Job Description
Job Title: Construction Manager (Mechanical & Electrical Bias) - Aviation Location: Manchester Airport (Full-time on site, 5 days/week) Start Date: ASAP Contract Duration: 6 months (with potential for extension) Rate: Up to £64.22 per hour (Inside IR35, via Umbrella PAYE) Role Overview: We're looking for an experienced Construction Manager with a Mechanical & Electrical (M&E) bias to support the delivery of capital projects at Manchester Airport. In this role, you'll oversee the M&E aspects across all stages of the project lifecycle-from planning through to completion-ensuring safety, quality, and programme compliance are maintained to the highest standards. Key Responsibilities:\n\nProvide construction management oversight for M&E components of airport capital projects.\nCollaborate closely with Project Managers to support successful delivery of the Capital Plan.\nAct as the on-site M&E lead, ensuring contractor activities are safe, compliant, and environmentally responsible.\nMonitor progress through site inspections and reviews against contract documentation and project timelines.\nMaintain effective communication with stakeholders, subcontractors, and internal delivery teams.\nChampion a "safety-first" culture while meeting quality, cost, schedule, and sustainability targets.\nEnsure all works comply with health and safety legislation, airport operational constraints, and industry best practices.Requirements:\n\nProven experience in managing Mechanical & Electrical systems, particularly in substations and runway cabling.\nStrong understanding of NEC contracts.\nExperience in aviation is advantageous but not essential.\nNEC Supervisor or Clerk of Works experience is beneficial.\nMust be eligible for and obtain an Airside Pass (employment subject to clearance).\n\nIf you have a solid background in M&E construction management and are ready to take on a dynamic role in a fast-paced aviation environment, we want to hear from you