Construction Manager

CV Bay Ltd; Greater London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction company is seeking a Construction Manager to oversee multiple refurbishment projects within a secure environment. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in project management, strong compliance background, and relevant certifications. The role offers a competitive salary and a dynamic working environment, emphasizing safety and performance excellence.

Qualifications

• 5+ years leading construction delivery with Tier 1 contractor.
• Experience in commercial or defense refurbishments.
• Knowledge of CDM and health & safety regulations.

Responsibilities

• Lead multiple adjacent project sites and ensure safety compliance.
• Drive performance and maintain communication with all stakeholders.
• Oversee environmental and safety reporting.

Skills

Leadership

Compliance Management

Health & Safety

Project Coordination

Quality Control

Education

SMSTS Certification

CSCS (Manager level)

First Aid Certification

NEBOSH or IOSH Managing Safely (Desirable)

Job description

Construction Manager
Location: High Wycombe
Package: up to £75,000 basic + company vehicle or car allowance
Overview: You ll lead and manage the delivery of multiple construction projects (primarily refurbishments) in a highly secure environment. Your main responsibility is to ensure safe, compliant, and timely site operations across several active works, all based within the same estate.

Security:

• Developed Vetting (DV) clearance active or recently lapsed (within 6 months)
• Sole UK citizen (essential for clearance level)

Core Duties:

• Act as the senior lead across several adjacent project sites
• Drive contractor performance and ensure compliance with agreed scopes and safety standards
• Deliver site-level HSE management including inspections, toolbox talks, and reporting
• Maintain communication between the client, end-users, and internal project teams
• Oversee issue resolution, site reporting, programme tracking, and site documentation
• Review technical documents and liaise with design teams on buildability and implementation
• Monitor environmental and safety reporting (near misses, incidents, audits etc.)

Key Skills & Experience:

• 5+ years leading construction delivery with a principal or Tier 1 contractor
• Commercial or Defence refurbishment experience essential
• Familiarity with managing projects in secure or regulated environments
• Proven knowledge of CDM and health & safety requirements on live sites
• Competence in scheduling, quality control, and client coordination

Certification

• SMSTS, CSCS (Manager level), and valid First Aid certification
• Desirable qualifications include:
  
  • NEBOSH or IOSH Managing Safely
  • Asbestos Awareness / Management
  • Legionella Awareness / Management
  • CITB Temporary Works Coordinator or Supervisor

If you are an experienced construction manager with the appropriate security credentials and thrive in a structured, fast-paced environment, we encourage you to apply.