Senior Construction Manager

Senior Construction Manager 12 month Contract Location - Manchester We are recruiting for an experienced Senior Construction Manager to lead the safe and successful delivery of major construction projects within a…

Contract type Contract
Posted 7 September 2026

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Senior Construction Manager

12 month Contract

Location - Manchester

We are recruiting for an experienced Senior Construction Manager to lead the safe and successful delivery of major construction projects within a highly regulated environment. This role will be responsible for overseeing site activities, managing contractors, ensuring compliance with health and safety standards, and driving projects through to completion.

Key Responsibilities

Lead construction delivery, ensuring projects are completed safely, on time, and to quality standards.
Manage contractors, subcontractors, and site teams while maintaining compliance with project requirements.
Oversee construction planning, reporting, and progress monitoring.
Coordinate with project stakeholders to resolve issues and support successful project delivery.
Ensure compliance with CDM regulations, safety procedures, and environmental requirements.

Requirements

Significant construction management experience on large-scale projects.
Strong understanding of construction contracts and project delivery.
Knowledge of CDM Regulations and health and safety management.
Degree-qualified in Engineering (or equivalent) with IOSH certification.
Experience working within highly regulated industries.

Desirable

Nuclear industry experience.
Knowledge of nuclear site licence conditions.
NEBOSH qualification and/or Master's Degree in Engineering.
Experience managing crane operations and major lifting activities.

An IR35 assessment for tax purposes is required for this engagement. In order to determine the Limited Company's correct IR35 status, an individual Limited Company assessment will be required.

Ready for your next challenge? Join a dynamic project environment where your leadership and expertise will play a key role in delivering major construction programmes. Submit your application today to be considered.

This vacancy is being advertised by Belcan

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