Construction Manager

We are seeking a Construction Manager to join our team on a contract basis. This role represents an opportunity to register your interest in future Construction Manager positions within our growing portfolio, where you could take ownership of site delivery and operational excellence across complex build programmes.

Please note the content of this advert does not represent a live vacancy.

About The Opportunity This is an opportunity to register your interest in future Construction Manager roles based in Manchester, Greater Manchester, England. Roles of this type may sit within dynamic, fast-paced site environments where independent delivery, coordination across trades and stakeholders, and hands-on site leadership are central to success. You could work on varied project scales, from groundworks through to completion, with scope to shape how a site operates and to mentor site teams toward safety, quality and schedule targets.

Typical Role Overview

• Location: Manchester, Greater Manchester, England
• Type: Contract
• Full-time
• Rate: £250–280 per day
• Discipline: Site and Construction Management

What You Would Do Typical responsibilities could include:

• Taking ownership of day-to-day site operations, including planning, scheduling and resource coordination
• Ensuring compliance with health, safety and environmental standards, including SMSTS requirements
• Coordinating trades and subcontractors to maintain programme delivery and quality standards
• Managing site reporting, documentation, quality assurance and regulatory compliance
• Leading site teams and supporting their development, safety awareness and performance
• Liaising with clients, architects, engineers and stakeholders to communicate progress and resolve issues
• Managing site budgets, waste and materials to support cost control and efficiency
• Conducting site inductions, toolbox talks and safety briefings

What You Could Bring Most roles of this type require the following:

• SMSTS (Site Management Safety Training Scheme) certification or equivalent health and safety qualification
• Proven experience in construction site management, ideally across multiple project types
• Working knowledge of construction programming, resource planning and quality management
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills
• Familiarity with site documentation, compliance and regulatory requirements
• Ability to work independently and lead site teams effectively
• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related discipline (or equivalent practical experience)

Nice-to-have:

• First Aid or HV (high voltage) awareness
• QARA (Quality Assurance Representative Accreditation) or QMS (Quality Management System) experience
• Master's degree qualification
• Experience on large-scale or complex programmes

What Roles Of This Type Could Offer Most roles of this type offer the following, dependent on the industry and seniority of the role:

• Hands-on leadership of active construction sites with scope to influence delivery and team performance
• Opportunities to work across varied project types and scales, building diverse site management experience
• Potential progression toward senior site leadership or project management roles
• Competitive daily rates and flexible contract arrangements
• Support for professional development and industry certifications
• Exposure to modern construction practices and methodologies

About SThree SThree is the global STEM workforce consultancy.

We advise businesses, build expert teams and deliver project solutions to outpace tomorrow, together.

Across the UK, we connect talented specialists with cutting-edge opportunities across technology, engineering, life sciences and financial services supported by our offices in London, Birmingham, Manchester, Glasgow and Leeds

How To Register Interest If you are interested in being added to our database to be considered for future opportunities, registering is quick and easy. No cover letter required. We will be in touch when we are instructed on these roles to discuss the next step in your career.