Construction manager/Supervisor

Carmichael UK; Sheffield; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 74,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive day rate

Long-term project potential

Regional development

Supportive delivery team

Job summary

Carmichael UK is seeking a Construction Manager / Supervisor to lead civils and building works on a major Sheffield project. You will manage day-to-day site operations, coordinate subcontractors, ensure safety, quality and on-program delivery, and liaise with Project Managers and clients.

This freelance/contract role offers a competitive day rate (£350-£400 CIS/LTD) and long-term project potential within a regional development.

Qualifications

• Experience leading civils and building works on-site.
• Proven ability to coordinate subcontractors and direct labour.
• Strong health and safety focus with program delivery accountability.
• Ability to interpret drawings, specifications and construction programmes.

Responsibilities

• Manage and supervise day-to-day site operations across civils and building work packages.
• Coordinate subcontractors, direct labour and suppliers on site.
• Ensure works are completed safely, on programme and to the required quality standards.
• Oversee civil engineering activities including earthworks, drainage, foundations, reinforced concrete works and external infrastructure.
• Manage building packages including structural, fit-out and finishing works.
• Conduct toolbox talks, site briefings and safety inspections.
• Monitor quality assurance processes and ensure compliance with project specifications.
• Maintain accurate site documentation, progress reports and health & safety records.
• Liaise effectively with Project Managers, Engineers, Clients and Stakeholders.
• Proactively identify and resolve construction issues to minimise programme delays.

Skills

Site management

Team leadership

Health & safety

Drawings interpretation

Communication

Multi-workstream management

Tools

SMSTS

CSCS Card

Job description

Construction Manager / Supervisor (Civils & Building)

Location: Sheffield, South Yorkshire

Contract: Freelance / Contract

Rate: £350 - £400 CIS/LTD

The Opportunity

We are currently recruiting for an experienced Construction Manager / Supervisor to support the delivery of a major construction project in Sheffield. This role requires a strong background across both civil engineering and building works, with responsibility for managing site activities, subcontractors, programme delivery and health & safety compliance.

This is an excellent opportunity for a hands-on site leader who can oversee multiple work packages and drive projects through to successful completion.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and supervise day-to-day site operations across civils and building work packages.


• Coordinate subcontractors, direct labour and suppliers on site.


• Ensure works are completed safely, on programme and to the required quality standards.


• Oversee civil engineering activities including earthworks, drainage, foundations, reinforced concrete works and external infrastructure.


• Manage building packages including structural, fit-out and finishing works.


• Conduct toolbox talks, site briefings and safety inspections.


• Monitor quality assurance processes and ensure compliance with project specifications.


• Maintain accurate site documentation, progress reports and health & safety records.


• Liaise effectively with Project Managers, Engineers, Clients and Stakeholders.


• Proactively identify and resolve construction issues to minimise programme delays.

Requirements

• Proven experience as a Construction Manager, Site Manager or Site Supervisor.


• Demonstrable experience delivering both civil engineering and building projects.


• Strong understanding of site operations, programme management and subcontractor coordination.


• SMSTS qualification.


• Valid CSCS Card.


• Excellent knowledge of health, safety and environmental requirements.


• Ability to interpret drawings, specifications and construction programmes.


• Strong leadership and communication skills.


• Ability to manage multiple workstreams and subcontractors simultaneously.


• Proactive, organised and solutions-focused approach.

What's on Offer?

• Competitive day rate.


• Long-term project potential.


• Opportunity to work on a significant regional development.


• Supportive and experienced project delivery team.