Construction Manager

Blaymires Recruitment Ltd; Ferndown; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Car allowance

Bonus

25 days holiday

Pension

Job summary

Blaymires Recruitment Ltd is seeking a hands-on Construction Manager for an established building contractor near Ferndown, Dorset. You will own day-to-day delivery of a £5m leisure transformation on a live site, coordinating trades, procurement and HSE, while aligning with project teams and stakeholders.

The ideal candidate has 8–15 years' construction delivery experience, leads on £3m–£8m schemes, and is comfortable managing live environments, with a proactive approach to problem-solving and

Qualifications

• Minimum 8–15 years construction experience with direct project delivery
• Lead Construction/Contracts/Project/Site management on £3m–£8m schemes
• Experience on live/occupied sites and refurbishment/new-build/extn projects
• Strong programme management and short-term planning skills
• Excellent client, stakeholder and subcontractor coordination
• Sound procurement, design coordination and information management

Responsibilities

• Take day-to-day ownership of a £5m leisure transformation project
• Lead mobilisation, construction, commissioning, handover and close-out
• Coordinate multiple trades and manage subcontractors
• Ensure programme protection and issue resolution on live sites
• Collaborate with QS and design teams to optimise delivery
• Maintain high health & safety standards and control costs

Skills

Programme management

Stakeholder management

Subcontractor coordination

Site management

Procurement coordination

Health & safety

Education

5+ years construction management

Job description

Construction Manager

Ferndown, Dorset

Salary £70,000 + Car Allowance £5000 + Bonus + 25 Days Holiday + Pension

Blaymires Recruitment is representing an established and highly respected building contractor based near Ferndown, Dorset, who is looking to appoint a Construction Manager.

The company has been operating for over 15 years and has an excellent reputation for delivering high-quality fit-out and extension projects across the commercial, retail, hospitality and industrial sectors.

Due to continued growth, they are looking to appoint a Construction Manager capable of taking day-to-day ownership of a complex £5m leisure transformation project.

The ideal candidate will be either a Contracts Manager or Project Manager who has experience in managing commercial projects ranging between £3M to £8M.

This is an excellent opportunity for a hands-on Construction Manager who enjoys being close to the detail of project delivery. You will join a supportive and experienced team, with genuine scope to develop your career within the business over the long term.

The Initial Project

The successful candidate will lead the delivery of a £5m transformation programme on a live, operational leisure site. The project incorporates:

* A 370 sq m extension providing a new 40-station gym and exercise studio.

* Construction of a new full-size 3G football pitch.

* Remodelling of the reception and community entrance.

* Upgrades to the changing facilities.

* Expansion of the car park to 83 spaces.

* Multiple concurrent workstreams requiring careful phasing, coordination and stakeholder management.

The Candidate

You should be able to demonstrate:

* Approximately 8-15 years' construction experience, including several years with direct responsibility for managing projects

* A proven track record as the lead Construction Manager, Contracts Manager, Project Manager or Site Manager on projects valued at approximately £3m-£8m

* Experience of refurbishment and new-build or extension projects

* Experience of working on live or occupied sites

* Previous leisure, sports, education, commercial fit-out or comparable project experience

* Experience of taking projects through mobilisation, construction, commissioning, handover and close-out

* Strong programme management and short-term planning capabilities

* Confidence managing subcontractors and coordinating multiple trades

* A sound understanding of procurement, design coordination and construction information

* Good commercial awareness and the ability to work effectively with the project Quantity Surveyor

* A proactive approach to resolving site issues and protecting the programme

* A strong health and safety mindset

* The ability to manage clients and stakeholders calmly and professionally

* A collaborative, accountable and hands-on approach to project delivery

* A genuine interest in joining the business for the long term and progressing with the company

What's on Offer

* Salary up to £70,000.

* £5,000 Car Allowance.

* Performance Bonus.

* 25 days' holiday plus Bank Holidays.

* Company Pension.

* Friendly and supportive working environment.

* Interesting and varied projects across multiple sectors.

* Clear career progression with a genuine opportunity to progress.