Construction Manager

Cloud Online Recruitment; Manchester; On-site; GBP 50,000 - GBP 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction management company is seeking a Construction Manager for the Manchester Airport Premier Inn project. In this role, you will oversee on-site construction activities, ensuring that projects meet safety, quality, and contractual standards. You will lead site teams and subcontractors while managing delivery under tight timelines. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in construction management within the UK and a strong knowledge of health and safety legislation. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to a high-profile project.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Construction Manager in UK construction projects.
• Strong experience managing subcontractors and multiple work packages.
• Valid CSCS card and knowledge of UK Health & Safety legislation.
• Typically 8–10 years' relevant construction experience.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day construction activities ensuring project alignment.
• Ensure compliance with Health, Safety and Environmental requirements.
• Monitor progress against the project programme and manage quality.
• Facilitate coordination between subcontractors and all project parties.
• Ensure completion and handover activities are planned and executed.

Skills

Strong communication

Proactive problem-solving

Site management

Team leadership

Education

Relevant professional qualifications in construction or engineering

Job description

The Construction Manager will report to the Project Manager and will be responsible for the overall management and coordination of on-site construction activities for the Manchester Airport Premier Inn project.

The role requires an experienced and delivery-focused professional who will ensure that works are completed safely, to the required quality standards, within programme and in line with contractual and company requirements, while positively representing BCEGI to clients and external stakeholders.

What you’ll be doing – Key Duties / Responsibilities

With a flexible approach to supporting all BCEGI activities, responsibilities will include but are not limited to:

Take responsibility for the day-to-day management of construction activities on site, ensuring alignment with the Contract, project procedures and BCEGI standards.

Lead and coordinate site teams, subcontractors and work packages to achieve programme, quality and safety objectives.

Monitor contractor performance and ensure works are executed in accordance with the latest contract drawings, specifications and documentation.

Health, Safety & Environmental Management

Ensure full compliance with all legal, project and BCEGI Health, Safety and Environmental (HSE) requirements.

Implement and monitor safe systems of work, ensuring HSE duties and responsibilities are understood and followed across the site.

Carry out regular site inspections and risk reviews, ensuring corrective actions are implemented promptly.

Programme, Quality & Performance

Monitor progress against the accepted baseline programme and take appropriate action to mitigate delays or risks.

Ensure Inspection & Test Plans (ITPs) are in place, adhered to and recorded appropriately.

Implement construction quality surveillance and monitoring processes, including snagging and defect management using Fieldview.

Promote a “right first time” approach to quality and workmanship.

Commercial & Contract Management

Administer contracts with BCEGI subcontractors in accordance with contractual requirements.

Identify potential claims and variations, taking proactive steps to mitigate risk and cost exposure.

Evaluate subcontractor claims, ensuring they are properly substantiated, processed and resolved in a timely manner.

Maintain accurate records in line with contract and project requirements for audit, reference and handover purposes.

Coordination, Communication & Reporting

Facilitate effective coordination between subcontractors and other parties, ensuring interface issues are resolved promptly.

Coordinate and chair site meetings as required, ensuring accurate minutes are recorded, issued and agreed.

Monitor and manage correspondence to and from contractors, ensuring timely responses and closure of actions.

Provide regular progress updates and weekly reports to the Project Management team.

Completion & Close-Out

Ensure contractors adequately plan for completion and close-out activities.

Support handover and completion processes, ensuring all required documentation is completed and retained in line with project requirements.

What we’re looking for – Person Specification

Work Experience / Expectations

Proven experience working as a Construction Manager or in a senior site management role within UK construction projects.

Strong experience managing subcontractors, site teams and multiple work packages under JCT or similar forms of contract.

Experience working on live, constrained or operational sites.

Ability to manage programme delivery while maintaining effective site controls and reporting.

Typically 8–10 years’ relevant construction experience (desirable).

Qualifications / Health & Safety Requirements

Relevant professional qualifications in construction, engineering or a related discipline, or demonstrable equivalent experience.

Valid CSCS card.

Strong working knowledge of UK Health & Safety legislation, including CDM Regulations.

Personal Qualities

Proactive, professional and delivery-focused, with a strong sense of ownership and accountability.

Able to communicate effectively with site teams, subcontractors, consultants and client representatives.

Well organised, with the ability to manage competing priorities in a live construction environment.

Calm and resilient under pressure, with sound judgement and attention to detail.

Demonstrates professionalism, integrity and a strong commitment to BCEGI values.

Leads by example, setting and maintaining high standards across the site.

Takes responsibility for resolving issues promptly and effectively.

Proactively identifies risks and implements practical mitigation measures.

Works collaboratively to support effective site operations and successful project delivery.

Maintains a professional and solutions-focused approach at all times.