Construction Manager

Aldwych Consulting; Greater London; On-site; GBP 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Aldwych Consulting is seeking a Construction Manager to lead a major civil engineering delivery scheme in the UK, with a strong emphasis on steelwork and self‑delivery on large projects. You will oversee day‑to‑day construction, coordinate with engineering, planning and commercial teams, manage look‑ahead programmes, and drive safe, compliant delivery.

The successful candidate will lead multidisciplinary teams on live sites, maintain quality and documentation, and report clearly to stakeholders

Qualifications

• Solid background in self-delivery on major projects.
• Proven experience delivering structural steelwork packages.
• Strong understanding of construction sequencing, temporary works and site controls.
• Experience leading multidisciplinary teams in live, high-risk environments.

Responsibilities

• Lead delivery across steelwork and related civils packages.
• Drive self-delivery teams and specialist labour to achieve safe, efficient progress.
• Manage look-ahead planning and short-term programmes.
• Oversee steel erection, temporary works and lifting operations.
• Maintain quality assurance, inspections and documentation.
• Coordinate logistics, sequencing and interfaces with other disciplines.
• Spot risks early and put sensible mitigation in place.
• Keep communication clear between internal teams, designers, clients and the supply chain.
• Maintain strong safety culture and compliance with CDM requirements.

Skills

Self-delivery leadership

Structural steelwork delivery

Multidisciplinary team leadership

Communication & reporting

Education

Civil engineering or construction management degree

Tools

Aconex

CEMAR

Power BI

Job description

Are you a Construction Manager looking to lead a complex civil engineering delivery scheme?

A major UK contractor is looking for a Construction Manager with strong steelwork experience and a background in self‑delivery on large, complex projects. This suits someone who's comfortable leading from the front, keeping teams organised, and bringing clarity and momentum to busy sites.

The Role

You’ll oversee day‑to‑day construction delivery, making sure steelwork and wider civils activities are planned properly, coordinated well, and executed safely. You’ll work closely with engineering, planning and commercial teams, keeping the programme moving, managing interfaces, and maintaining high standards of quality and compliance.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead delivery across steelwork and related civils packages

• Drive self‑delivery teams and specialist labour to achieve safe, efficient progress

• Manage look‑ahead planning and short‑term programmes

• Oversee steel erection, temporary works and lifting operations

• Maintain quality assurance, inspections and documentation

• Coordinate logistics, sequencing and interfaces with other disciplines

• Spot risks early and put sensible mitigation in place

• Keep communication clear between internal teams, designers, clients and the supply chain

• Maintain strong safety culture and compliance with CDM requirements

Required Experience

• Solid background in self‑delivery on major projects

• Proven experience delivering structural steelwork packages

• Strong understanding of construction sequencing, temporary works and site controls

• Experience leading multidisciplinary teams in live, high‑risk environments

• Confident communicator with good reporting and documentation skills

• Relevant qualification in civil engineering or construction management

Desirable

• Experience in complex infrastructure such as energy, industrial, defence or rail

• Familiarity with digital tools like Aconex, CEMAR or Power BI

• Exposure to project controls (risk, change, cost, earned value)

• Professional membership or working towards it

Key Strengths of the Contractor

The business is known for its engineering‑led approach, with a strong track record of delivering complex work in challenging, high‑risk environments. They have genuine self‑delivery capability, with in‑house labour, plant and specialist teams that give them control and consistency on major projects. They're recognised for their expertise in structural and heavy civils work, particularly steel erection, temporary works and complex lifting. Clients trust them for their quality, compliance and clear, solutions‑driven communication.

This is an excellent opportunity to get involved on a long term project!

Aldwych Consulting values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application.

Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK.

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