Senior Construction Manager

Wates; London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Wates is seeking a Senior Construction Manager for their Fit Out team in London. This role involves overseeing high-end commercial office fit-outs, ensuring project deadlines are met while maintaining safety and quality standards. Join a supportive team and elevate your career in a thriving environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary & profit share scheme

Car allowance / company car

Travel coverage for site visits

Private medical insurance

8% employer pension contribution

26 days holiday plus bank holidays

Learning and development opportunities

Industry-leading family leave benefits

Qualifications

• Proven skills in managing large construction projects.
• Knowledge of budget creation and resource management.
• Strong understanding of safety compliance on site.

Responsibilities

• Oversee project sites to ensure timely completion.
• Create budgets and manage resources effectively.
• Maintain quality control and compliance with safety requirements.

Skills

Project Management

Budget Management

Quality Control

Risk Mitigation

Client Liaison

Job description

Wates is looking for a Senior Construction Manager to join our Fit Out team in London.

Wates Fit Out specializes in high-end commercial office fit-out in Central London.

If you are passionate about the construction industry with proven skills and are looking for an opportunity to challenge the norm, bring fresh ideas, and elevate your career, then join us and help create tomorrow together.

This is a great opportunity to progress your career as part of a talented, diverse, and supportive team.

ABOUT THE ROLE

Our Senior Construction Managers are key members of our team, overseeing project sites to ensure timely completion. Responsibilities include creating budgets, liaising with clients, supervising teams, maintaining quality control procedures, and mitigating risks.

As a Senior Construction Manager, you will:

• Have full responsibility for delivering a section of a large scheme, reporting to a Project Manager or Project Director, or for a smaller site, reporting to a visiting Project Director.
• Ensure compliance with all safety requirements on site.
• Manage resources and track works on site to achieve the contract programme, reporting progress and developing corrective plans as needed.
• Maintain accurate records of works, including any delays or scope changes, and communicate these to the Quantity Surveyor and Project Manager promptly.
• Manage the training and competency of operatives on site, both internal and external.
• Be responsible for the quality of work on site and defect close-out.
• Develop lasting relationships with the supply chain and client team.

WHAT WE OFFER

• Competitive salary & profit share scheme
• Car allowance / company car (subject to role/grade)
• Travel coverage to any of our sites (subject to HMRC rates)
• Extensive benefits including private medical, pension (8% employer contribution), health and wellness programs, 26 days holidays plus bank holidays, and more.
• Opportunities for learning and development to support your career growth.
• Industry-leading family leave benefits, including 26 weeks of fully paid maternity leave and 12 weeks of fully paid paternity leave.