22 construction manager jobs found in Plymouth

Role: Resident Engineer Location: Plymouth Duration: 10 months Inside IR35 : Umbrella About our Client Our client is a leading global aerospace, defence, and security company specializing in delivering complex, mission-critical solutions. With a strong heritage in engineering and innovation, they provide essential services across aviation, marine, land, and nuclear sectors, supporting governments, armed forces, and commercial clients worldwide. Renowned for their commitment to safety, sustainability, and technological advancement, our client plays a vital role in ensuring operational excellence for their customers. Join them and be part of a team that drives innovation and delivers cutting-edge solutions in some of the world's most demanding environments. Role Purpose: Ensure the delivery of site Quality Overview: Ensure the delivery of site Quality by managing, providing advice and support, and witnessing the installation and commissioning process through construction...

Role: Resident Engineer Location: Plymouth Duration: 10 months Inside IR35 : Umbrella About our Client Our client is a leading global aerospace, defence, and security company specializing in delivering complex, mission-critical solutions. With a strong heritage in engineering and innovation, they provide essential services across aviation, marine, land, and nuclear sectors, supporting governments, armed forces, and commercial clients worldwide. Renowned for their commitment to safety, sustainability, and technological advancement, our client plays a vital role in ensuring operational excellence for their customers. Join them and be part of a team that drives innovation and delivers cutting-edge solutions in some of the world's most demanding environments. Role Purpose: Ensure the delivery of site Quality Overview: Ensure the delivery of site Quality by managing, providing advice and support, and witnessing the installation and commissioning process through construction...

We’re currently recruiting for an experienced Site Manager to join a Tier 1 contractor on a major live project at HMP Channings Wood. This is an immediate requirement with a strong possibility of extension or a permanent role for the right individual. The Role: You will play a key part in overseeing site operations, with a particular focus on Health & Safety, quality control, and programme management. You will be expected to manage short-term tasks on a daily and weekly basis, while also maintaining a forward-thinking approach with a clear 3–6 month outlook. Key Responsibilities: * Site leadership and coordination of works * Ensuring high standards of H&S compliance * Managing and monitoring quality assurance processes * Daily, weekly, and long-term programme management * Liaising closely with project stakeholders and Tier 1 contractor team * Supporting successful delivery against key project milestones Requirements:...

Site Managers  Newton Abbot  Temporary Position Offering a full portfolio of construction services solutions within the commercial sector, an established Principal Contractor is seeking an experienced Site Manager for a high profile, sensitive scheme near Newton Abbot.  They pride themselves on offering clients a collaborative approach built for their needs and this highly anticipated MOJ Scheme is gathering momentum on site hence they need to expand the team to ensure they are delivering the quality needed against the programme requirements.  The Site Managers will provide support to the existing site team, and assume daily responsibility for running sections of the site, overseeing everything from QA and Health and Safety to managing the supply chain, updating the senior management team and collating/maintaining site records and information.  PC literate, it is essential that the Site Manager has a proven track record at managing projects within a Tier 1 contracting...

Freelance Site Manager - Retail - Nights Job Description We are currently seeking a Retail Site Manager to work for our client's nationwide Retail Roll Out. The successful candidate will be responsible for overseeing delivery of construction work, managing trades staff, overseeing paperwork and providing detailed reports on work carried out. Site Hours - Nights • 1 region per week Key Requirements • Valid SMSTS (Site Management Safety Training Scheme) certification • CSCS (Construction Skills Certification Scheme) Black card • First Aid at Work certification • Asbestos Awareness certification • Fire Marshall If you are interested in this position, please contact Emma Fletcher

Job Title: Commercial Manager (6-Month Contract) – Roads & Highways Location: Swindon (Hybrid: 3 Days On-Site per Week) Day Rate: £600 – £700 per day (Outside IR35) plus accommodation 2 nights Are you an experienced Commercial Manager with expertise in NEC4 contracts and a proven track record in the civils and infrastructure sector? Do you thrive in fast-paced environments and excel at managing commercial risk, change control, and client relationships? If so, this 6-month contract role could be an excellent fit for you. About the Company: We are recruiting for a Commercial Manager on behalf of a global leader in civil engineering and infrastructure solutions, with a strong focus on roads and highways projects. They deliver sustainable infrastructure and transport projects across the UK and internationally. The Role: This assignment for a Commercial Manager is a fantastic opportunity to join a major town regeneration project as it nears completion, managing key commercial...

Abatec is assisting a Tier-1 contractor on the AMP8 Framework with the recruitment of a Freelance Project Manager. The successful candidate will have worked within the water sector and have experience of multi-disciplinary water and wastewater treatment works. This will integrate into the project delivery team and will include client facing factors. As a Freelance Project Manager, you will: * Review and development of management pathways including subsequent reporting * Management of design consultants and Tier 1 contractors * Management of whole life cycle pre-construction to handover of projects * Reporting internally on finance and programme. * Engagement with communication team with both internal and external stakeholders * Managing change control. Our client requires a Freelance Project Manager with: * A background of working on water/utilities frameworks. * A good understating of construction health & safety protocols i.e. Health and Safety at...

About this Role: We are looking for an experienced M+E manager ideally with student accommodation experience for one of the biggest projects in the area from initial preconstruction through to delivery over the next 3 years on this flagship project. About the Company/Client/Project: My client is a renowned UK M+E sub contractor working on projects from £ 10 - 50 million in value from high tech R&D facilities to hospitals, offices and complex government engineering projects on some of the most iconic buildings in the country. The project is in excess of £ 80 million in value and candidates must have experience of working start to finish on complex schemes for main contractors on high M+E value projects from initial design and technical areas though to the QA and delivery of the sub-contractor works across the scheme through to commissioning stages. This is a live project and working with the growing team you will be pivotal and the lead Mechanical and electrical...

JOB TITLE: LABOURER LOCATION: PADSTOW, PL28 Are you a Labourer looking for a new opportunity then call Harshita at Set Square Exeter as we need you... You will be working IN PL28 Site experience is required for this role and will be for a minimum of 8-12 weeks. a cscs card is essential. Pay and benefits: A competitive pay rate of £15-£16 per hour, and our payment options available are PAYE, and umbrella with payments made weekly in arrears. Work Schedule: Mon to Fri 7.30am to 5pm (9 hours paid per day). Duties and Responsibilities will include :Assisting site trades, Moving materials, Keeping the site tidy, Working as part of a team, Reporting to the Site Manager. Do you see yourself as a cscs carded Labourer who has these skills: Experience working in a similar role or eager to start a career in the construction industry, Construction experience (preferred but not essential). Hold a CSCS GREEN CARD (essential). Be reliable and punctual. Proof of right to work in the UK....

Site Manager required in Truro, Cornwall on a 14-16 week hospital Support team office refurbishment to start in June. This is a a NEC contracted project so the person must have experience of working under NEC contracts and ideally on hospital projects in a Live environment. Rate: £310 per shift (No uplift for accommodation) Hours: 7am-6pm Mondays-Fridays Must posses all of the following; * CSCS Black or gold card * SMSTS * First Aid at Work * Asbestos Awarness * Manual Handling certificate * Proof of right to work in the UK * Experience or working on NEC contracts * Refurbishments of hospitals

O'Neill & Brennan are seeking a Gateman to join a residential project in Bideford. Your new role As a Gateman, you will be responsible for managing the entrance and exit of the construction site, ensuring the safety and security of the premises. Your duties will include: • Controlling access to the site by checking identification and permits. • Monitoring and recording the arrival and departure of vehicles and personnel. • Ensuring that all visitors and workers adhere to site safety protocols. • Reporting any suspicious activity or security breaches to the site manager. • Maintaining a log of daily activities and incidents. • Assisting with general site duties as required. What you'll need to succeed • Previous experience in a similar role is preferred. • Strong communication and interpersonal skills. • The ability to work independently and as part of a team. • Attention to detail and a proactive approach to problem-solving. • Basic understanding of health and safety...

Do currently work in or have a passion for Construction? Are you a Labourer currently looking for work? Do you hold a valid CSCS card? If the answers are yes, we have roles opening with a reputable Construction company. *Role: Labourer *Location: Tiverton, Devon *Contract type: Temporary (Full time) *Duration: Ongoing *Start date: ASAP *Fawkes & Reece contact: Ellie (Southampton Office) The role: As the site Labourer you will be responsible for assisting with site clearance, moving materials, cleaning various areas including finished houses for handover and assisting traders where needed. About you: *Ideally you will have previous working experience in a labouring position. You will be comfortable lifting and shifting materials throughout the day. *If asked you will be happy working on the gate. *You will be conscious of health and safety on site and will be weary of others who are working alongside of you. *You will arrive on time, finish your shift at the times allocated...

I am working alongside a leading UK tier 1 main contractor. They are looking to onboard a General foreman to help deliver an ongoing project in Plymouth. My client operate across the UK delivering projects across multiple sectors including infrastructure, transport and Nuclear. General foreman responsibilities; * Ensure the coordination of works between all parts of the operational project team. * Build and develop the team to deliver all aspects of the project requirements; identify training, review performance, and ensure delivery of briefings. * Provide, monitor, and control labour plant and materials to meet the programme. * Manage supply chain and the direct workforce. * Ensure high standard of quality on the works to meet the specification ‘first time’ and minimise rework. * Assist engineering team with working method and outputs for production of method statements and programme. * Ensure accurate, legible, and up-to-date allocation sheets are recorded...

One of RHL's long established Oil & Gas sector clients is now actively seeking applications for an experienced Mechanical Project Engineer on a PAYE contract basis or fixed term direct hire. This role will planning and managing a programme of works relating to fuel storage operations on a fuels site in Plymouth. Home based + travel Negotiable day rate Plan, manage and execute the programme of works for mechanical engineering tasks associated with Major Projects delivery in line with company standards and relevant UK / European legislation. Develop mechanical scopes of work relevant to all stages of the project lifecycle. Complete activities required on specified Major Projects ensuring they are fully compliant with company policies, procedures and legal requirements, particularly safety and ensuring safe systems of work. Liaise with members of the company Technical Authority Team and Asset Integrity Team, within the Engineering Division, on engineering/safety standards...

Job Title: Quantity Surveyor - Power Transmission and Distribution Services Location: Plymouth - Hybrid (Home based & site visits) About Us: We are a specialist provider of high-quality solutions in the power transmission and distribution industry. Our projects include high-voltage transmission lines, substations, and grid connections, supporting the transition to a cleaner energy future. We are currently seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Quantity Surveyor to join our team and manage the financial aspects of our projects. The Role: As a Quantity Surveyor, you will be responsible for managing the full commercial process, from cost estimation to final accounts. You will collaborate with project managers, clients, and suppliers to ensure projects are delivered within budget, while upholding quality and compliance standards. Key Responsibilities: * Prepare cost estimates, budgets, and pricing documents for transmission and distribution projects. * Manage procurement...

Experienced Estimator /QS - Torquay - £55,000 to £60,000 depending on experience We are currently in search for an experienced Qs to support a Building and maintenance company based in Torquay, carrying out domestic and commercial projects throughout Devon. The Estimator/QS can be paid as self-employed or on an employed basis, to join their busy and efficient team. Main Duties to include initial site visits, costing full construction projects including completing a full take off/measure of the works, obtaining quotations for subcontract packages and materials and building up rates to get a complete all-in cost for the project. Projects may involve traditional plan and specification, traditional bills of quantities or design and build projects without quantities. Ability and willingness to manage projects to completion, including timely stage payments, would be an advantage. This is a full-time postion for the right candidate If you are interested in this vacancy then...

Job Title: Accounts Assistant Location: Torbay area (Hybrid working) Pay rate: £14-£15 per hour Hours: Flexible Working Hours Monday - 25 - 30 hours Hybrid Duration: Temporary for a couple of months with potential to lead to permanent! We are proud to be working with a leading construction company for South West who are looking for an experienced and confident Accounts Assistant with a strong background using Xero. Your Duties: Prepare, send, and manage customer and supplier invoices. Ensure all bank transactions are accurately recorded and reconciled. Accurately allocate incoming payments to the correct accounts and invoices. Input and process invoices into the Xero accounting system in a timely and accurate manner. Ensure VAT is correctly accounted for in all transactions and assist in preparing VAT returns. Assist in maintaining accurate financial records, including accounts payable and receivable. Support payroll processing, ensuring accurate and timely payments to...

We are looking for an Electrician in the Devon area to join a growing and well-established contractor. You will benefit from a competitive hourly rate, company van and fuel card, standby pay, and the opportunity to transition into a permanent role. You'll be working across a variety of projects including housing associations and private customers. As an Electrician, you will be required to: Carry out electrical installations including ventilation systems, lighting, Solar PV systems, and heating controls Ensure all works comply with MCS standards, company procedures, and the 18th Edition Wiring Regulations Carry out repairs, remedial works, and urgent call-outs Manage your own workload and job updates via a handheld device Order required parts and liaise with residents and clients professionally Produce all required job sheets, certificates, and documentation Collaborate with the wider team and project managers to meet job quality standards Maintain and calibrate tools and...

Anglian Home Improvements is a reputable provider of top-tier installation services for windows, doors, conservatories, and roof trims. As our business continues to grow, we are looking for experienced and reliable self-employed installers to partner with us on a contract basis. If you take pride in your work and have a keen eye for detail, we want to hear from you. We are seeking skilled Self-Employed Window, Door, Conservatory, and Roof Trim Installer to collaborate with us on various projects. As a self-employed contractor, you will be responsible for managing your own schedule, tools, and transportation while delivering high-quality installation services to our clients. You will work on diverse projects, ensuring all installations meet our stringent standards for safety and craftsmanship. Key Responsibilities Install and fit windows, doors, and conservatories with precision, ensuring they are level, secure, and weatherproof. Accurately measure and cut materials for a perfect...

Electrician x2 (or Electrician + Mate) Newquay £25 per hour 8 weeks work Electrician required for a Modular Build Accommodation block Duties to include all elements of containment and 2nd fixing as the project progresses. you will be required to complete a DBS (we can support with this) and complete a security / vetting application for more information please call David Bates at ARM on (phone number removed) Disclaimer: This vacancy is being advertised by either Advanced Resource Managers Limited, Advanced Resource Managers IT Limited or Advanced Resource Managers Engineering Limited ("ARM"). ARM is a specialist talent acquisition and management consultancy. We provide technical contingency recruitment and a portfolio of more complex resource solutions. Our specialist recruitment divisions cover the entire technical arena, including some of the most economically and strategically important industries in the UK and the world today. We will never send your CV without your...