Details:
- Salary: £80,000 - 90,000 - Annum
- Location: Manchester ENG
- Date: 1 week ago
Description:
Construction Manager – High-Rise Residential New Build
Manchester
£80,000–£90,000 per annum
Permanent | Two positions | Expected start: early Q1 2027
The opportunity
A leading residential developer is appointing two experienced Construction Managers for major high-rise new-build developments in Manchester. These are senior site-delivery positions with responsibility for coordinating construction activity, managing operational teams and ensuring programme, quality and safety targets are achieved.
The role
Working with the Project Director and Project Manager, you will lead the construction strategy across your allocated project or major work packages. You will coordinate site teams, subcontractors, logistics and technical information while maintaining clear control of progress and delivery risk.
Key responsibilities
Lead day-to-day construction delivery on a high-rise new-build project.
Manage Site Managers, supervisors, subcontractors and the wider operational team.
Develop and maintain short-term programmes and monitor progress against key milestones.
Coordinate logistics, sequencing, temporary works, design information and procurement requirements.
Ensure compliance with drawings, specifications, quality standards and building regulations.
Drive high standards of health, safety and environmental performance.
Chair coordination meetings and provide accurate progress and risk reporting.
Identify constraints early and implement effective recovery or mitigation plans.
Support commissioning, completion, handover and defect-management activities.
About you
Proven Construction Manager experience on high-rise new-build developments is essential.
A strong main-contractor or residential-developer background.
Demonstrable experience managing complex projects, multiple work packages and large site teams.
Strong knowledge of high-rise construction methods, sequencing and logistics.
Excellent leadership, planning and stakeholder-management skills.
SMSTS, CSCS and First Aid qualifications are expected.
The package
Salary of £80,000–£90,000 per annum.
Two permanent positions available.
Manchester-based high-rise developments.
Expected project start in early Q1 2027.
Apply with an up-to-date CV for a confidential discussion. Further project allocation, package and interview details will be confirmed during the recruitment process