Senior Construction Manager

CSC Recruitment; City Of London; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm is seeking a Senior Construction Manager to oversee a £13m hospitality fit-out project in Central London. The successful candidate must have over 10 years of site management experience, with a proven background in hospitality or commercial fit-outs. Responsibilities include site operations, subcontractor management, and ensuring quality and safety standards. This role offers a competitive salary and full benefits package.

Benefits

Competitive salary (DOE)

Full benefits package including pension and healthcare

Travel allowance

Qualifications

• Minimum 10+ years of site management experience, with at least 5 in a senior construction manager role.
• Proven track record in hospitality, hotel, or high-end commercial fit-out projects.
• Strong knowledge of construction sequencing, MEP coordination, and finishing trades.

Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day site operations, ensuring programme milestones are achieved.
• Manage subcontractors and direct labour, driving productivity and quality.
• Oversee health & safety compliance in line with CDM regulations.

Skills

Site management experience

Hospitality/Commercial fit-out

Leadership

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Education

SMSTS certification

CSCS (Black) certification

First Aid certification

Job description

Job Title: Senior Construction Manager - Hospitality Fit-Out
Location: London
Project Value: £13m

About the Project:
We are delivering a high-profile hospitality fit-out project in Central London with a contract value of £13m. The scheme requires exceptional attention to detail, programme management, and delivery to the highest quality standards.

Role Overview:
We are seeking a highly experienced Senior Construction Manager to lead the site delivery of this fast-paced and complex project. The successful candidate will have a proven track record in large-scale hospitality, hotel, or high-end fit-out projects and be capable of driving programme, managing subcontractors, and maintaining exemplary quality and safety standards.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead day-to-day site operations, ensuring programme milestones are achieved.

• Manage subcontractors and direct labour, driving productivity and quality.

• Oversee health & safety compliance in line with CDM regulations.

• Coordinate with the project manager, commercial team, consultants, and client representatives.

• Ensure the fit-out is delivered to the highest standards, in line with brand and client expectations.

• Resolve site issues swiftly, maintaining momentum on critical path activities.

• Provide clear reporting on progress, risks, and mitigations to senior management.

• Lead and mentor site teams, fostering a collaborative and proactive working environment.

Key Requirements:

• Minimum 10+ years of site management experience, with at least 5 in a senior construction manager role.

• Proven track record in hospitality, hotel, or high-end commercial fit-out projects.

• Strong knowledge of construction sequencing, MEP coordination, and finishing trades.

• Excellent communication and leadership skills, with the ability to manage multiple stakeholders.

• Strong problem-solving ability and commercial awareness.

• SMSTS, CSCS (Black), First Aid certification required.

Package:

• Competitive salary (DOE)

• Full benefits package including pension, healthcare, and travel allowance

• Opportunity to deliver a landmark £13m hospitality project in the heart of London