Construction Manager

Construction Manager – Cambridge (Major Commercial Project)

Location:

Cambridge

Contract:

Permanent, Full-Time (40 hrs/week, 8am start)

Salary: £60k–£65k + Bonus, Transport Allowance, Car Allowance (£6k)

Benefits: BUPA, 28 days annual leave + bank holidays

Join a leading UK construction and development business, renowned for delivering high‑profile commercial projects. The company places a strong focus on quality, safety, innovation, and sustainability, offering an excellent environment for experienced construction professionals to make an impact on technically complex and high‑value developments.

The Construction Manager will oversee one or more packages or areas of work, directing site teams and subcontractors to ensure work is coordinated safely, efficiently, and cost‑effectively. You will play a key role in ensuring the project runs smoothly, from planning and execution through to delivery, maintaining high standards throughout.

• Promote a strong site safety culture and ensure all work complies with statutory regulations and company standards.
• Manage subcontractors, ensuring delivery aligns with drawings, specifications, and project programmes.
• Coordinate labour, materials, and site activities, providing guidance to construction staff and resolving on‑site issues.
• Participate in production control meetings and provide regular progress updates to senior management.
• Collaborate with design teams to facilitate buildability, review technical solutions, and address design challenges.
• Support and mentor junior staff and trainees, fostering development and ensuring clear accountability across the team.

• Extensive experience delivering major commercial building projects, preferably with Tier 1 contractors.
• Proven track record managing facade packages (£30m+), including cladding, fire‑rated details, and technical inspections.
• Strong leadership, communication, and team management skills.
• Construction qualification (HNC or higher); MCIOB/ICE membership desirable.
• Manager’s CSCS card, SMSTS, and First Aid certification.
• Thorough understanding of construction sequencing, site coordination, and programme management.

Full‑time site‑based role, 5 days/week in Cambridge.

No on‑site parking; candidates must use park & ride, public transport, or nearby train stations.

If this opportunity is of interest, please submit your CV to or call (phone number removed), outlining your relevant construction management experience and preferred location (Cambridge).

Job Info

Job Title:

Construction Manager

Company:

Location:

Peterborough, Cambridgeshire

£63000 - £65000 Per annum BUPA, 28 days annual leave + bank ho

Posted:
Feb 18th 2026

Closes:
Mar 21st 2026

Sector:
Construction

Contract:

Permanent

Hours:

Full Time