About the company
This employer is a well-established commercial fit-out and refurbishment specialist operating across London and the South East, with over 45 years of experience delivering high-quality projects. Their services range from full office and retail refurbishments to partitions, joinery, structural glazing and bespoke fit-outs, all delivered with a hands-on, start-to-finish approach. Projects typically include complete office floor refurbishments, commercial reconfigurations and smaller maintenance works. Their reputation is built on repeat business, a strong safety record and value-driven project delivery.
About the role
The Construction Manager will oversee and manage refurbishment and fit-out projects from inception to completion. Responsibilities include:
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Planning, coordinating and supervising all aspects of each project — including subcontractors, site staff, materials and scheduling.
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Ensuring works are completed on time, within budget and to required quality and safety standards.
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Liaising with clients, designers, subcontractors and internal teams to maintain smooth project delivery.
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Managing project budgets, schedules, progress reporting and regulatory compliance.
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Leading site teams, monitoring workmanship and proactively resolving issues to maintain progress.
Rewards and Benefits
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Opportunity to work on a diverse range of commercial refurbishment and fit-out projects across London and the South East.
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Chance to join a tight-knit, experienced team with a long track record of successful repeat business.
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A workplace culture that emphasises safety, quality and professional standards.
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A hands-on, end-to-end project management environment, offering autonomy and ownership over projects.
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Strong potential for professional growth and development due to the variety and complexity of project work.
Requirements
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Proven experience in construction management, ideally within commercial refurbishment or interior fit-out.
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Strong knowledge of refurbishment methods and materials (e.g., glazing, partitioning, joinery, finishes, M&E coordination).
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Excellent project management capabilities — planning, scheduling, budgeting and coordinating teams effectively.
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Solid understanding of health, safety and building regulations, with a commitment to maintaining high standards.
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Strong leadership, communication and problem-solving skills.
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A proactive, organised and hands-on approach, confident in managing projects from concept through to completion