Construction Manager

An exciting opportunity is now available for an experienced Construction Manager to join an established construction and development firm based in Derby.

Priding themselves on their collaborative culture, my client offers you the chance to become an integral part of their business, giving you the chance to truly shine and lead a team of construction professionals.

Part of a larger Property Developer, our client are a versatile and dedicated Construction and Development firm. Based in the East Midlands and operating where required, offering a layered, practical, and professional aid to the construction and property development industry.

Operating as the Construction Manager, you will be responsible for managing the full lifecycle of commercial and residential projects up to £8m in value. As the Construction Manager, you will be supported by site delivery team to ensure quality and progress is maintained throughout delivery.

As the Construction Manager, you will manage anywhere between 4-5 projects across the Midlands, which will be a mix of new build and refurbishment schemes. You will also be involved in the Planning aspects of the projects.

• Managing the efficient and economical execution of contracts under the main contract conditions, producing the maximum return to the company to promote on-going and future work with clients and consultants
• Working in conjunction with the Project Manager and delivery team, ensuring accurate construction whilst maintaining quality and progress
• Provide sound advice, guidance and support to the project team throughout pre-construction and construction phases.
• Promote the well-being of your teams and ensure that an inclusive workplace where diversity of thought, backgrounds and experience is actively encouraged and achieved.
• Manage multiple Projects concurrently with a hands-on and positive approach

The ideal candidate for the Construction Manager job will have a proven track record as a Construction/Contracts Manager in a construction contracting environment, delivering similar projects. You will also need to be proactive, positive and confident communicating at all levels and able to work as part of a team.

• Strong Communication skills
• Person management/Delegation skills
• Experience delivering a mixture of projects including refurbishment, fit-out and new build
• A good understanding of the building regulations, local authority agreements
• A methodical, professional, and collaborative approach
• Ability to organise your workload
• Ability to create a positive and organised site
• SMSTS, CSCS, First Aid, Temporary works
• Knowledge of contract conditions and law within the industry
• Sound commercial awareness with a commitment to health & safety and risk management

As the Construction Manager you will be joining an established construction and development firm with excellent growth plans and exciting upcoming projects.

• You will have a forum to build an established career, surrounded by like-minded individuals.
• Competitive salary and package
• Car allowance
• Excellent working environment
• Variety of projects and reputable regional business

Atkins Search act as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. We specialise in Construction, Consultancy, Residential and Infrastructure recruitment, and service in the East and West Midlands, South Yorkshire, Staffordshire, Lincolnshire, Peterborough, and Northern Home Counties regions.