DV Cleared Construction Manager

Location High Wycombe
Discipline: Project Management Recruitment Agency
Salary: £75000.0
Contact name: Robert Ashworth

Contact email: bob@hvacrecruitment.com
Job ref: 17482
Published: 13 days ago

Job Title: DV Cleared Construction Manager
Location: RAF High Wycombe
Salary: £71,000 – £75,000 + Car or Car Allowance
Job Type: Permanent
Holiday: 26 days annual leave + bank holidays

We are recruiting for an experienced DV Cleared Construction Manager to lead commercial refurbishment and new build projects on a secure Defence site.

This role is based at RAF High Wycombe and will involve overseeing a range of multi-million-pound construction projects within a highly regulated MOD environment. The successful candidate will be responsible for health and safety on site, subcontractor performance, scheduling, issue resolution, and day-to-day liaison with stakeholders and project teams.

Security Clearance Requirement:
This role requires Developed Vetting (DV) Clearance, or DV clearance that has expired within the past 6 months. You must be a sole UK national and willing to undergo further security clearance as required.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Manage site-level delivery of refurbishment and new build projects

  • Supervise subcontractors and construction workers across multiple sites

  • Oversee project scheduling and ensure work is completed on time and to specification

  • Conduct health, safety, and quality inspections

  • Deliver toolbox talks and site inductions

  • Manage close calls, incident reporting, and HSE performance metrics

  • Act as the focal point between the supply chain, client, and project management teams

  • Maintain documentation, drawings, and compliance records

Requirements:

  • Active DV clearance or lapsed DV clearance (within 6 months)

  • Sole UK nationality

  • At least 5 years’ experience with a Tier 1 contractor

  • Proven background in managing commercial refurbishments and new build projects

  • Previous experience on MOD or secure/government-regulated sites

  • SMSTS, CSCS card, and valid First Aid certification

  • NEBOSH or IOSH Managing Safely qualification

  • Asbestos awareness, Legionella awareness, and Temporary Works (CITB) certification

  • Strong leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills

What We Offer:

  • Competitive salary: £71,000 – £75,000

  • Choice of company car or car allowance

  • 26 days holiday plus bank holidays

  • Long-term, secure employment within a high-profile Defence contract

  • Opportunity to lead critical infrastructure projects in a sensitive environment

This is a key role within a nationally significant FM and construction programme. Only candidates who meet DV clearance requirements will be considered.

Apply now to take the lead on vital Defence sector projects in a secure and rewarding environment.