Job Description
Construction Manager – Luxury Hospitality (M&E Focus)
Construction Manager / Luxury Hospitality / M&E Coordination / CDM 2015
London
£70-85k per annum
Full-time, Permanent
We are conducting a confidential search for a Construction Manager to oversee the delivery of a high-specification luxury developement in London. This critical role requires a strong technical understanding, particularly of M&E systems, and the ability to maintain exceptional standards within a design-led, detail-sensitive luxury environment.
The Construction Manager will be responsible for managing day-to-day delivery on site, driving the programme, ensuring compliance, and maintaining clear technical communication across all disciplines. We are seeking a calm, proactive individual who deeply understands buildability, risk, sequencing, and the unique complexities of hospitality environments.
Here are the key responsibilities for the Construction Manager, shortened and made more concise:
Key Responsibilities:
Technical & M&E Coordination
* Oversee M&E: Coordinate all mechanical, electrical, and public health installations.
* Design Alignment: Review design intent and ensure alignment across architectural, structural, and M&E packages.
* Risk & Quality: Identify technical risks, support buildability reviews, and monitor installation quality for compliance (fire strategy, regulations, and design).
Project Delivery & Site Management
* Site Management: Manage daily construction to ensure safe, timely, and high-quality delivery.
* Interface Lead: Act as the primary interface between subcontractors, consultants, and internal teams.
* Reporting: Conduct site inspections, report progress, and maintain accurate documentation.
* Programme Alignment: Ensure all works align with RIBA Stages 5 to 7.
Health, Safety and Compliance
* Safety & CDM: Uphold CDM 2015 responsibilities and ensure all site operations meet regulatory requirements.
* Documentation: Ensure safe systems of work, method statements, and risk assessments are in place and followed.
Cost Control & Risk Management
* Financial Input: Support capital expenditure tracking and participate in value engineering discussions.
* Risk Mitigation: Anticipate technical and programme risks, implementing mitigation strategies.
Candidate Profile Essentials
* Strong experience within commercial or hospitality environments, ideally with exposure to M&E-heavy projects (hotels, spas, resorts, high-end fit-outs).
* Solid understanding of construction methodologies, programme, sequencing, and buildability.
* Proven track record coordinating M&E subcontractors and managing multi-disciplinary site teams.
* Up-to-date knowledge of CDM 2015, building regulations, and fire strategy processes.
* Proficient with Excel/Microsoft Office; familiar with construction programmes, AutoCAD, Revit, and Google Workspace.
* Excellent communication skills, a proactive mindset, calm problem-solving ability, and a commitment to quality.
Why Join This Project?
This is an opportunity to lead a premium construction project in a highly sought-after area of London. You will be instrumental in the delivery of a complex, design-led development under a leading client, with direct accountability for technical quality and programme success.
If you are a highly capable Construction Manager ready to take on this challenging and prestigious spa development, apply today.
Disclaimer: This is a confidential search. Details about the client and specific project will be shared with shortlisted candidates. If you do not hear back from us within 2 weeks of applying, please consider your application unsuccessful.