Construction Manager
Location: Mayfair, London
Day rate: up to £550 per day
Duration: 1 year +
This is an opportunity for a Construction Manager to take full delivery responsibility for a £15m package within a super-prime residential redevelopment in Mayfair, Central London.
The project is the transformation of a historic site into an exclusive collection of ultra-luxury apartments and penthouses, with a strong emphasis on bespoke interiors and exceptional craftsmanship.
Key Responsibilities
Project & Site Management
* Lead day-to-day site activities on a complex, high-end residential scheme.
* Prepare and manage detailed construction programmes and site logistics.
* Oversee site setup including welfare, hoardings, access, and temporary works.
* Chair progress meetings and provide updates to the client and senior leadership.
* Ensure compliance with licences, neighbour agreements, and planning conditions.
Construction Management Delivery
* Break down the project into trade packages, managing tendering and appointments.
* Supervise and coordinate multiple direct trade contractors with no contractual ties to the CM.
* Monitor programme, manage interface risks, and ensure efficient sequencing.
* Coordinate statutory bodies, inspections, approvals, and testing.
* Act as Principal Contractor under CDM Regulations where required.
Subcontractor Oversight
* Review RAMS and method statements, ensuring on-site H&S compliance.
* Drive trade contractor performance in line with programme, quality, and safety benchmarks.
* Resolve site issues and coordinate trade interfaces in real time.
Financial & Commercial Input
* Support procurement alongside the in-house QS team.
* Monitor valuations, variations, and change control across all packages.
* Identify value engineering opportunities while protecting design integrity.
Technical Coordination
* Liaise with design teams, consultants, and client representatives.
* Review technical submissions and shop drawings, leading quality sign-offs.
* Manage snagging and handover phases, ensuring a seamless client experience.
Candidate Profile
* Proven track record delivering large packages (£10m+) on high-end residential or complex construction projects.
* Strong trade coordination and sequencing skills with a hands-on approach to site delivery.
* Excellent communication and leadership skills with subcontractors and project teams.
* Proactive, resilient, and solutions-focused, with the ability to keep momentum on challenging projects.
This is a delivery-focused role for a Construction Manager who thrives on driving works forward and taking ownership of one of London’s most prestigious residential projects.