Construction Manager – Defence Estate Optimisation

Lendlease; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction firm in Birmingham is looking for a Construction Manager to oversee site operations, ensure compliance with safety regulations, and manage logistics for a complex military project. Candidates should have technical construction skills, strong leadership abilities, and experience in logistics planning. This role offers competitive benefits including flexible work options and industry-leading parental leave.

Benefits

Car allowance

Flexible and hybrid work options

Up to 10% employer pension contribution

Private medical health benefit

Life assurance

25 days annual leave with the option to buy or sell additional days

3 days wellbeing leave

Health and wellbeing support

Employee Assistance Programme

Discounted gym membership

Industry-leading parental leave

Qualifications

• Requires the ability to influence and lead teams.
• Experience in logistics planning and implementations required.
• 5 days SMSTS qualification is necessary.

Responsibilities

• Support planning logistics phasing of all projects.
• Accountable for the supervision and direction of day-to-day operations on site.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety obligations on site.

Skills

Technical construction/engineering skills

Organisational skills

Extensive knowledge of operational safety systems

Understanding of site management principles

Written and verbal communication skills

Leadership ability

Logistics planning

SMSTS certification

Education

CIOB or equivalent professional membership

Job description

A leading construction firm in Birmingham is looking for a Construction Manager to oversee site operations, ensure compliance with safety regulations, and manage logistics for a complex military project. Candidates should have technical construction skills, strong leadership abilities, and experience in logistics planning. This role offers competitive benefits including flexible work options and industry-leading parental leave.