Construction Manager

My client is embarking on a major programme of upgrades and new developments across their UK estate — large-scale, complex projects where safety, engineering quality and operational continuity are absolutely critical.

To deliver this, they’re looking for a hands‑on, site‑first Construction Manager who has acted as a Principal Contractor (or effectively performed that responsibility) within a UK environment.

Someone who leads from the ground, not the office.

Someone who lives and breathes CDM, safety and compliance. Someone who is at their best on site, every day
, guiding contractors, solving problems, and setting the tone.

For the first 18 months
, you’ll be fully embedded across sites in Northamptonshire and the East Midlands
— playing a pivotal role in delivering major civils and infrastructure projects while ensuring minimal disruption to live operations.

From there, the role expands into a national remit
, covering sites across the UK. You’ll take end‑to‑end ownership of project delivery, often staying away Monday–Friday to ensure continuity and momentum on site.

This isn’t a desktop role.

It’s a role for someone who thrives in the mud, the movement, the technical challenge — and who knows the value of being physically present on the ground.

• Acting as the Client’s representative for Principal Contractor duties
• Full CDM compliance and site safety leadership
• Contractor management and daily on‑site coordination
• RAMS, temporary works and safety documentation
• Ensuring projects hit timelines, quality standards and budgets
• Driving continuous improvement and best practice across sites

• A proven Construction Manager who has worked as (or effectively been) the Principal Contractor
• Experienced in civils, infrastructure, utilities, energy or process plant environments
• Deep understanding of CDM Regulations
• Practical, grounded, straightforward — but strong enough to challenge when needed
• Happy to travel nationally and stay away Mon–Fri
• Someone who doesn’t just follow safety standards — they set them
• NEBOSH / SMSTS (or equivalent)

If you want a role where you can genuinely shape delivery, elevate standards, and be the person everyone relies on when the pressure is on — this is an exceptional opportunity.