Head of Construction - Scotland

Commercial Real Estate Management Ltd; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

MCR Property Group in Glasgow is seeking a Head of Construction to lead the Construction Team across Scotland, overseeing residential, commercial and mixed-use developments from inception to completion.

You will manage on-site teams, coordinate design, procurement and cost control, and ensure delivery on time and within budget, while upholding safety, quality and regulatory standards across multiple schemes valued up to £250m GDV. A minimum of 10 years' experience is required.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years’ experience in the construction industry.
• Proven track record delivering mid- to large-scale developments £20m+.
• Degree-educated in construction; professional accreditation such as RICS or CIOB is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Oversee full lifecycle of projects across Scotland, delivering on time and within budget.
• Lead on-site teams and coordinate design, construction and procurement.
• Ensure quality, safety, and regulatory compliance across all schemes.
• Travel between sites as required.

Skills

Construction management

Leadership

Budget management

Health & safety

Education

Degree in construction-related discipline

Tools

CDM Regulations

Regulatory compliance

Job description

Head of Construction – Scotland

Permanent

Who we are

MCR Property Group is a leading independent real estate investment and development company, we have a strong UK presence with offices in key cities like London, Manchester, Birmingham, and Glasgow. Our primary focus lies in developing new residential, commercial, office space and industrial projects and managing a diverse portfolio, which includes around 5,000 residential plots, student accommodation and commercial/industrial assets exceeding £5 billion in value.

We are entering an exciting phase of growth and are looking for motivated, personable, and self-driven individuals who have a genuine passion for real estate.

Who we are looking for

We are seeking an experienced Head of Construction to join our vastly growing Construction Team, based in Glasgow and the wider Regions. You’ll be working on an exciting portfolio of residential, commercial and mixed-use new-build and redevelopment schemes across Scotland.

In this role, you’ll lead our construction team and work closely with Senior Leadership to oversee developments ranging from £1m to £250m GDV. You’ll take ownership of each project from start to finish, ensuring all construction, design and financial elements are effectively coordinated and delivered to a high standard.

We are looking for someone with a minimum of 10 years’ experience and a strong track record of successfully managing mid- to large-scale construction developments from conception through to completion.

Wider Responsibilities

As our Head of Construction, you will be responsible for the full lifecycle of all current and future projects across Scotland, ensuring every scheme is delivered on time, within budget and to the company’s required quality standards. You will oversee and support on‑site construction teams across multiple developments, maintaining a strong presence and clear communication throughout. A key part of the role includes proactively managing all aspects of health, safety, environmental performance and quality assurance, ensuring full legal compliance and adherence to company procedures. Regular travel between multiple sites will be required.

Requirements for the role

To succeed in this role, you will have at least 10 years’ experience in the construction industry and demonstrable success delivering projects of £20m+ through the full development cycle, on programme and within budget. You will ideally be degree-educated in a construction-related discipline, with professional accreditation such as RICS or CIOB being advantageous but not essential. You will also bring strong and up-to-date knowledge of CDM, construction health and safety, and all relevant statutory requirements, including Building Regulations, the Building Act, Town & Country Planning, Health & Safety legislation and the Disability Discrimination