Head of Construction

Daniel Owen Ltd.; Greater London; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading boutique developer in Central London seeks a Head of Construction to oversee ultra-prime residential projects. This role offers full lifecycle involvement, collaboration with designers, and a proactive environment focused on quality. Ideal candidates will have extensive experience in high-end residential projects and strong leadership skills.

Benefits

Competitive package

Growing pipeline

Collaborative team environment

Qualifications

• Wealth of experience delivering complex, high-end residential projects.
• Deep technical knowledge of luxury detailing, materials, and buildability.

Responsibilities

• Full lifecycle exposure across multiple high-value residential projects.
• Direct collaboration with designers, consultants, and private clients.
• Hands-on leadership through a Construction Management model.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem Solving

Job description

Head of Construction
Location: Central London | Sector: High-End Residential

A boutique developer, known for delivering some of London's most refined private homes, are looking for a Head of Construction to join the team.

This is a rare opportunity to take full ownership of ultra-prime residential projects, from pre-construction through to handover-working closely with a tight-knit, ambitious team that values precision, collaboration, and zero ego.

The role offers:

• Full lifecycle exposure across multiple high-value residential projects (£10m+)

• Direct collaboration with designers, consultants, and private clients

• Hands-on leadership through a Construction Management model

• A proactive, design-led environment where quality is everything

You'll need to bring:

• A wealth of experience delivering complex, high-end residential projects

• Deep technical knowledge of luxury detailing, materials, and buildability

• Confidence leading site delivery and subcontractor performance

• A calm, solutions-first mindset and excellent communication skills

Why join?

• You'll have real influence over design, delivery, and client outcomes

• You'll be part of a genuinely collaborative team-no egos, just high standards

• Competitive package, growing pipeline, and an environment built on trust and excellence

If you're passionate about detail, and delivering beautifully executed homes-this could be the move for you.