Construction Manager

Construction Manager – Defence Refurbishment Projects

📍 RAF High Wycombe

💰 £71,000 – £75,000 + Car/Car Allowance

🕒 Full-time, Site-Based

A unique opportunity has arisen for a seasoned Construction Manager to take the lead on high-value commercial refurbishment projects within a secure, defence-based environment.

This role requires a hands-on leader to oversee multiple projects at a single high-security location.

With responsibility for contractor performance, on-site safety, quality control, and programme delivery, the successful candidate will be pivotal in ensuring project success from the ground up.

Key Responsibilities:

* Lead daily site operations across several concurrent refurbishment projects

* Supervise and motivate subcontractors and site teams

* Monitor progress, resolve issues, and ensure project milestones are met

* Liaise with internal project managers and on-site building stakeholders

* Deliver site safety briefings and toolbox talks

* Conduct and manage regular HSEQ inspections, audits, and reporting

* Review and interpret drawings, specifications, and site documentation

* Ensure full compliance with MOD security and safety procedures

Candidate Requirements:

* Hold active security clearance or clearance lapsed within the last 6 months

* Sole UK national, eligible for further security vetting if needed

* 5+ years of experience working for a Tier 1 contractor

* Previous experience managing MOD or highly regulated sites

* Strong background in commercial refurbishments or new builds

* In-depth knowledge of HSEQ processes and legislation

* SMSTS, CSCS, and First Aid certified

* Additional qualifications such as NEBOSH/IOSH, Asbestos Awareness, Legionella Management, and Temporary Works Coordinator (CITB) are highly desirable

Due to the secure nature of the site, only applicants who meet the clearance criteria can be considered