Freelance Construction Manager - Rail

hays-gcj-v4-pd-online; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading authority in the West Midlands is seeking a Freelance Construction Manager to oversee tram extension projects in Birmingham. This role entails collaborating with Delivery Managers, managing contractor deliverables, and ensuring project quality and budget standards are met. The successful candidate will contribute to a £1.3 billion project, driving significant local developments.

Benefits

Long-term freelance contract

Opportunity to work on a major infrastructure project

Qualifications

• Experience in developing and delivering complex engineering projects.
• Familiarity with NEC contracts and technical standards.
• Desirable experience as a Clerk of Works or Construction Manager.

Responsibilities

• Support Delivery Managers in tram extension projects.
• Liaise with design team and resolve challenges.
• Oversee infrastructure development and assist with audits.

Skills

Project Management

Engineering

Quality Management

Budget Management

Education

Degree in Engineering or Related Field

Job description

Freelance Construction Manager - Rail, Birmingham

Client:

Location:

Birmingham, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Reference:

62f6ac44b733

Job Views:

15

Posted:

04.07.2025

Expiry Date:

18.08.2025

Job Description:

Your new company

You will be working for an authority in the West Midlands region that aims to create a more prosperous, fairer, greener, and healthier environment for the local area. This authority is managing the design of new tram extensions within Birmingham, a project valued at £1.3 billion. Due to the award of the second phase, the authority is hiring a Construction Manager/Assistant Delivery Manager on a long-term freelance basis.

Your new role

You will support Delivery Managers in completing tram extension projects and managing contractor deliverables. Your responsibilities include liaising with the design team, ensuring challenges are resolved, and supporting project and budget updates. You will oversee detailed infrastructure development and assist Resident Engineers with audits, ITPs, and quality management.

What you'll need to succeed

Experience in developing and delivering complex engineering projects, preferably in Heavy or Light rail or similar major schemes, is required. Experience as a Clerk of Works or Construction Manager is desirable but not essential. Familiarity with NEC contracts and technical standards in rail and highway projects is important.

What you'll get in return

The opportunity to work on a significant project for a large authority on a long-term freelance basis, contributing to one of Birmingham's most exciting developments.

Additional notes

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Created on 04/07/2025 by TN United Kingdom