Construction Manager - SC Clearance

We're working alongside a facilities management company to help them find a Construction Manager for their multi-million-pound project in the Kent area.

You would be overseeing all building works and heavy structural steel integration as well as direct specialist sub-contract packages while leading technical coordinaton with MEP designers and Civil & Structural Engineers to ensure safe, compliant, and on-schedule delivery.

• Lead the end-to-end delivery of the £12M construction project, ensuring all building works are completed safely, to specification, and within the agreed budget and timeline.
• Oversee critical structural elements, with a heavy emphasis on the successful fabrication and erection of structural mezzanine floor steelworks.
• Continuously monitor project progress against the construction programme, identifying potential delays early and implementing mitigating actions.
• Procure, onboard, and manage specialist sub-contract packages (including steel erectors, cladding, and internal fit-out teams).
• Chair regular subcontractor progress meetings to drive productivity, resolve site conflicts, and maintain strict quality control.
• Ensure all subcontractors adhere to site logistics, method statements, and strict health & safety standards.
• Serve as the primary on-site conduit between the main contractor, MEP designers, and Civil & Structural Engineers.
• Lead regular design coordination workshops to ensure seamless structural, architectural, and MEP integration (managing structural loads, service voids, and plant space requirements).
• Manage the flow of technical information, reviewing and resolving technical queries (RFIs) to keep site operations running smoothly.
• Enforce rigorous quality assurance processes, ensuring all building works meet UK Building Regulations and industry standards.
• Champion health and safety on site, ensuring full compliance with CDM (Construction, Design and Management) regulations.
• Ensure all site records, inductions, and permits are accurately maintained.

• MUST HAVE SC CLEARANCE
• Proven track record of managing multi-million-pound commercial/industrial construction projects as a Senior Site Manager, Project Manager, or Construction Manager.
• Strong background in structural works (particularly steel frames and mezzanine floors) alongside a solid understanding of mechanical, electrical, and plumbing (MEP) systems.
• Degree, HNC, or equivalent in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or Building Services.
• Valid CSCS Black Card
• SMSTS certification
• Desired - Chartered Membership with the CIOB or CABE