Senior Construction Manager – London Civils & Infrastructure

Global Search+Select; Greater London; On-site; GBP 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Global Search+Select is seeking an experienced Construction Manager to lead the delivery of a major London project. You will own site delivery, coordinate multiple work packages and lead contractors to achieve safety, programme and quality targets.

The role requires a strong civils and infrastructure background, 10+ years UK experience, and a proven ability to manage multiple contractors while maintaining rigorous CDM 2015 compliance. UK work rights essential.

Qualifications

• 10+ years' UK construction management experience.
• Minimum 5 years' experience in a senior, site-based construction management position.
• Strong civils and infrastructure background.
• Experience managing multiple contractors and work packages.
• Strong knowledge of construction programmes, delivery and risk management.
• Full right to work in the UK.
• NEBOSH Construction Certificate (or equivalent).
• Black CSCS Manager-level card.

Responsibilities

• Manage the day-to-day construction activities and overall site delivery.
• Take ownership of construction delivery across multiple work packages.
• Oversee Principal Contractors, subcontractors and specialist suppliers.
• Coordinate works across civils, earthworks, drainage, utilities, highways and external works.
• Ensure construction activities are delivered in accordance with approved designs, specifications and programmes.
• Identify and resolve construction issues proactively to maintain project progress.
• Review construction programmes, milestones and project deliverables.
• Monitor progress against agreed programme and identify potential delays or areas of concern.
• Work closely with project and design teams to coordinate construction activities.
• Monitor project risks and implement appropriate mitigation measures.
• Provide clear and accurate progress, programme and risk updates to senior stakeholders.
• Coordinate with design teams, project managers, contractors and key stakeholders.
• Liaise with statutory authorities and external organisations where required.
• Build effective working relationships across all levels of the project team.
• Provide strong leadership and direction across site-based activities.
• Ensure all construction activities comply with CDM 2015 requirements.
• Maintain high standards of health, safety, environmental and quality performance.
• Monitor contractor compliance with project procedures and relevant legislation.
• Promote a positive safety culture across the project.
• Ensure works are delivered in accordance with approved methodologies and quality standards.

Skills

Leadership

Stakeholder management

CDM 2015 knowledge

Communication

Decision making

Problem solving

Education

NEBOSH Construction Certificate

Black CSCS Manager-level card

Job description

Global Search+Select is seeking an experienced Construction Manager to lead the delivery of a major London project. You will own site delivery, coordinate multiple work packages and lead contractors to achieve safety, programme and quality targets.

The role requires a strong civils and infrastructure background, 10+ years UK experience, and a proven ability to manage multiple contractors while maintaining rigorous CDM 2015 compliance. UK work rights essential.