Construction Manager

Construction Manager - Highways Barnsley Area
6‑Month Contract
£420-£480 per day (Inside IR35)
Your New Company

A leading organisation delivering a range of highways and civil engineering schemes across South Yorkshire is looking to appoint an experienced Construction Manager. You will join a well‑established team managing multiple small‑scale highways projects and ensuring safe, efficient delivery.
Your New Role You will oversee 5-6 concurrent highways projects, ensuring all works are delivered to programme, budget, and quality standards. Typical schemes may include:

Bridge joint replacements
Drainage installations
Surfacing works
Landscaping
Signage installation
General civils activities

This role is predominantly office‑based, with occasional site visits as required.

Key Responsibilities

Labour planning and resource coordination
Liaising with supply chain partners and main clients
Full project management from planning through to completion
Booking and coordinating Traffic Management
Ensuring all Health & Safety standards are met
Monitoring progress, maintaining documentation, and reporting updates
Conducting site visits to review progress and compliance
What You'll Need to Succeed

Highways Passport (essential)
Valid CSCS card
Full UK driving licence
Proven experience managing highways or civils projects
Strong organisational and communication skills
What You'll Get in Return

6‑month contract with potential for extension
Opportunity for the role to become permanent
Competitive day rate of £420-£480 (Inside IR35)
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