At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead construction projects, ensuring quality and efficiency while managing teams and budgets.
- Company: Join Potter Space, a rapidly growing family-owned property company with a diverse culture.
- Benefits: Enjoy a competitive salary, company car, private medical insurance, and a modern office with a gym.
- Other info: Flexible work environment with opportunities for professional growth and development.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in construction management while working in a supportive and inclusive environment.
- Qualifications: Experience in construction management and strong knowledge of health and safety regulations.
The predicted salary is between 51750 - 63250 £ per year.
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a dynamic and ambitious Construction Manager to join our growing Potter Space team. As the new Construction Manager, you will take a key role in the management of the Construction team with a focus on delivery of new build development and site maintenance programmes. This is a hands-on role where you’ll work closely with internal teams, contractors, and tenants to deliver a proactive, efficient and high quality service.
About us
Potter Space is a rapidly growing family owned industrial and logistics property company with an existing property portfolio of 1.7m sq ft of space over 250 acres across 6 UK business parks. Potter Space is dedicated to helping our customers, communities, and team members thrive. Our mission to provide a 'home for business' drives everything we do. We believe in inclusivity and fostering a diverse workplace where everyone feels valued and respected. We encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds.
The Role
As the Construction Manager you will report into the Head of Construction and will play a key role in the delivery of the next phase of development. The role is based at our new modern headquarters in Leeds City Centre with travel to our sites a key requirement of the role.
Key Responsibilities
- Contract and Project Management
- Ensure projects are executed efficiently, meeting deadlines, quality standards & customer expectations
- Manage all projects with a focus on budget, cost control and financial reporting to the Finance Manager/Finance Director as appropriate, with support/input from the external Quantity Surveyor
- Develop & maintain project schedules and associated resource allocation plan that is live and visible to the wider team
- Chairing/attending pre-start meetings with subcontractors
- Driving operational efficiency through planning, risk management, project controls & Lean principles
- Provide clear reporting on progress, risk and performance to the senior leadership team
- Ensure live projects are performing as per tender documents/pre-start meeting criteria
- Support the Quantity Surveyor with the preparation of tenders and conduct final review/adjudication before they are submitted to the board for approval
- Liaise with internal teams (property, finance & commercial delivery)
- Act as the primary point of contact for customers/tenants and consultants
- Build relationships with customers, suppliers and subcontractors
- Managing external consultants, subcontractors & supply chain partners
Health and Safety
- Ensure health and safety is compliant with HSE regulations and company policy.
- Regular reviewing of H&S documents including RAMS and key paperwork
- Ensure all site personnel are trained and adhere to safety protocols, including method statements and permit-to-work
- Ensure compliance is documented efficiently and effectively
- Conduct performance reviews, training, and support development initiatives to enhance team capabilities
- Provide support/guidance to the construction buyer and contracts administrator
About You
- Organised and structured approach
- Able to challenge internally/externally across seniority levels
- Confident and capable in role - ability to operate independently
- Experience in Construction within commercial/industrial environments
- Strong knowledge of Health & Safety and compliance
- Dependable, flexible and responsible individual with excellent communication and organisational skills
Desirable: SMSTS or equivalent
Location: Leeds-based with UK travel (typical week 2 days office, 3 days sites)
Package:
- Competitive market salary
- Company car
- Private medical insurance and Death in Service cover
- Modern head office including Gym and roof terrace
Applicant Statement
This employer is committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace where everyone, regardless of their ethnicity, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, age, religion, or any other characteristic, feels valued and respected. Accordingly, it is actively encouraged that applications from individuals of all backgrounds are received.
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