Remote Senior Construction Manager

Placements24; Southampton; Hybrid; GBP 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Executive-level bonuses

Private medical insurance

Retirement planning

Remote work autonomy

Professional development budget

Job summary

Placements24 in the United Kingdom seeks a highly accomplished Remote Senior Construction Manager to oversee a portfolio of significant construction projects. This fully remote role requires strategic planning, financial oversight, risk management, and collaboration with dispersed teams.

The ideal candidate delivers projects on time and within budget in a remote-first setting, with extensive leadership experience and a track record of managing multi-million Rand projects.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field.
• 15+ years of progressive construction management experience, including senior leadership.
• Proven track record of managing multi-million Rand projects remotely.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic direction for multiple concurrent construction projects.
• Develop and manage budgets, schedules, and resources for remote teams.
• Oversee contract administration and management of vendors and subcontractors.
• Implement robust risk management strategies to mitigate challenges.
• Lead and mentor project management teams in a virtual environment.

Skills

Strategic leadership

Remote team leadership

Budget management

Contract management

Risk management

Communication skills

Education

Master's degree in Construction Management

Tools

Project management software

Collaboration tools

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a highly accomplished and strategic Remote Senior Construction Manager to oversee a portfolio of significant construction projects. This fully remote position requires a leader with extensive experience in managing large-scale, complex developments from conception through completion. You will be responsible for strategic planning, financial oversight, risk management, and ensuring project success while collaborating with dispersed teams. The ideal candidate is adept at virtual leadership, possesses exceptional organizational skills, and demonstrates a proven ability to deliver projects on time and within budget in a remote-first setting.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide strategic direction and oversight for multiple concurrent construction projects.
• Develop and manage project budgets, schedules, and resource allocation with a remote team structure.
• Oversee contract administration, negotiation, and management of all third-party vendors and subcontractors.
• Implement and monitor robust risk management strategies to mitigate potential project challenges.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant regulatory, safety, and quality standards across all projects.
• Lead and mentor project management teams, fostering a culture of accountability and high performance in a virtual environment.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field.
• 15+ years of progressive experience in construction management, with a significant portion in senior leadership roles.
• Demonstrated success in managing multi-million Rand construction projects remotely.
• Expertise in construction law, contract management, and financial controls.
• Proficiency in leading-edge project management software and collaboration tools.
• Exceptional strategic thinking, leadership, and communication skills for remote team management.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary and executive-level performance bonuses.
• Comprehensive private medical insurance and retirement planning options.
• Significant autonomy and flexibility in a fully remote work structure.
• Professional development budget for advanced certifications and training.
• Opportunity to shape the future of construction management practices within the company.