1,320 Construction Operations jobs in the United Kingdom

• Lead the planning, execution, and closeout of construction projects remotely.
• Develop and manage detailed project schedules, budgets, and resource allocation.
• Oversee contract administration and manage relationships with clients, subcontractors, and suppliers.
• Identify, assess, and mitigate project risks and issues.
• Ensure compliance with all safety regulations, building codes, and quality standards.
• Conduct virtual site inspections and progress monitoring using advanced technologies.
• Facilitate regular virtual project meetings and ensure clear communication across all project stakeholders.
• Manage project documentation, including reports, drawings, and permits.
• Drive project efficiency and implement best practices for remote project management.
• Approve project-related invoices and payments.
• Mentor and guide project team members working on-site and remotely.

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Architecture, or a related field.
• Minimum of 7 years of progressive experience in construction project management.
• Demonstrated success in managing large-scale construction projects from start to finish.
• Proficiency in project management software (e.g., Procore, Autodesk Construction Cloud, MS Project).
• Strong understanding of construction processes, materials, and building codes.
• Excellent knowledge of contract management, risk assessment, and financial control.
• Exceptional leadership, communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
• Proven ability to manage remote teams and drive results in a distributed work environment.
• Experience with virtual collaboration tools and technologies.
• PMP certification or equivalent is highly desirable.

Leeds, Manchester or Scotland (Hybrid)

Permanent & Full Time

Competitive Salary + Car Allowance & Flexible Benefits

Summary

Freedom is currently seeking  Pre Construction Managers, ideally with some experience in OHL, POC-Mast, Utilities or electrical infrastructure to lead a team of design engineers on large, multidisciplinary projects. This role is responsible for ensuring the successful transition from preconstruction to construction, supporting the seamless handover of engineering solutions to the construction phase.

The successful candidate will work closely with the design and construction teams, ensuring that designs are practical, cost-effective, and compliant. This position requires strong leadership, problem-solving, and stakeholder management skills to drive project efficiency and delivery.

This role may involve managing multiple projects simultaneously and will require occasional travel to offices and sites.

Key Deliverables

The Pre Construction Manager will focus on Design & Build projects, with responsibilities across three key phases:

Tender Phase:

• Evaluate client and project requirements from tender documentation.
• Assist the sales and business development teams with risk and opportunity assessments.
• Provide cost estimations and contribute to initial project scheduling.
• Address design-related queries during the tender process.

Post-Contract Award:

• Lead constructability reviews, ensuring designs are practical for construction.
• Provide construction-level input into the project schedule and quality plan.
• Assist in managing the project risk register and health & safety file.
• Support the transition from design to construction.

Construction Phase:

• Provide site support, troubleshooting construction issues as they arise.
• Offer technical guidance to ensure design feasibility throughout the project.
• Conduct lessons learned reviews to enhance future project execution.

What We’re Looking For

Freedom is looking for individuals with a strong technical background in civil engineering and construction, along with commercial awareness and leadership capability. We actively encourage chartership in engineering, and senior professionals are expected to be chartered or working towards it.

Essential:

• Extensive experience in preconstruction and construction management.
• Proven ability to lead and manage teams of construction managers, supervisors, and site engineers.
• Strong knowledge of construction management, OH&S, and SHEQ.
• HND in Engineering or Construction (or equivalent qualification).
• Health & Safety qualification (SMSTS, IOSH, or NEBOSH).

Desirable:

• Knowledge of UK T&D regulations and client standards.
• Familiarity with safe systems of work and engineering best practices.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and project management software.
• CSCS card.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.

If you are an experienced Pre Construction Manager  looking for a dynamic role where you can drive project success from design to construction, we would love to hear from you.

Benefits:

We're always evolving our benefits to ensure we're attracting and retaining great people.  Some of what you can expect includes: 

• Industry competitive Base Salary + Sales Bonus
• Car/Car allowance
• Salary sacrifice car scheme (Hybrid/Electric Vehicle)
• Pension with a leading provider and up to 8% employer contribution
• Personal Wellbeing and Volunteer Days
• Private Medical Insurance
• Free 24/7 365 Employee Assistance Program to support mental health and well-being (including counselling sessions and legal advice)
• Flexible benefits to suit from Dental Insurance, Gym Memberships, Give As You Earn, Travel Insurance, Tax Free Bikes.
• Personal development programme

Next Steps: 

As a business, we’re on a journey to build on our culture where everyone is included, treated fairly and with respect. This starts with recruitment and how we bring people into the organisation.  

We’ll do our best to outline the recruitment process to you ahead of time with plenty of notice. If you require any accommodations to participate in the application or interview process, please let us know and we will work with you to ensure your needs are met.  About Us:

Freedom are part of the NG Bailey Group, one of the leading independent engineering and services businesses in the UK. Founded in 1921, with a turnover of £500m and 3000 employees, we are proud of our history of developing great people through our investment in training.

Working across a variety of sectors within the building and infrastructure industry, our innovative, responsible and forward thinking approach allows us to work on fantastic ground-breaking projects, providing solutions using the latest tools and technologies  

Progression is something we value and we will make sure that when you join us you have a clearly defined development path, supported by regular reviews, training and ongoing support to enable you to be the best you can be

#Freedom

️ Project Manager – Refurbishment | Dartford

Specialising in Healthcare Fit-Outs | Company Car + Fuel Card | Managing Multiple Projects

Are you a driven and experienced Construction Project Manager looking to take the lead on a diverse range of high-profile refurbishment and fit-out projects?

Join a well-established and reputable main contractor known for delivering exceptional results across the healthcare sector. We’re seeking a confident and proactive Project Manager to oversee multiple refurbishment and fit-out projects, ensuring they’re delivered on time, on budget, and to the highest quality standards.

About the Role:

• Lead the delivery of multiple live projects, with a strong focus on healthcare environments.
• Oversee and support Site Managers , ensuring smooth day-to-day operations.
• Regular site visits and collaboration with Construction Director to report progress.
• Manage key project timelines, budgets, and client expectations.
• Drive project performance while maintaining excellent health & safety standards.

The Company:

OXBO are delighted to be working with an industry leader within the Renewable Energy sector, specialising in Solar and Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS).

As Construction Project Manager you will help drive projects from the design stage to commercial operation.

The Role:

• Lead and manage several renewable construction projects in parallel.
• Oversee budgets, schedules, and reporting at portfolio level.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with contractors, consultants, and key stakeholders.
• Identify and resolve construction risks, ensuring compliance with H&S and CDM regulations.
• Provide technical advice to senior management on construction, safety, and grid connection standards.
• Support tender documentation, contract negotiation, and design reviews.
• Co-ordinate with the wider delivery team to ensure efficient, cost-effective, and safe project execution.
• Support and mentor colleagues as part of a growing construction management function.

What You'll Bring:

• Degree in Civil, Mechanical, Electrical, or Energy Engineering (or related discipline).
• 4+ years’ experience in renewable energy or infrastructure construction.
• Proven record managing multiple construction projects to strict deadlines.
• In-depth understanding of UK construction and H&S standards.
• Strong knowledge of MV/HV electrical design and grid connection methodologies.
• Commercially astute with excellent problem-solving and communication skills.
• Proficient in MS Office; valid driver’s licence for UK & Ireland.

Job title: Construction Project Manager / Senior Project Manager / Project Director

Location: United Kingdom (Hybrid with regular travel to project sites)

Who are we recruiting for?

We are recruiting on behalf of a fast-growing renewable energy developer driving the decarbonisation of the global energy sector. The company delivers utility-scale renewable energy projects and related infrastructure, combining commercial success with responsible development. Partnering closely with an international investment firm, they operate across the US, UK, and Australian energy markets, managing projects from origination through to operation.

What will you be doing?

This is a unique opportunity to lead the end-to-end delivery of renewable energy projects , ensuring they are completed safely, on time, and to the highest standard. You’ll take ownership of projects from pre-construction through commissioning and handover, managing multiple stakeholders and ensuring excellence at every stage.

• Lead delivery of renewable energy projects through all stages of construction and commissioning
• Act as the key interface between the developer, contractors, consultants, and grid operators
• Develop and manage detailed project schedules and budgets
• Oversee grid connections, interconnection works, and EPC contractors
• Ensure safety, compliance, and strong governance across all activities
• Lead procurement and tendering activities, reviewing contract scopes and risk allocations
• Identify risks and opportunities, implementing mitigation and improvement strategies
• Manage project transitions, including commissioning and handover to operations
• Support portfolio projects through permitting, grid compliance, and risk management

Are you the ideal candidate?

The ideal candidate will be a qualified, motivated, and assured project leader with strong technical understanding and commercial awareness within the renewable energy sector.

• 6–10 years’ experience delivering utility-scale renewable energy or power sector projects
• Background in solar or battery energy storage systems (BESS)
• Degree-qualified in engineering or equivalent professional experience
• Excellent communicator and stakeholder manager
• Skilled in project scheduling, cost control, and contract administration
• Strong understanding of grid codes, compliance, and commissioning
• Experienced in safe work practices and site management within the power or energy sectors
• Determined, focused, and disciplined with exceptional attention to detail

What’s in it for you?

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package
• Opportunity to shape and lead delivery within a vibrant, growing renewable energy company
• Work on impactful and innovative projects accelerating global decarbonisation
• Exposure to international projects and investment teams
• Supportive, creative, and collaborative company culture
• Professional growth and development opportunities
• Pension, bonuses, and travel opportunities within the UK

Who are we?

Executive Integrity is a global executive search and recruitment consultancy for a more sustainable world with a focus on talent within the Maritime and Renewable Energy sectors. We give a proportion of all our profits to Renewable World, a charity that develops affordable and innovative renewable energy solutions to poverty-stricken communities.

FST Technical Services is your global partner in the Semiconductor and Microelectronics Industry! Come join an awesome team in an exciting, fast paced, and ever-growing industry!

We are seeking an experienced Project Manager to lead capital construction project within a high-tech manufacturing environment. The role requires strong leadership, technical expertise, and the ability to deliver complex retrofit works in a live facility with minimal disruption.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage all phases of capital projects from initiation to handover.
• Coordinate with internal stakeholders, design teams, and subcontractors.
• Oversee budgets, schedules, procurement, and risk management.
• Ensure compliance with safety, quality, and regulatory standards.
• Deliver works efficiently within operational facilities.

Qualifications & Experience

• Degree in Construction, Engineering, or related field.
• 5+ years’ experience in construction project management.
• Previous experience in cleanroom, semiconductor, or pharmaceutical projects strongly preferred.
• Strong knowledge of MEP systems, HVAC, and cleanroom protocols.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and organisational skills.
• Project management certification (PMP, Prince2) desirable.

Salary:
£40,000 - £4,115 (DOE)

Car Allowance:
00/month

Hours:
Monday to Friday, 37 hours/week (flexibility required, occasional weekends)

Base Location:
Longmoor Camp, Liss Hampshire, GU33 6EL

Travel:
Regional role – own transport essential

Landmarc are looking for a driven Project Manager to lead and deliver a range of small to medium construction projects across the Defence Training Estate. This role involves full project lifecycle management, from planning and coordination to completion, ensuring delivery is on time, on budget, and to the highest standards.

This is a varied and hands-on role ideal for someone who enjoys working across multiple sites, managing end-to-end project delivery, and building strong relationships with clients and contractors. It's a great opportunity for someone looking to develop their project management career within a supportive and growing environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Deliver life cycle projects efficiently, on time, and within budget
• Manage multiple minor works (electrical, mechanical, and fabric)
• Liaise with clients, subcontractors, and internal teams
• Ensure compliance with budgets, contracts, and Health & Safety standards
• Maintain accurate project documentation and reporting
• Support major projects as needed, including quality checks and reviews
• Provide exceptional customer service from start to finish
• Collaborate with architects, engineers, and planners

The Ideal Candidate:

• Experience or qualifications in project management, construction, or surveying
• Strong Health & Safety knowledge (IOSH Managing Safely or NEBOSH preferred)
• Ability to interpret drawings and manage design-to-delivery workflows
• Knowledge of RIBA stages
• Familiarity with scheduling, estimating, and cost tracking
• Experience managing projects up to £5 k (desirable)
• Membership in a relevant professional body (desirable)

Close Date: 2nd Oct 2025

Construction Project Manager - Norwich, Norfolk

Company Description

Greyfriars Project Management Ltd is a specialist client-side project and cost management consultancy that partners with public sector organisations, private developers, and infrastructure bodies to deliver complex construction and infrastructure schemes. Operating since 2018, we support local government authorities and private developers on transport, housing, and regeneration projects ranging from £20k to £90m+. Our experienced team, with diverse backgrounds in civil engineering, building surveying, construction management, and masterplanning, provides leadership through every stage of project delivery. Our services include project management, risk management, commercial and contract management, and consultancy services for the Built Environment.

Role Description

We are looking for a proactive and driven Project Manager with demonstrable experience in Construction, experience in Housing Projects would be a plus. This is a full-time role for a Project Manager located in the Greater Norwich Area, United Kingdom. The role will be undertaken at our Head Office in Central Norwich with regular travel to project sites expected and work from home days available. The Project Manager will be responsible for overseeing and managing all aspects of projects including planning, execution, monitoring, and reporting. This role involves coordinating with clients, stakeholders, and team members; managing project budgets and timelines; setting project goals and milestones; identifying and mitigating risks; and ensuring projects are completed on time and within budget.

Qualifications

• Proven track record of managing construction projects, ideally within the housing, regeneration, or public sector infrastructure -
  Required
• A degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Building Surveying, or equivalent experience -
  Required
• Excellent interpersonal, stakeholder engagement, and team leadership skills, with the ability to communicate effectively across technical and non-technical audiences -
  Required
• Strong understanding of Construction Design and Management (CDM) Regulations, UK Building Regulations, and project lifecycle processes -
  Required
• Chartered or working towards chartership with a recognised body such as APM, RICS, CIOB, RTPI, ARB/RIBA, or equivalent experience -
  Highly Advantageous
• Ability to work from our Norwich Head Office and travel regularly to project sites across the Greater Norwich Area. -
  Required
• Experience in housing-led regeneration, local authority frameworks, or multi-disciplinary project teams -
  Highly Advantageous.

Our Project Managers come from a variety of professional backgrounds, including Construction Managers from Tier 1 main contractors, Site Managers, Senior Building Surveyors, Civil Engineers, Employer's Agents, Quantity Surveyors and Lead Architects. If your experience doesn't exactly match the criteria, but you bring strong project leadership in the built environment, we'd still love to hear from you.

For further information, contact:

Rebecca Laston - Senior Business Administrator

Email:

Tel:

Info:

Closing Date:
19th September 2025

Interview Date:
To be confirmed.

Job Types: Full-time,

Pay: Negotiable depending on experience

Work Location: In person, Norwich, with occasional site visits and work from home days,

Construction Project Manager (Client Side)

Location:
Hertfordshire (office 2 days per week + UK-wide travel)

Salary:
£65,000 – £0,000 + ,000 car allowance + up to 18% bonus + share options + benefits

About the Role

We are seeking a driven and personable Construction Project Manager to join a collaborative and growing Real Estate Investment Trust specialising in the industrial & storage sectors. Reporting to the Head of Construction, you will be responsible for managing a portfolio of capital enhancement and refurbishment projects across an established UK-wide property estate.

This is a long-term career role for someone who is enthusiastic, customer-facing, and keen to broaden their experience beyond site delivery. You will work as part of a small, supportive construction team (currently four people) within a wider 30-strong property function that operates across the UK and Europe.

Typical Projects

• Annual investment of –3.5m across existing stock
• Reception refurbishments, signage upgrades, structural repairs, and small-to-medium refurbishments
• Large programme of roof replacements (15 planned this year)
• Potential progression into larger-scale projects, including new builds (£5 m typical value), for those showing the right aptitude and ambition

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver refurbishment, enhancement, and extension projects on time, within budget, and to the highest standards
• Lead, coordinate, and motivate external consultants, contractors, and construction partners
• Ensure projects are compliant with legislation, contracts, and Health & Safety requirements
• Work collaboratively with operations and cross-functional teams, ensuring minimal disruption to customers and site teams
• Monitor supplier and consultant performance to maintain consistently high standards
• Prepare budgets, reports, and project updates for senior stakeholders

What We're Looking For

• 5+ years' experience in construction/refurbishment project delivery (retail, leisure, or multi-site backgrounds highly relevant)
• Excellent communicator and relationship-builder — personable, collaborative, and customer-facing
• Organised and detail-oriented with the ability to manage multiple projects
• Flexible to travel across the UK (overnight stays as needed)
• Pragmatic, professional, and ambitious — someone who will thrive in a young, diverse, and driven team culture