Construction Manager

Fawkes & Reece Group; Watford; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 92,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Immediate Start

Possibility of permanent contract

Job summary

Fawkes & Reece Group in Watford are recruiting a freelance Construction Manager to deliver a high-profile commercial fit-out worth £45m. You will manage the project from shell to handover on-site, ensuring safety, programme delivery and high-end finishes.

The contract runs through to August 2027, reporting to the on-site Project Manager. The role requires leadership, a strong main contractor or fit-out background and valid on-site qualifications to drive performance and compliance.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience leading day-to-day site operations.
• Proven ability to drive programmes and contractor coordination.
• Experience with high-end finishes and strict safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead & Manage day to day site operations.
• Drive the programme and Sub-contractor coordination.
• Ensure delivery of high-end finishes to a standard.
• Maintain strict H&S compliance and quality standards.

Skills

Leadership

Site management

Health & Safety

Tools

SMSTS

CSCS Card

First Aid at Work

Job description

Reference: DI CM 1610_1792147034
Posted: October 16, 2026

The commercial fit out world has taken off in the last few weeks! One of my best customers has asked me to recruit for a Construction Manager based in the City of London.

About the role of Construction Manager

I'm Currently recruiting for an experienced freelance Construction Manager to work on a high-profile £45m commercial fit-out in Watford, Hertfordshire. It is a CAT A and B fit out and we need a Construction Manager to deliver 3 / 4 floors from shell to handover, the contract will run until August 2027. You will report to a Project Manager based on site and your main responsibilities will be to run the fit out safely and on time.

Responsibilities for Construction Manager

• Lead & Manage day to day site operations
• Drive the programme and Sub-contraction coordination
• Ensure delivery of high-end finishes to a standard
• Maintain strict H&S compliance and quality standards

Requirements for Construction Manager

• Strong background working with reputable main contractors or fit-out specialists
• Strong leadership presence and ability to drive site performance
• SMSTS
• CSCS Card
• First Aid at Work

What we offer for Construction Manager

• Immediate Start
• Option to be taken on a permanent contract