40 construction manager jobs found

Client: Our client is a nationally renowned M&E Contractor who turnover in excess of £250M. With numerous offices throughout the country their client base ranges from end users to large main contractors, including: Kier, Morgan Sindall, Wates and Carillion. They specialise in technically challenging projects within the Datacentre, Pharmaceutical, Healthcare, Residential and R&D sectors. Following the appointment on a major project in Suffolk, they are looking to recruit a Mechanical Construction Manager. Role: Mechanical Construction Manager – Suffolk – Day Rate £325 - £375 per day (CIS) Reporting to a Lead Project Manager the successful candidate will be responsible for managing a £80m M&E package within their own discipline. Key to this role is managing the project at site level; ensuring it is completed on time, to a high quality and within budget. Role/Responsibilities: ·        Design Review (scope gaps / clashes) ·        Short term programming. ·...

Our client, a leading organisation in the construction sector, is currently seeking a Construction Assurance Manager to join their dynamic team. This contract role involves working on major projects, primarily focusing on the HS2 route between Birmingham and Brackley. Key Responsibilities: Ensuring quality assurance standards are met on all construction activities Overseeing the implementation of health and safety protocols on site Managing and reviewing earthworks and other civil engineering specialities Coordinating with project teams to ensure timely and efficient project completion Conducting site inspections and audits to enforce compliance with industry standards Preparing detailed reports on project progress and quality assurance findings Collaborating with stakeholders and ensuring effective communication across all project phases Providing technical guidance and support on construction methodologies and best practices Job Requirements: Significant experience in quality...

A client of ours are looking for a Project Manager to work nationwide on their Electrical Transmission frameworks, with upcoming projects in the South West / South Wales. You'll oversee a portfolio of M&E projects, guiding them from start to finish while ensuring top standards in health, safety, and environmental management. This will be a 6-month contract starting on 16/02/2026. Key Responsibilities: Leading the construction team in delivering a portfolio of M&E projects through the end to end process from project initiation to completion Strategic health, safety and environmental management and leadership to drive the highest standards Delivery of the projects portfolio to the agreed time, cost and quality requirements Work closely with the planning team to ensure delivery programmes are in place and progress is monitored Drive the Project team ethos to ensure the Construction Manager, Commercial Manager, Design Lead and Project Engineers function as a cohesive...

Client: Our client is an established specialist plumbing and pipework contractor who have been operating for over 25 years and have strong technical capability in mechanical systems in commercial and industrial sectors. They are versatile in scope: new build, shell & core, fit-outs and refurbishments. Project values tend to range between £5,000-£2,500,000. Their client base include several well known Tier 1 building services contractors. Role: Mechanical Project Manager – Reading - £350-£400 per day Responsibilities: ·        Reviewing design liaising with client and consultants ·        RFIs – Liaison with client team and sub contractors ·        Value Engineering where applicable ·        Programming of works ·        Health & Safety management (RAMs) ·        Commercial Responsibility ·        Team Coordination (overseeing engineers, construction managers and supervisors) ·        Progress meetings with client and internal meetings ·        Overseeing...

Senior Contracts Manager About the Opportunity A leading UK infrastructure organisation is seeking two experienced Senior Contracts Managers to join its Procurement & Commercial (P&C) function, supporting a major onshore capital delivery programme within the transmission sector. These roles offer the chance to support some of the largest and most strategically important projects in the UK, contributing directly to national infrastructure growth. Candidates from both client-side and contractor-side backgrounds are welcome. While energy-sector experience is beneficial, it is not essential. The Role As a Senior Contracts Manager, you will play a critical role in both the pre‑contract and post‑contract phases of high‑value infrastructure projects (typically £50m-£500m). Your responsibilities will include: Negotiating contract terms and conditions for large-scale capital projects and leading commercial management throughout project delivery. Managing commercial teams,...

Contracts Manager About the Organisation A leading UK infrastructure organisation is expanding its Procurement & Commercial function to support a major onshore capital delivery programme. The company is responsible for delivering large‑scale, complex projects that are critical to long‑term national infrastructure development. Due to continued growth, the organisation is recruiting three Contracts Managers to join a high‑performing commercial team. The Opportunity As a Contracts Manager, you will play a key role in providing both pre‑ and post‑contract procurement and commercial support for high‑value capital projects, ranging from £50M to £500M. This position is well‑suited to candidates from a Quantity Surveying background, whether from a client‑side or contractor‑side environment. Experience within the energy or utilities sector is beneficial but not essential. Key Responsibilities In this role, you will: Support senior commercial leaders in negotiating contractual...

HSEQ Systems Assistant Our prestigious Norwich based client, part of a cluster of internationally renowned research organisations are seeking a HSEQ Systems assistant to join their busy team in a primarily administrative and coordination support role. This is a full time position based on a 12 month FTC in Norwich. This position may be extended subject to business requirements and the satisfactory performance of the post holder. Skills, Education & Qualifications * 5 GCSEs at grade C/4 or above, including English and Mathematics. * Minimum Level 3 qualification in Business or Administration (e.g., NVQ Level 3 in Business Administration or equivalent experience). * Working knowledge of UK Health and Safety legislation and relevant compliance standards e.g. Risk assessments, Code of Practices. * Supporting Health & Safety management systems, document control, or compliance monitoring in a facilities, research, or administrative environment. * Managing...

Health and Safety Advisor | London and South East Region Project: Civil Infrastructure Portfolio Rate: £300 per day Duration: Month to Month Irwin and Colton have been engaged by a well-established civil engineering contractor to support the delivery of key infrastructure works across London and the South East. The role will focus primarily on civil and utilities projects for major water providers, operating within long-term framework arrangements. They have built a strong reputation for quality delivery, professional standards, and consistent framework performance. Responsibilities of the Health and Safety Advisor will include: Working closely with the health and safety team and senior management, ensuring the health and safety management system is implemented effectively Visiting sites, auditing health and safety performance and acting as the primary point of contact on health and safety matters Accurately reporting on health and safety performance and communicating this...

Design Manager - Water Industry Location: Manchester / Hybrid Contract: 12 month contract Rate: £355 to £445 per day (outside IR35) An established engineering and construction contractor is seeking an experienced Senior Civil Design Engineer to support the delivery of civil design solutions across regulated clean and wastewater projects in the UK. This is a contract opportunity suited to candidates with strong technical capability, leadership experience, and a background in the water sector. The Projects you'll be working on Varied projects across the UK water industry, including: Designs of UMON 3 and 4 upgrades at sewage treatment works nationwide Designs of clean water main replacements nationwide Key Responsibilities Manage, direct and develop engineers, CAD technicians and graduates. Grow the design team and maintain a positive ethos and attitude within the team. Lead the design process on multidisciplinary water industry projects. Challenge, improve and shape...

Design Manager - Water Industry Location: Manchester / Hybrid Contract: 12 month contract Rate: £355 to £445 per day (outside IR35) An established engineering and construction design specialist is seeking an experienced Design Manager to support the delivery of projects across regulated clean and wastewater projects in the UK. This is a contract opportunity suited to candidates with strong technical capability, leadership experience, and a background in the water sector. The Projects you'll be working on Varied projects across the UK water industry, including: Designs of UMON 3 and 4 upgrades at sewage treatment works nationwide Designs of clean water main replacements nationwide Key Responsibilities Manage, direct and develop engineers, CAD technicians and graduates. Grow the design team and maintain a positive ethos and attitude within the team. Lead the design process on multidisciplinary water industry projects. Challenge, improve and shape formal processes and...

The Project Site Coordinator assists the Site Manager and the site team in all administrative tasks of the site, supporting a structured and organized office, implementing all business and project approved processes, and enabling site resources to concentrate solely on their core competence scope. Responsibilities: Collect, organise, and administrate reports regarding progress. Support with the creation of progress, site, project, and management presentations. Attend meetings; take and distribute minutes of meetings and track the progress of the defined actions items. Perform/coordinate the site onboarding and provide guidance to new employees arriving to work in the construction sites. Track site personnel timesheets and working hours. Maintain a track record with table and charts of this information and share with required departments in the business. Keep an updated record of Client personnel on site. Support the Site team with different reporting needs as may be required....

Induction & Access Coordinator Role The Induction & Access Coordinator, as an essential part of the wider security team, is responsible for the smooth operation of the project wide access control and workforce management system. Reporting to the Induction and Access Lead, the successful candidate will act as the go to for anything Induction related queries for all 23 main site compounds and offices, managing all aspects of the induction process, knowledge of the competency framework, managing the workforce management system as per requirements set by project stakeholders. They will be approachable, a team player and must have excellent communication skills to assist in liaising with our staff, sub-contractors and visitors. The Induction & Access Coordinator is responsible for: Managing Access control Understanding competency management when uploading and verifying documents Managing the induction day for the project Troubleshooting with supply chain organizational...

A client of ours are looking for a Site Manager/Supervisor for their ground mount solar farm project in the East Midlands area. This will be a 7-month contract starting ASAP. For this role, you MUST have previous experience of working on a ground mount solar farm and have your 3-day First Aid, SMSTS/SSSTS and either a Black or Gold CSCS card. Our client has also requested someone with a civil or mechanical bias. Key Responsibilities: Manage day-to-day site operations to ensure safe, efficient project delivery Coordinate subcontractors, suppliers, and on-site personnel Monitor progress against programme, reporting updates to the Project Manager Ensure compliance with H&S regulations, RAMS, and quality standards Oversee civil/mechanical construction activities Conduct site inspections, resolve issues, and maintain accurate documentation Requirements: Previous experience of working on a ground mount solar farm, ideally large-scale, in a managerial/supervisory position...

Our client is seeking a Quality Manager for a long-term, full-time contract position, based in Manchester. This role is integral to a large rail infrastructure project, with hybrid work options available and falls inside IR35 regulations. Key Responsibilities: Developing and overseeing quality assurance frameworks for the project Defining operating protocols to ensure consistent quality execution Running root cause analysis workshops to identify and solve quality issues Managing non-conformance close-outs efficiently Scheduling and conducting audits and site surveillance activities Leading a team to ensure quality standards are met and maintained Collaborating with other project stakeholders to uphold quality requirements Ensuring compliance with all relevant quality and safety regulations Job Requirements: Experience in quality management, particularly within the rail or civil construction sectors Strong skills in quality engineering and assurance Previous experience leading a...

Client: My client has established themselves as one of the UK’s premier M&E contractors. Following their formation almost 75 years ago, they have grown their turnover to over £300m per annum. The business boasts an envious track record of delivering some of the UK’s and London’s landmark projects. Typically they specialise in major shell and core projects in sectors such as; commercial offices, healthcare, pharmaceutical and education. Despite their size, this Tier 1 M&E Contractor has fantastic staff retention rates with a reputation for looking after their staff. They offer excellent exposure and internal training schemes with a hands-on approach to developing their staff.  Role:  Mechanical Project Manager – London – £400-£500 per day The successful candidate will be overseeing flagship Commercial new build valued up to £30 million M&E. Responsibilities: Managing all elements of the defined Mechanical package, From design to delivery into service. Ensuring all...

Client: My client has established themselves as one of the UK’s premier M&E contractors. Following their formation almost 75 years ago, they have grown their turnover to over £300m per annum. The business boasts an envious track record of delivering some of the UK’s and London’s landmark projects. Typically they specialise in major shell and core projects in sectors such as; commercial offices, healthcare, pharmaceutical and education. Despite their size, this Tier 1 M&E Contractor has fantastic staff retention rates with a reputation for looking after their staff. They offer excellent exposure and internal training schemes with a hands-on approach to developing their staff.  Role:  Electrical Project Manager – London – £400-£500 per day The successful candidate will be overseeing flagship Commercial new build valued up to £30 million M&E. Responsibilities: Managing all elements of the defined electrical package, From design to delivery into service. Ensuring all...

Environment & Sustainability Manager -WAMITAB, CSCS card Role The Environment & Sustainability team is supporting the construction phase of the main Works Civils Contract within the London area, providing strategic oversight to achieving client, programme and parent company objectives & targets. This role as Environmental Manager will be responsible for Non-Hazardous Waste Transfer Station operated under an Environment Agency Bespoke Waste Management Permit. This facility receives tunnel arising soils by conveyor and transfers it via rail to disposal facilities. The successful candidate shall act as the Technically Competent Manager (COCT) as per the WAMITAB scheme, as required under the Environment Agency permit. Key Responsibilities All responsibilities required as the Technically Competent Manager (COCT) for the WET site as per the WAMITAB scheme, as required under the Environment Agency permit. Ensure compliance with all conditions of the Environmental Permit,...

Technical Project Manager Location: Cheltenham - Hybrid Salary: Up to £75,000 + £8,000 car allowance Contract: Fixed-term contract (circa 18 months) Our client, a leading organisation within the industrial and energy transition space, is seeking a Technical Project Manager to lead the delivery of a new showcase boiler house project at its Cheltenham site. This is a hands-on, site-based role focused on the technical execution and delivery of a complex construction and engineering programme, from early concept through to commissioning. You’ll play a key role in delivering a high-profile project with strong visibility across senior stakeholders. What you’ll do Take full ownership of the project lifecycle, from concept and design through to build, commissioning, and handover Coordinate and manage external contractors, including electrical, M&E, lifting and logistics partners Lead and align a broad internal project team across engineering, R&D, facilities, maintenance,...

Construction Lifting Operations Specialist | Europe Project: Data Centre Portfolio Rate: up to £600 a day with travel expenses Duration: Initial 3 Months Contract (potential for extension) Location: Home-based with travel across Europe Irwin and Colton have been engaged by a global data centre operator to appoint a Construction Lifting Operations Specialist to support a targeted European assessment programme. This role will focus on auditing, analysing and improving lifting operations across multiple live construction sites throughout Europe. This is a specialist position requiring deep technical lifting expertise. The successful individual will operate independently across sites, assessing lifting practices, identifying trends and producing clear, practical action plans to improve standards. Key Responsibilities: Auditing lifting operations across multiple European construction sites, including crane and non-crane lifting activities Reviewing lift planning processes,...

MEP Quantity Surveyor (Contract) Location: Woking Project: Laboratory Duration: 12-month contract Start: ASAP Rate: £400 – £480 per day (dependent on experience and relevant project history) Overview We are seeking an experienced MEP Quantity Surveyor to support the delivery of a technically complex laboratory project in Woking. This is a long-term contract opportunity working with an established project team on a high-value scheme. Key Responsibilities Full commercial management of mechanical and electrical packages from pre-construction through to project completion Cost planning, forecasting, and regular commercial reporting Managing variations, change control, and valuations Preparation and agreement of interim applications and final accounts Subcontractor procurement and commercial management Working closely with project managers, engineers, and client-side teams Ensuring commercial compliance in a highly regulated environment Requirements Proven experience...