Construction Manager
Posted 12 days 11 hours ago by HVAC Total FM Recruitment
Job Title: Construction Manager - Defence Sector
Location: High Wycombe
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 High Wycombe 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.
Responsibilities- Manage multiple construction projects simultaneously, prioritising workload effectively
- Lead new build and refurbishment projects through all phases of construction
- Plan, manage, and coordinate projects in line with MOD and company governance
- Report progress, risks, and budget performance to senior stakeholders and clients
- Manage stakeholder relationships, including clients, contractors, designers, end users, and military personnel
- Ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to the required quality and safety standards
- Background in Construction, Mechanical, Electrical, or Civil Engineering
- CSCS Card holder
- SMSTS qualification
- Health & Safety qualification (IOSH or NEBOSH)
- Active or recently lapsed Security Clearance (SC minimum)
- Must be a UK Sole National and willing to undergo further clearance if required
- Strong leadership, communication, and organisational skills
- Commercial awareness and experience managing a supply chain
- Knowledge of RIBA phases advantageous
- Proactive, solution-focused, and able to support the wider delivery team
- Up to £60,000 per annum
- Car allowance included
- 26 days annual leave plus bank holidays
- 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.