Senior Construction Manager

Senior Construction Manager – Mixed-Use Development

Location: St Albans
Project: Large-scale mixed-use development
Type: Permanent

The Role

We are looking for an experienced Senior Construction Manager to take a leading role on a major mixed-use development scheme in St Albans.

This position will oversee delivery from RC frame through to practical completion and handover, ensuring the project is delivered safely, on programme, and to a high standard. You will be responsible for managing site teams, subcontractors, and coordinating all phases of construction through to final completion.

Key Responsibilities

* Lead site operations from RC frame stage through to handover

* Manage and coordinate Construction Managers, Site Managers, and subcontractors

* Oversee all phases including façade, internals, MEP, commissioning, and external works

* Drive programme delivery and ensure key milestones are achieved

* Identify and mitigate programme and technical risks

* Ensure compliance with health & safety, quality, and environmental standards

* Chair site and subcontractor meetings

* Coordinate with design, commercial, and client teams

* Manage snagging, testing, commissioning, and handover process

* Maintain strong stakeholder relationships throughout the project lifecycle

Requirements

* Proven experience as a Senior Construction Manager or Construction Manager on large-scale projects

* Strong track record delivering mixed-use or residential schemes

* Essential experience managing RC frame projects through to handover

* Strong understanding of build sequence from structure to completion

* Experience managing multiple subcontract packages and interfaces

* Excellent leadership and communication skills

* Good knowledge of UK construction regulations and H&S legislation

Qualifications

* SMSTS

* CSCS (Black/Gold Card)

* First Aid (preferred)

Desirable

* Experience on multi-phase or high-rise developments

* Background with a main contractor or developer

* Strong MEP and fit-out knowledge
Only candidates based in UK and eligible to work in UK are allowed