Senior Construction Manager – Capital Works

Senior Construction Manager – Capital Works

Barking, East London

Competitive Salary + Benefits

Fixed-Term Contract (12 Months)

Hybrid Working

Be First is the urban regeneration company for the London Borough of Barking and Dagenham, established to accelerate growth, investment and opportunity across one of London’s most ambitious boroughs. Working at the forefront of regeneration, development and capital delivery, Be First is transforming communities through the delivery of new homes, improved public infrastructure, schools, civic buildings and high-quality public spaces.

With a strong focus on creating sustainable places and delivering lasting social value, Be First works closely with Barking and Dagenham Council, development partners, contractors and local communities to deliver projects that make a real difference to residents and businesses. The organisation has built a reputation for innovation, collaboration and successful delivery, playing a key role in shaping the future of Barking and Dagenham.

Due to continued investment in its capital programme, Be First is seeking an experienced Senior Construction Manager to join its Capital Delivery Team on a 12-month fixed-term basis.

Reporting to the Assistant Construction Director, you will be responsible for managing the successful delivery of a range of capital works projects from feasibility and procurement through to construction and completion. Projects will predominantly consist of refurbishment schemes, although new build and demolition projects may also form part of the portfolio.

You will work closely with internal teams, London Borough of Barking and Dagenham stakeholders, consultants and contractors, ensuring projects are delivered safely, on programme, within budget and to the required quality standards.

The successful candidate will take responsibility for a portfolio of housing, education and built environment projects with a combined annual value of up to £20 million.

• Lead the delivery of multiple housing, education and built environment projects.
• Develop project delivery strategies, programmes and risk management plans.
• Manage projects through feasibility, design development, procurement, construction and handover.
• Oversee the appointment and management of consultants and contractors.
• Manage project budgets, cost plans and financial reporting.
• Monitor contractor performance and challenge programmes where necessary.
• Lead project meetings and provide regular progress updates to senior stakeholders.
• Ensure compliance with construction legislation, building regulations and CDM requirements.
• Support procurement activities and advise on suitable contract and delivery strategies.
• Work collaboratively with local authority teams and stakeholders.
• Provide guidance regarding Section 20 consultation requirements and leaseholder considerations where applicable.
• Lead multidisciplinary project teams and drive successful project outcomes across all stages of delivery.

To be successful in this role, you will have:

• Significant experience delivering construction projects within a local authority, public sector or regulated environment.
• Strong project management and contract administration experience.
• Experience managing refurbishment projects with construction values up to £15 million.
• Knowledge of procurement processes and construction contract management.
• Experience leading multidisciplinary project teams and managing external consultants and contractors.
• Strong financial management and reporting skills.
• Excellent stakeholder management, communication and negotiation abilities.
• A thorough understanding of health and safety legislation, including CDM Regulations.
• Knowledge of Section 20 consultation requirements and leaseholder considerations.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Microsoft Project, Teams and PowerPoint.

Ideally, you will hold Chartered status with RICS or CIOB. However, candidates with relevant construction project management qualifications and demonstrable experience will also be considered.

• Competitive salary and Benefits Package
• Hybrid working arrangement.
• Opportunity to work on high-profile capital investment and regeneration projects.
• Diverse portfolio across housing, education and built environment sectors.
• Exposure to major regeneration and capital programmes.

Goodman Masson are exclusively retained by Be First Regeneration Ltd to manage this appointment. For further information please reach out to Jamie Fitch  or Charlie Mckie Ch