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Construction Manager

Job Posted: 6 hours ago

Salary: £ 70,000 - 70,000 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Ferndown, Dorset

Expire in: a month

Job Description

Construction Manager

Ferndown, Dorset

Salary £70,000 + Car Allowance £5000 + Bonus + 25 Days Holiday + Pension

Blaymires Recruitment is representing an established and highly respected building contractor based near Ferndown, Dorset, who is looking to appoint a Construction Manager.

The company has been operating for over 15 years and has an excellent reputation for delivering high-quality fit-out and extension projects across the commercial, retail, hospitality and industrial sectors.

Due to continued growth, they are looking to appoint a Construction Manager capable of taking day-to-day ownership of a complex £5m leisure transformation project.

The ideal candidate will be either a Contracts Manager or Project Manager who has experience in managing commercial projects ranging between £3M to £8M.

This is an excellent opportunity for a hands-on Construction Manager who enjoys being close to the detail of project delivery. You will join a supportive and experienced team, with genuine scope to develop your career within the business over the long term.

The Initial Project

The successful candidate will lead the delivery of a £5m transformation programme on a live, operational leisure site. The project incorporates:

  * A 370 sq m extension providing a new 40-station gym and exercise studio.

  * Construction of a new full-size 3G football pitch.

  * Remodelling of the reception and community entrance.

  * Upgrades to the changing facilities.

  * Expansion of the car park to 83 spaces.

  * Multiple concurrent workstreams requiring careful phasing, coordination and stakeholder management.

The Candidate

You should be able to demonstrate:

  * Approximately 8–15 years’ construction experience, including several years with direct responsibility for managing projects

  * A proven track record as the lead Construction Manager, Contracts Manager, Project Manager or Site Manager on projects valued at approximately £3m–£8m

  * Experience of refurbishment and new-build or extension projects

  * Experience of working on live or occupied sites

  * Previous leisure, sports, education, commercial fit-out or comparable project experience

  * Experience of taking projects through mobilisation, construction, commissioning, handover and close-out

  * Strong programme management and short-term planning capabilities

  * Confidence managing subcontractors and coordinating multiple trades

  * A sound understanding of procurement, design coordination and construction information

  * Good commercial awareness and the ability to work effectively with the project Quantity Surveyor

  * A proactive approach to resolving site issues and protecting the programme

  * A strong health and safety mindset

  * The ability to manage clients and stakeholders calmly and professionally

  * A collaborative, accountable and hands-on approach to project delivery

  * A genuine interest in joining the business for the long term and progressing with the company

What's on Offer

  * Salary up to £70,000.

  * £5,000 Car Allowance.

  * Performance Bonus.

  * 25 days' holiday plus Bank Holidays.

  * Company Pension.

  * Friendly and supportive working environment.

  * Interesting and varied projects across multiple sectors.

  * Clear career progression with a genuine opportunity to progress.

To find out more about this opportunity, contact Steve at Blaymires Recruitment

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