Group Lifting Manager

Ardmore have been at the forefront in delivering hundreds of major projects across London. We have established a major reputation for delivery of large-scale phased regeneration schemes. Some of our iconic projects include the Corinthia Hotel, Churchills Old War Office and the NED. We build homes, offices, hotels, schools, medical centres, parks, playgrounds – every facility our great city needs. And we do it with passion. With sensitivity. With style! As Group Lifting Manager, you will take ownership of Ardmore’s lifting governance across all projects—working closely with project teams, Appointed Persons, and HSQE leadership to ensure compliance, safety, and continuous improvement in every lift we plan and deliver. Key Responsibilities: * Own and oversee Ardmore’s lifting procedures across the business, ensuring they meet all legal, safety, and best practice standards. * Maintain the register of Lead Appointed Persons (LAPs), approve appointments, and ensure lifting personnel are competent and properly trained. * Conduct audits, inspections, and reviews of lifting activities to ensure safety and compliance across all project sites. * Collaborate with project leadership, temporary works teams, and engineers to support early lift planning and risk management. * Drive improvements in lifting safety and performance, sharing lessons learned across the business and industry forums. * Support the pre-construction team during bid and early design phases to identify lifting requirements and shape solutions. We’re Looking For: * Minimum 10 years’ experience in complex lifting operations. * CPCS Appointed Persons (A61) – essential. * Proven ability to manage, mentor and assess lifting teams across multiple live projects. * Demonstrable experience in mobile and contract lifts. * Strong understanding of LOLER, BS 7121, CDM Regulations, and relevant lifting legislation. * Confident communicator with project teams and supply chain partners; able to lead, influence and challenge constructively. Company Benefits * Generous Maternity, Adoption & Paternity Pay scheme * Medical Cover (Most pre-existing conditions are covered) – Dependent * Generous amount of holidays, starting with 25 + bank holidays and going up to 29 days + Bank holidays (dependant on length of service), Day off on your birthday also included! * Competitive pension scheme to help you for when you retire * Life Assurance (Paying 4* your salary) * Relevant professional membership fees paid and continued support with your professional growth and Learning * Generous Staff referral scheme, paying up to £3,500 * The opportunity to save up to 25% on your bike via the Cycle to work scheme * Discounts on 100\’s of retailers and Gyms Further Information About the Role Kindly be aware that this advertisement for our job vacancy may not encompass all assigned duties, responsibilities, or aspects of the role described. It is subject to potential amendments at the sole discretion of Ardmore. For a full role profile, please contact us directly. Equal Opportunities Ardmore are an equal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital status, or pregnancy or maternity. Reasonable Adjustments We would like you to perform at your best at every stage of our recruitment process. Please contact us if you require any reasonable adjustments to complete your application. Candidate Privacy Notice As part of our recruitment process for all roles including employees, consultants and subcontractors, we collect and process personal data relating to job candidates and potential candidates. We explain how we use personal information in the Candidate privacy notice. To view our Candidate privacy notice please visit the Ardmore Group website > Working for us > privacy notice