Senior Construction Manager

We are looking for an ambitious, hands-on Senior Construction Manager who can step in immediately and rapidly revamp, stabilize, and accelerate an active construction project. This role is suited to a decisive leader who thrives under pressure, can take ownership from day one, and has a proven track record of turning around projects, re-establishing control, and driving delivery at pace.

The successful candidate will play a critical role in re-energizing site execution, aligning contractors and consultants, and ensuring the project is brought back on track in terms of programme, quality, cost, and governance.

Immediate availability is essential.

Key Responsibilities

Project Revamp & Acceleration

• Take immediate ownership of ongoing construction works and rapidly assess project status, risks, and bottlenecks.
• Implement corrective strategies to recover lost time, improve productivity, and stabilize site operations.
• Re-sequence works, optimize resources, and drive accelerated delivery where required.

Construction & Site Leadership

• Lead all on-site construction activities across multiple packages and contractors.
• Enforce disciplined execution in line with approved drawings, specifications, and method statements.
• Ensure effective coordination between civil, structural, MEP, and finishing trades.

Programme, Cost & Commercial Control

• Take control of construction schedules and short-term look-ahead programmes.
• Manage variations, claims, and change orders in coordination with commercial teams.
• Support cost control and cash-flow discipline while protecting the project’s commercial position.

Quality, Handover & Standards

• Re-establish strong quality control systems and inspection regimes.
• Lead snagging, testing, commissioning, and phased handover activities.
• Ensure delivery meets high standards appropriate for a premium development.

Health, Safety & Compliance

• Reinforce a zero-tolerance safety culture across site.
• Ensure full compliance with HSE regulations, authority requirements, and best practices.
• Lead incident reviews and implement immediate corrective actions where required.

Stakeholder & Consultant Management

• Act as the primary interface with consultants, authorities, and client representatives.
• Chair site coordination meetings and drive fast, clear decision-making.
• Expedite approvals of shop drawings, materials, and method statements.

Reporting & Governance

• Provide concise, accurate reporting on progress, risks, and recovery actions.
• Escalate critical issues early with practical mitigation plans.
• Support project audits, governance, and compliance processes.

Team Leadership

• Lead, motivate, and realign site teams to deliver under accelerated timelines.
• Set clear expectations, accountability, and performance standards.
• Mentor construction managers, engineers, and supervisors.