Construction Manager

Hybrid SaaS; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UK main contractor is seeking an experienced Construction Manager to oversee major industrial projects in Newport and Gloucester. The ideal candidate will have substantial site management experience, particularly in industrial and logistics sectors, with strong leadership skills to manage subcontractors and ensure project delivery. The role offers a competitive salary of £55,000-£70,000, plus additional benefits including a car allowance, healthcare, and a clear progression route into senior management positions.

Benefits

Car / travel allowance

Pension & private healthcare

Bonus scheme

25 days annual leave + bank holidays

Qualifications

• Experience working for a main contractor in a construction management role.
• Background delivering industrial or large commercial projects.
• Proven experience on steel-frame and envelope packages.

Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day site operations for large industrial projects.
• Manage subcontract packages including groundworks and steel frame.
• Drive programming and sequencing of works.
• Ensure health & safety and quality on site.

Skills

Leadership skills

Site management experience

Knowledge of construction processes

Health & safety knowledge

Experience with steel-frame projects

Education

SMSTS, CSCS (Black/Gold), First Aid

Job description

Construction Manager Industrial / Logistics

Newport (projects across Newport & Gloucester)

£55,000‑£70,000 + package

We are working with a leading UK main contractor specialising in the delivery তা large‑scale industrial and logistics developments, including major warehouse, distribution and manufacturing facilities along the M4 corridor.

Due to a ოჯახ pipeline of secured work, they are looking to—or appoint—an experienced Construction Manager to support the delivery of multiple new‑build industrial schemes.

Role Overview

As Construction Manager, you will take responsibility for the on‑site construction delivery of major steel‑frame industrial projects, typically valued between £10m‑£80m. Reporting to the Project Manager, you will lead site teams, manage multiple subcontract packages and drive programme, quality and safety from groundworks through to handover.

This role would suit an established Construction Manager or a strong Senior Site Manager ready to step up into a CM position on major industrial projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead day‑to‑day site operations across large industrial/logistics schemes
• Manage and coordinate multiple subcontract packages including groundworks, steel frame, cladding, M&E and externals
• Drive short‑term programming and sequencing of works
• Take ownership of site health & safety, quality and programme performance
• Chair subcontractor meetings and daily coordination briefings
• Work closely with the Project, Commercial and Engineering teams to ensure successful project delivery
• Oversee inspections, snagging and sectional/final handovers

Requirements

• Experience working for a main contractor in a site management / construction management role
• Proven background delivering industrial, logistics or large commercial new‑build projects
• Demonstrable experience on steel‑frame and envelope packages
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to manage large site teams and subcontractors
• Excellent knowledge of construction processes, HSEQ and programme control
• SMSTS, CSCS (Black/Gold) and First Aid

Whats on Offer

• £55,000‑£70,000 basic salary (dependent on experience)
• Car / travel allowance
• Pension & private healthcare
• Bonus scheme
• 25 days annual leave + bank holidays
• Long‑term secured pipeline of industrial projects
• Clear progression route into Senior Construction Manager / Project Manager

Project Locations

• Newport & Cardiff
• Gloucester & wider M4 corridor