Construction Manager

Construction Manager Defence Sector | Full-time On-site | 9-Day Fortnight | Outside IR35 | Competitive Rate | SC Clearance Required The Opportunity We're recruiting an experienced Construction Manager to work full-time on-site at a defence sector facility. You'll be responsible for planning, managing and monitoring construction activities, ensuring safe, compliant and timely delivery across assigned projects. Contract Details: Outside IR35 | Competitive rate | Full-time on-site (07:30-17:30 daily) | 9-day working fortnight | Current SC clearance required This role is for a construction professional with proven experience managing construction work on major projects. You'll work within a heavily regulated defence environment where safety, compliance and professional standards are paramount. You'll need current security clearance and the right construction management qualifications to start. What You'll Be Doing Construction Planning & Management Plan, manage and monitor construction work across assigned projects Establish and maintain construction schedules and milestones Coordinate work packages and manage dependencies Ensure timely delivery within budget and quality parameters Site Operations & Control Manage day-to-day site operations and activities Supervise construction teams and subcontractors Ensure compliance with site procedures and project requirements Monitor progress against plans and take corrective action as needed Safety & Compliance Ensure all construction work is carried out safely and in compliance with legislation and regulations Maintain and promote a strong safety culture on-site Conduct safety briefings and inductions Report and investigate incidents and near-misses Ensure compliance with defence sector and client-specific requirements Quality & Standards Ensure construction work meets quality standards and specifications Monitor workmanship and take action on defects or non-conformances Support quality assurance processes and inspections Maintain records and documentation to support project assurance Stakeholder & Client Liaison Work with project teams and client representatives Report on progress, issues and risks to project management Manage communications with subcontractors and site teams Ensure client requirements are understood and met About You Essential Qualifications & Requirements Current SC (Security Clearance) — you must hold valid clearance to be considered Site Manager or Construction Manager experience — proven track record managing construction work on major projects SMSTS (Site Management Safety Training Scheme) or NEBOSH Construction accreditation CSCS Managers Card with NVQ Level 6 Site Management or equivalent industry-recognised construction safety card (CCNSG Safety Passport or suitable equivalent) Extensive construction/build environment experience — demonstrable success planning, managing and monitoring construction work Strong knowledge of: Health and Safety legislation relevant to construction Defence sector security requirements and procedures Construction planning and programme management Quality standards and compliance requirements Leadership capability — comfortable directing and supervising construction teams and subcontractors Strong communication skills — confident engaging with project teams, clients and site personnel Safety and compliance focused — work with safety and regulatory requirements at the forefront Attention to detail — accuracy essential in construction management and documentation Highly motivated — takes ownership of construction delivery and site management Desirable Industry standard construction qualification — NVQ Level 6, ONC, HNC, HND, Bachelor's or Master's Degree in a relevant discipline Additional NEBOSH or advanced safety qualification Experience on defence sector projects — familiarity with security requirements and regulated environments Experience on large, complex construction programmes Knowledge of construction techniques — Lean, value engineering or similar methodologies BIM or digital site management experience