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Construction Delivery Manager
Are you an experienced construction professional ready to lead the delivery of high-profile residential projects? We are seeking a Construction Delivery Manager to drive the success of our Special Projects construction programmes. You will work closely with trusted construction partners to ensure every project meets our high standards for safety, quality, cost control, and timely delivery. This role combines deep construction knowledge with proactive management and collaborative leadership to help us exceed business objectives and delight customers.
We seek a proactive manager who thrives in a fast-paced environment, is meticulous with detail, and maintains an unwavering commitment to safety and workmanship. Your ability to balance strategic oversight with day-to-day site engagement will be key to project success.
Requirements include over 10 years of construction experience, with more than 5 years in senior site management or project delivery roles. Proven track record in delivering residential projects, ideally including Light Gauge Steel Frame construction, on time, within budget, and to high standards. Expertise should span cost management, contract administration, risk mitigation, and compliance with NHBC standards and Building Regulations.
As the central link between site teams, commercial partners, and internal departments, you will ensure clear communication, regulatory compliance, and continuous improvement throughout project lifecycles.
We Will Offer:
* Competitive salary plus discretionary annual bonus
* Company pension scheme
* Life assurance
* Paid professional subscriptions
* 24 days holiday (rising to 28) plus bank holidays
* Hybrid working for flexibility
* Two fully paid volunteering days annually, supported by the McCarthy Stone Foundation
* Private Healthcare Insurance (Employee only), remote GP access, 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme (including counselling and legal advice), and eyecare vouchers
* Colleague benefits booklet with discounts and promotions
* Family-friendly policies
* Excellent development and progression opportunities
Your Impact:
In this key role, you will oversee construction delivery management, including cost, risk, programme, and quality control, ensuring projects run smoothly from early estimating to successful handover. You will work closely with our trusted construction partner, Forge and Edge, to monitor progress, manage risks, resolve issues, and drive continuous improvement.
Responsibilities:
1. Lead the end-to-end delivery of construction schemes, ensuring standards for safety, quality, cost, and timelines are met.
2. Manage budgets, cost control, and change management, supporting accurate forecasting and risk mitigation.
3. Oversee site operations, ensuring smooth programme delivery, risk management, and health & safety compliance.
4. Build strong relationships with internal teams and external contractors to maintain high standards of quality and customer satisfaction.
5. Visit sites regularly to monitor progress, quality, and safety, ensuring seamless handover to sales, marketing, and management teams.
Candidate Attributes:
* Technical Leadership: Proven experience managing multiple residential projects, emphasizing Light Gauge Steel Frames, cost control, and programme scheduling.
* Risk & Cost Management: Skilled in budgeting, forecasting, managing variations, and risk mitigation with a commercial mindset.
* Health & Safety: Strong commitment to maintaining and enforcing safety standards.
* Collaborative Communication: Ability to foster positive relationships with teams, partners, subcontractors, and stakeholders.
* Organised & Proactive: Capable of managing priorities, detailed information, and delivering projects on time and within budget.
* Quality & Customer Focus: Dedicated to high standards, smooth handovers, and enhancing customer experience.
At McCarthy Stone, we celebrate diversity and promote equality and inclusion. We welcome applications from all backgrounds.
All applications will be reviewed promptly, and we reserve the right to appoint before the closing date.
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