Construction Manager

Hays; West Midlands Combined Authority; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading commercial fit-out company in Birmingham is seeking a Construction Manager to oversee the delivery of interior construction projects. The ideal candidate will possess a deep understanding of fitouts, strong leadership skills, and a commitment to quality and safety. This role requires managing diverse trade teams and ensuring adherence to project budgets and timelines.

Qualifications

• Deep understanding of fitouts, including sequencing and finishes.
• Familiarity with health & safety legislation.
• Experience in managing high-spec projects.

Responsibilities

• Ensure safe, timely, and high-quality delivery of fitout projects.
• Manage complex stakeholder relationships.
• Maintain operational excellence on site.

Skills

Understanding of Cat A and Cat B fitouts

Familiarity with UK building regulations

Strong eye for detail

Experience leading diverse trade teams

Understanding of project budgets

Ability to work under pressure

Job description

Your new company
This job is for a construction manager role at a top commercial fit-out company based in Birmingham. The company is focused on the delivery of interior construction projects across sectors such as corporate offices, higher education, science and technology, and healthcare.

Your new role
This Construction Manager role in a leading commercial fitout environment is responsible for the safe, timely, and high-quality delivery of fitout projects. You will have a deep understanding of fast-paced, design-led environments and the ability to manage complex stakeholder relationships while maintaining operational excellence on site. You must combine technical expertise with strong leadership and commercial awareness and excel in managing fast-paced, high-spec projects, ensuring quality, safety, and programme adherence.

What you'll need to succeed

• Deep understanding of Cat A and Cat B fitouts, including sequencing, finishes, and services integration
• Familiarity with UK building regulations, CDM 2015, and health & safety legislation
• Strong eye for detail and commitment to delivering defect-free projects
• Experience leading diverse trade teams and holding them accountable to programme and quality
• Understanding of project budgets, value engineering, and variation control
• Comfortable working under pressure and adapting to changing site conditions

What you need to do now
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