Construction Manager

  • Build Recruitment
  • Shrewsbury, Shropshire
  • 02/04/2026
Full time Construction

Job Description

We re working with a leading building services contractor delivering complex, high-value projects across the UK. Due to continued growth, they re looking to appoint an experienced Construction Manager to lead site-based delivery teams.

This role would also suit a Mechanical Site Engineer or Site Manager looking to step up into a Construction Manager position.

The Role

As Construction Manager, you ll take full responsibility for site delivery, leading installation teams and subcontractors across all construction phases.

You will:

  • Lead and manage site-based construction and installation activities
  • Oversee projects from design, engineering and procurement through to completion
  • Ensure all works are delivered safely, efficiently and in line with specifications
  • Drive programme performance, ensuring key milestones are achieved
  • Manage subcontractors, labour and site resources effectively
  • Monitor quality, productivity and site standards
  • Support commercial teams with variations, progress reporting and cost control
  • Lead site meetings with clients and internal stakeholders
  • Ensure full compliance with HSE regulations and company procedures
  • Oversee commissioning, snagging and project handover
You will have:
  • Proven experience in a Construction Manager, Site Manager or Senior Site Engineer role within MEP / Building Services
  • Strong mechanical bias
  • Experience delivering projects from installation through to commissioning and handover
  • Background managing subcontractors and site teams on live projects
  • Solid understanding of programme delivery, site logistics and project coordination

Technical Knowledge

  • Strong understanding of building services systems and MEP installations
  • Experience with method statements, risk assessments and safe systems of work
  • Knowledge of commissioning processes and procedures
  • Understanding of construction contracts and commercial awareness
  • Familiarity with BIM processes and project coordination tools

Qualifications

  • NVQ Level 3 in Construction Site Supervision or similar
  • HNC/HND or equivalent in Building Services / Engineering
  • CSCS (Black Card / ECS / JIB)
  • Relevant Health & Safety qualification
  • SMSTS or equivalent
  • Full UK driving licence

If this role is suitable to your experience, please submit your CV today!