Job Title: Construction Manager – Defence Sector
Location: London
Salary: Up to £60,000 per annum + Car Allowance
Holidays: 26 days plus bank holidays
Clearance: SC (minimum)
We are seeking an experienced Construction Manager to join our Defence Region team, delivering a variety of construction and refurbishment projects across the MOD Built Estate in London and the Southeast. This role offers the opportunity to manage projects valued between £100k and £5 million, overseeing the full construction lifecycle from planning to completion.
Essential: Candidates must already hold High Level Security Clearance (SC or higher) or have recently lapsed clearance and must be UK Sole Nationals.
Key Responsibilities:
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Manage multiple construction projects simultaneously, prioritising workload effectively
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Lead new build and refurbishment projects through all phases of construction
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Plan, manage, and coordinate projects in line with MOD and company governance
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Report progress, risks, and budget performance to senior stakeholders and clients
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Manage stakeholder relationships, including clients, contractors, designers, end users, and military personnel
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Ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to the required quality and safety standards
Essential Qualifications & Skills:
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Background in Construction, Mechanical, Electrical, or Civil Engineering
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CSCS Card holder
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SMSTS qualification
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Health & Safety qualification (IOSH or NEBOSH)
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Active or recently lapsed Security Clearance (SC minimum)
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Must be a UK Sole National and willing to undergo further clearance if required
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Strong leadership, communication, and organisational skills
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Commercial awareness and experience managing a supply chain
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Knowledge of RIBA phases advantageous
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Proactive, solution-focused, and able to support the wider delivery team
Benefits:
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Up to £60,000 per annum
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Car allowance included
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26 days annual leave plus bank holidays
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Opportunity to work on high-profile MOD and defence infrastructure projects
If you are an experienced Construction Manager with SC clearance looking to progress your career within the Defence sector, apply now to join a dynamic and supportive team.