive and competitive benefits package designed to support your wellbeing, lifestyle and long‑term future, including:

• 26 days’ holiday plus bank holidays, with the flexibility to buy or sell leave
• Private healthcare and a Health Care Cash Plan
• Car allowance
• Company pension
• Life assurance
• Volunteering days through the Careys Foundation or causes important to you
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Car leasing scheme
• Discounted gym membership
• A range of retail discounts and cashback plans

At Careys, you get more than a role — you get a workplace that invests in you, supports you, and gives you the platform to build a meaningful, impactful career.