Construction Manager

Gold Group Limited; Melksham; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction consultancy in Melksham is seeking an experienced Construction Manager for a 12-month contract on a prestigious heritage project. The role involves coordinating trade contractors and ensuring compliance with safety and design standards. Candidates must exhibit solid experience in complex projects and be committed to a five-day onsite presence. This is a chance to work on a technically challenging project with a respected name in the industry.

Benefits

12-month contract

Opportunity to work on high-profile projects

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Construction Manager on complex projects.
• Experience working on heritage or listed buildings is highly desirable.
• Ability and commitment to be on site five days per week.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and manage multiple specialist trade contractors delivering on-site works.
• Act as the primary liaison between site teams, the client, stakeholders, and the wider project management team.
• Ensure robust management and compliance with all site health & safety requirements.
• Supervise and monitor on-site activities to ensure works progress in line with approved designs.

Skills

Construction management

Communication skills

Client management

Job description

Job Title: Construction Manager

Rate: £300‑350 per day (Outside IR35)

Location: Melksham, Wiltshire

Contract Duration: 12 Months

An exciting long-term contract opportunity has arisen for an experienced Construction Manager to join a leading multi‑disciplinary construction consultancy on a complex and prestigious heritage project near Melksham, Wiltshire. This is a site‑based role, five days per week, and candidates must be able to commute locally to the Melksham area.

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate and manage multiple specialist trade contractors delivering on‑site works.
• Act as the primary liaison between site teams, the client, stakeholders, and the wider project management team.
• Ensure robust management and compliance with all site health & safety requirements.
• Supervise and monitor on‑site activities to ensure works progress in line with approved designs, specifications, and programme.

Requirements

• Proven experience as a Construction Manager on complex projects.
• Experience working on heritage or listed buildings is highly desirable.
• Strong communication and client‑facing skills.
• Ability and commitment to be on site five days per week.

What’s on Offer

• 12‑month contract on a technically challenging and rewarding heritage project.
• Opportunity to work with an industry‑leading consultancy on a high‑profile scheme.

This is an excellent opportunity to play a key role on a unique and interesting project while working with a respected name in the industry. To find out more, please contact Matt Clegg at Gold Group today.