Senior Construction Manager
Location: East Molesey, Surrey
Salary: £60,000 – £70,000 per annum + Package
Position: Permanent
The Opportunity
We are seeking an experienced Senior Construction Manager to take overall responsibility for the day-to-day delivery of a high-specification leisure development in East Molesey, Surrey.
The project involves the construction of a leisure facility incorporating specialist areas such as swimming pools, gym facilities, spa and wellness spaces.
This is a No. 1 on-site position, requiring a strong construction leader capable of managing the entire site operation, leading the site management team and coordinating multiple subcontractors and specialist trades.
We are looking for someone with a proven background delivering complex construction projects, ideally within the leisure, hospitality, health and fitness or swimming pool sectors.
Key Responsibilities
Take overall responsibility for the day-to-day management and operation of the construction site.
Act as No. 1 on site, leading and managing the Site Managers and Logistics Manager.
Drive the construction programme, ensuring works are delivered safely, efficiently and within agreed timescales.
Develop and manage short-term programmes, look-aheads, sequencing and construction phasing.
Coordinate subcontractors and specialist contractors, ensuring adequate resources and productivity.
Provide strong leadership on health and safety, ensuring RAMS, permits, PPE and safe working practices are maintained.
Oversee temporary works and ensure all construction activities comply with project procedures.
Coordinate with technical, design and commercial teams to resolve construction issues and programme constraints.
Maintain high standards of workmanship across structural works, civils, swimming pool construction, building services, external works and high-specification fit-out.
Lead daily site coordination meetings and monitor subcontractor performance.
Oversee quality inspections, snagging, testing, commissioning and final handover.
Identify and proactively manage programme, design, quality and resource risks.
Requirements
Proven experience as a Senior Construction Manager, Construction Manager or Project Construction Manager.
Previous experience acting as No. 1 on site on a substantial construction project.
Experience delivering leisure, hospitality, health and fitness or other complex commercial developments.
Ideally, exposure to swimming pool construction, gyms, spas, wellness facilities or similar specialist environments.
Strong knowledge of construction sequencing, subcontractor management and programme delivery.
Excellent leadership and communication skills, with the ability to manage multiple site teams.
Strong understanding of construction health and safety, quality assurance and temporary works.
Experience coordinating complex M&E installations and specialist subcontractors.
Salary & Package
£60,000 – £70,000 per annum, plus package.
An excellent opportunity for an experienced construction professional to take ownership of a high-profile leisure development.
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Senior Construction Manager - East Molesey, Surrey employer: Buildspace Group
Join a leading Tier 1 Main Contractor in Slough, where you will be part of a dynamic team dedicated to delivering high-quality construction projects across the Thames Valley. Our company fosters a collaborative work culture that prioritises employee growth and development, offering ongoing training and career advancement opportunities. With competitive salaries and a commitment to maintaining a supportive environment, we ensure that our Site Engineers thrive both professionally and personally.
